Journeys In Motherhood, Spiritual Growth and Understanding, The Little Things That Count

Out Of The Mouths Of Babes: How My Son Broke Down The Meaning Of Joy

My son and I had a discussion on the difference between being happy and having joy. I often say the phrase, "Out of the mouths of babes", in reference to the amazing things that children speak into existence . Children can say the most intriguing in thought provoking words to  describe life. They use their creative… Continue reading Out Of The Mouths Of Babes: How My Son Broke Down The Meaning Of Joy

Journeys In Motherhood, Mom Motivation And Empowerment

The Survival Guide For When Moms Have A Bad Day

We've all had those days where things simply put us in a big funk. It reminds me of the author Judith Viorst's children's book "Alexander And The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day." For some reason our hair didn't come out right despite our prep efforts. The children seem to be on level 5… Continue reading The Survival Guide For When Moms Have A Bad Day

Journeys In Motherhood, Spiritual Growth and Understanding

Heart to Heart :Confronting Conflict 

Confronting conflict isn't easy for everybody. Many feel as though if they bring up an issue or concern with a friend or other that it will only make the situation worst. God doesn't won't us to avoid conflict out of fear with sweeping justified offensives under the rug. God asks that when confronting conflict in… Continue reading Heart to Heart :Confronting Conflict 

Journeys In Motherhood, Mom Motivation And Empowerment

The Big Transition: Back To Work Mom!

    I've held a job pretty much since my teenage years. I knew though like most mothers who take a pause for a length of time to focus more on family that going back to work full-time was going to be a big adjustment. I made the decision to leave the workforce after the… Continue reading The Big Transition: Back To Work Mom!

Family Matters, Journeys In Motherhood, The Little Things That Count

Awarded From The Start 

   It was the last week of camp for my morning class for which I taught music and movement. I wanted to do something special for my morning large group class  of diverse ages. They were always so enthusiastically willing to participate in whatever I taught them. I decided to give them a little certificate… Continue reading Awarded From The Start