Robert Staddon

Switching to Function Mode

Have you ever had one of those weeks where you just flip the switch to “function mode”? Not thriving. Not flourishing. Just doing whatever it takes to keep the household running and everyone alive until bedtime.That was our week. I had the joy of traveling to...

YOU Continue

It’s 11:26 p.m. The house is finally quiet except for the soft music playing in the background. Little Henry is bundled up and sleeping peacefully. My Bible, journal, and pen sit in front of me.I look forward to this time each evening more than I can explain.During...

Mom of 7 | Finding Calm

As a busy mom of seven little children, I can honestly say that the most important thing I do each day is spend time with Jesus. You might wonder what that actually looks like—realistically.I’m not here to tell you I do this perfectly. But I do know this: when...

A Little Update

Hey sweet friends,I know it’s been a long time since I’ve truly caught up with you all—and I just want to start by saying thank you. From the bottom of my heart. The prayers, the messages, and the encouragement over the past few months have meant more to our family...

Goodbye Isn’t Easy

This week, we lost the best grandpa anyone could have ever hoped for. He was a man full of wisdom, always ready with a story, a piece of advice, or a witty remark that could make anyone laugh. He had an incredible way of loving people, and what I will miss most is...

Follow Me

It is almost midnight here; everyone is sound asleep. The hum of the swing and piano hymns softly play in the background. My Bible is open as I lay here and honestly talk with God… the raw, deep, and vulnerable prayers. Here are my thoughts…“Then said Jesus unto...

Crazy Moments + Joy

It is raining outside, and as I sit here rocking William and listening to the happy and noisy chatter of five others playing around me, it almost feels like a page out of a storybook. I know I am living my dream. But it’s not always this peaceful. In fact, less...

A Talk with Mama Jane

2 years ago, our family visited with Mama Jane and Papa Bill to spend some time together making memories. Time at their home in South Carolina is always a treasure, from the beautiful garden surrounding their home to the incredible farm, filled with animals and...

Intentional Living

As I sat on the pew, Bible open, listening intently as the preacher read the passage for his text. I thumbed open to Revelation four, verse eleven, as he read, “Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honour and power: for Thou hast created all things, and...

Stories with Grandpa

Chad's Grandfather was a Missionary Doctor who served in India and Africa for over 20 years. I got a chance to sit with him and ask questions and hear about his story, because I love to hear them all! His story and his legacy are so remarkable that we even named...