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...
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...
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...
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...
It’s late Sunday night, and little William and I are spending time together as I reflect on the joys and difficulties of this week. I think about the highlights - the kids playing tag with Chad in the evenings, family dinner around the table, and time with friends....
If you’ve ever met my dad, you can attest that he genuinely loves people and the Lord. I’ve been inspired by his faithfulness to God and his desire to tell everyone he meets about what God has done for him. If he is pumping gas, grocery shopping, or going through a...
Last week, my parents came to visit us in Florida. It was such an encouraging time together as a family. We shared laughs, memories, and some late nights. We were so grateful to hear my Dad preach and my Mom share at our church's ladies' banquet. They both are so...
The past few months have been a roller coaster for me. Ever since I had multiple surgeries (some years back), it has been tricky trying to balance my hormones. If you're a lady, you can understand this is not an easy task. I almost feel like I have to figure out...
I love the sunshine and often tell the kids that the sun makes me happy! Typically, there’s not a day that goes by that I don’t spend at least a few hours outside, usually on the hammock, while the kids are frolicking around together. Here, I often find myself in...
Last week was a hard week. The two little ones have been under the weather, which makes sleep difficult. Emotionally, I felt drained by some things that had come up, and it was a struggle to get everything done each day. Last Sunday, after a long week, I was given...
