Feeling drained by holiday stress or toxic family dynamics? Learn how to protect your peace this holiday season with grace and confidence. Practical tips for setting boundaries, honoring your faith, and finding joy without guilt.
026 – Protect Your Peace During the Holidays Read More »
Last week, I hosted over 30 children for a family-friendly Halloween party at our home.
Hosting this party reminded me that joy doesn’t come from having everything together – it comes from showing up, making space for others, and trusting that even the sticky caramel and toppled blinds point to something beautiful.
024 – Harvest of Joy: What Hosting 50 People Taught Me About Hospitality and Grace Read More »
In the midst of the 2025 U.S. government shutdown, nearly 42 million Americans face uncertainty about their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits — a lifeline many families rely on.
As someone who grew up with moments of rationed meals and donated turkeys, I understand the fear of an empty table. But this week, I want to offer three practical, hope-filled steps — use your voice, cook simply, and grow what you can — to help you reclaim strength and possibility when provision feels uncertain.
Whether you’re adjusting to tighter grocery budgets or helping someone who is, let’s walk this path together with faith, creativity and resilience.
025 – When the Table Is Bare: Three Ways to Find Hope and Provision Read More »
Feeling worn thin? Learn how Jesus modeled rest and discover four faith-based ways to prevent burnout and find renewal in Him.
023 – Avoiding Burnout: Finding Rest & Renewal in Christ Read More »
Finding gratitude, humor, and God’s hand in the slow, ordinary weeks of life. A gentle reminder that even in still seasons, He’s at work.
022 – When the Ordinary Weeks Still Matter Read More »
Sometimes growth means letting go of things that look good now so God can bring something even better later. In this week’s blog, I share how pulling up tomato plants reminded me of Mary, Hannah, Ruth, and the woman who anointed Jesus’ feet—all women who surrendered the good for God’s greater. Be encouraged to trust His plan in your own season!
021 – Hidden Work of Growth: Letting Go of “Good” For God’s Better Read More »
This easy homemade butter will have you second guessing store bought. It’s easy, fascinating to watch and you’ll kids will love every step of the way. Place a slab on your favorite sourdough, use it in mashed potatoes this Thanksgiving, or melt it down for your favorite browned butter cookie recipe.
Homemade Butter – Best Believe It’s Only Butter Read More »
This week tested me as a mom—ER visits, sports, exhaustion, and doing it all alone. But God showed me the fruit of abiding in Him and the gift of community when I needed it most. A reminder for every tired mom that you don’t have to carry it all.
020 – How a Broken Bone Reminded me of Community & God’s Grace Read More »
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Grilled Chicken Caprese Pasta Salad with Avocado Read More »
I love how something as simple as swapping almonds for pine nuts can make homemade pesto both affordable and delicious. It’s a small change that makes this recipe practical enough for weeknights, yet still special enough to share with guests. If you try it, I’d love to hear how you used it — pasta, sandwiches, or maybe something creative I haven’t thought of yet! Leave a comment below or tag me when you share.
Almond Basil Pesto (no pine nuts) Read More »
