I adore my kids. They are some of my favorite people. I'm thankful everyday to be their mom. But my kids are not my everything. I opted to quit my career in non-profit work to stay home with my daughter after she was born. I continued working from home and freelancing as I … [Read more...]
How to Stop Saying I’m Sorry
Women are sorry. Sorry our house is dirty. Sorry we're not wearing makeup. Sorry that we are. Sorry for asking questions. For being off-topic. For inserting an opinion. Sorry-i-tus is so prevalent, it sometimes feels like we're apologizing for simply existing. We need to stop … [Read more...]
Seeking Unconditional Love
My love is not conditional on the next life. But it used to be. Today, I believe the best way to prepare for heaven is with unconditional love in this life. Conditional Love A few months ago, my sister playfully reminded me of a note I wrote her as a teen. This … [Read more...]
Motherhood is Lonely
Motherhood is lonely. What a bizarre thing to say. How is it possible that adding more people to your life, having more people to love, can cause you to feel isolated? How is it possible that the more kids and responsibilities you add to your life, the lonelier you … [Read more...]
Sex After Marriage
Valentines Day at our house didn't look particularly sexy yesterday. We went to church, came home, put on comfy clothes, then hung out with our kids. A few hours in, the baby took a nap and the three older kids started entertaining themselves. Mom and dad ended up cuddling and … [Read more...]
