Leading up to Easter, in our culture that creates Easter to be another Christmas, I have wrestled with whether or not to do an Easter basket for Mazy this year. Last year, I remember going to the dollar store and buying a bunch of toys. They were great and were all played with, but giving…
I don’t have to be perfect. Because I can’t be. Of course I will always try to do the best I can in life, but it’s clear in that verse, that God expects weakness, struggles, heartache, and imperfection. In those things, His power and glory can be displayed all the more. Because His grace is sufficient.
Everyone struggles with guilt. This feeling that we should have done something a different way. Made a different choice. Acted in a kinder way. Said it a different way. Or should have not said anything at all. Guilt. Then there is this guilt when we think… Did my child have too much screen time today?…
What if you have something that you own or something in your life, that does not bring you joy, but you can’t get rid of? Maybe there is an item or an event that you can’t seem to rid your life or mind of?
Words are powerful. Of course you recognize the old saying… Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me. Really, that could not be more untrue. Sticks and stones hurt – for a short time. But those wounds usually heal. Words though – that hurt can last a lifetime. Words can…
The other morning, I had hit my point and needed a nap. I needed to close my eyes for just a few minutes, and give my body a break. I allowed Mazy to do about everything I told myself I WOULDN’T allow as a parent before I had a child, but oh, the things I…
