When I was a little girl, we had a weeping willow tree in our backyard. I was mesmerized by the fairy tale-like quality of the tree. I would take a book and read under the cascading branches, or I would imagine that I was a princess sitting beneath its shade. When I sat underneath that tree, I felt closed off and protected from the world that was around me. My fascination for the willow tree never faded, and I began to study the characteristics of the tree. In my studies, I

Preparation: We are all preparing for something, even if it seems as small as preparing dinner for our family. But what if you are being prepared for something more than you can imagine? What if God has chosen YOU for something greater? Over the past few months, I’ve talked to several women, and even sensed it in myself, that God is raising up a generation of women to step into their God-given purpose. However, purpose does not come without preparation. God will stretch you a

During the summer months, I received several invites for weddings and showers that asked me to return an RSVP. As I sat down to respond...

And Turning Worry Into Prayer Well, I did it. It was one of those moments I have dreaded since my daughter was born; I took her to...

I have prayerfully considered my words and I have chosen to write my thoughts here instead of on open post in the vicious social media...

Did you ever play with a kaleidoscope when you were a child? I haven’t seen one in years, but I remember being fascinated by them when I...

You haven’t heard from me for a while. And I have had a few people ask me if I’m still writing. It’s not that I have purposefully stopped...

2 Kings 4 tells the story of the widow with a little oil. She was desperate, but her story teaches a powerful lesson. This widow was in...

(Picture by Taylor Sowder Photography) When your toddler is quiet, do you (or did you) get concerned? One Sunday morning about 15 years...

Once upon a time… How many times have you read that opening line? Countless, I’m sure. Did you ever secretly have the little girl...

Do you ever feel like you aren't good enough in your job, your marriage, parenting, or something else? We all feel that way from time to...

In my last post, I talked about assessing your life. I was able to take time last week to refocus, rest, and recharge. Every year after...

Do you feel stuck? So many times I feel like I am in a rut, I get caught up in my routines. I go to work, go to my daughter’s...

A beautiful gift wrapped under the tree brings anticipation, wonder, and intrigue; and the very best Christmas gifts bring so much more....

Away in a manger… Luke 2:1-20 Have you ever thought about that scene? This beautiful ceramic manger scene that my mom made has a...

With Christmas just a few weeks away I think that it is only fitting that we discuss Mary, the mother of Jesus. If you are a mom, I’m...

I think Deborah may be one of my favorite women in the Bible. I’ve read her story (Judges 4) many times, and I read it again today. ...

Do you ever take a walk down memory lane? Christmas is a time that brings back many memories. As my daughter and I were decorating for...

Thanksgiving…a time to reflect, a time to be with the ones you love, and a time to give thanks for the many blessings in your life. Have...

I thought we would do things a little differently with this post and have a Bible study. Do you ever read the Old Testament and don’t...