The familiar sand squishes through my toes, As the familiar sensation of your hand covers mine. We walk along the same beach, Where 15 years before we walked as newly weds. Young… In love… Uncertain as to the events that lay ahead. Babies… financial struggles… graduate school, Laughter… quarrels… and undying devotion. Through the joys,…

This morning my “runner dog” took advantage of my 3 year old daughter opening the door.  The moment she opened the door, my dog “Lego”, dashed out of the house.  My 13 year old son went after the dog, but he often struggles to catch him.  The dog mistakes my son running after him, as…

The past several days, I have come down with the flu, which caused a severe sinus infection, double ear infection, tonsilitus, and bronchialitus.  Prior to coming down with this illness, I was in St. Louis taking care of a traumatic family situation.  The day I returned from St. Louis, I began feeling sick, pretty sure…

I began my internship in counseling 2 months ago.  For this reason, I have been what I refer to as “blessedly busy”!  The past 12 years I have been a stay-at-home mother and it has been a huge transition to being a working woman and momma of 4 wonderful children.  I have truly been blessed…

My son Robby wrote this a few nights ago and shared it with me this evening.  I have one young man who truly has a heart for the Lord!  I am so proud to be the mother of this amazing “blooming” writer!  I know God has big plans for Robby in the future.  I can’t…

This is a friend. I found out what a true friend… “truly”… is. Not through one single person… but through a few good women. A few good women… a few good hearts. Their hearts are a beautiful representation of the heart of God.  These beautiful women are obeying God’s call… taking on the extra stress…

Recently I have neglected my blog, but I have had a good excuse.  My Master’s Degree as a Mental Health Counselor is in it’s final stages.  I am flying out today to attend my last of my 4 on campus intensives.  I will take the CPCE National Counselor Exam January 24th…. Prayers appreciated!  When I…

Today is the 10th birthday of Christopher Lucas!  This little boy has one unique outlook on life.  He views the world in a do what’s right fashion, has a sensitive & tender heart, and is smart… and I mean smart! I wouldn’t doubt if he knew more facts than I…  Actually… he does… he amazes…

I am one of those crazy mothers, who actually enjoys school breaks.  I feel like it is time to catch up with my kiddos, reteach some forgotten lessons and life skills.  I enjoy spending quality time together as a family. This three week Christmas 2015 break was no different.  It was a holiday season to…

Another Christmas will soon pass me by. The joys of watching my children sleep under the Christmas tree, making our traditional Christmas cookies, and opening their presents will soon be just another memory. So often I wish I could freeze time, make my little treasures remain young, innocent, and full of life. It’s a good…