Image: Martin Novak/Shutterstock Motherhood is a beautiful tapestry of a million little moments woven together. Intertwined in this masterpiece are the gifts of sacrifice, tears, laughter, grace, frustration and a whole lot of love. There’s truly no greater calling than that of parenting. I love many things in...
She wrapped her little arms around my neck, tears running down her face. It broke my heart as she told me how she was feeling. Discouraged and alone. I hugged her, reassuring her of my love. And my resolve....
Dear weary Mom, let me begin by telling you, I understand…I know the bone-wearied tiredness that comes from trying not only to keep my children emotionally healthy, but also simply alive. Being the mom who lays down her life to give them the best chance...
PC Alisha Mullett Sexual abuse/molestation is painful and ugly. It hurts. Deeply. Sexual abuse is one of the greatest violations that can be committed to a person, especially to an unassuming and innocent child. Sexual molestation and abuse can be extremely damaging, yet, the church has...
I saw her pained expression as she described the only earthly “love” she’d known in all her growing up years. She said that, although she didn’t have anyone else that loved her, she knew her mom did-- in her own way. But what she described...
I walked down the halls of the hospital, and, although our visit was a joyful one, my emotions were a jumbled mess. I was visiting a friend and her newborn, yet, I was reliving years worth of memories...
I love the plaque that is sitting on our kitchen counter. The message it contains has become a favorite of mine. I believe passionately in what it communicates. It clearly portrays our hearts’ desire for our family. In this house, we do second chances. We do...
[caption id="attachment_4386" align="alignleft" width="300"] Learning the tough lessons of life...
Have you ever wanted to believe someone, but couldn’t get past the sense that something wasn't quite right or that they weren’t being completely honest? Have you observed a situation and, although you saw many positive things, you struggled in believing the authenticity of it?...
Have you noticed the enchanting and sentimental feelings that take place the week of Valentine’s Day? Almost everywhere you go, you see red hearts, balloons, heart shaped chocolates, and many other gifts to help express our affection to the special people in our lives. The...