Do you need a Bible Study Brainstorm in this season? I completely understand and I’m here to help! These 7 ideas will help you make time for pouring God’s Word into your parched soul. Be blessed, Mom! Bible Study Brainstorm: 7 Ideas for Busy Moms There being sixteen years between babies, I had forgotten a… [Continue Reading]
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A Love Story of My Own
A Love Story of My Own I grew up going to church for the most part. It started when I was eight-years-old and my mother and grandmother gave their hearts to the Lord. They attended a church where people attended together yet they also reached out to each other outside of the church building. I… [Continue Reading]
Eat What You Crave
Eat What You Crave Awhile ago, I was driving down the highway when a billboard caught my attention, “Eat What You Crave” it said in large, large letters. Next to it was photo of a hamburger. It had three or four huge hamburger patties and bacon. You could see the grease dripping off of it. As… [Continue Reading]
The Desire to Be Seen
The Desire to Be Seen Years ago I attended a national mothering conference. A lot of women had gathered together to have fun, bond with friends, and learn how to be better mothers. Unfortunately I didn’t attend with other women. The truth was I’ve never felt so alone in my life. I had a hotel… [Continue Reading]
Why Zebra Socks Remind Me To Relax
Why Zebra Socks Remind Me to Relax I should have anticipated what life was going to be like on my wedding day when John revealed that instead of wearing the perfectly suitable black dress socks that came with his tux he was wearing very bold zebra stripped socks. John should have anticipated, too, when… [Continue Reading]
How to Pray for Your Future Husband: Understanding
How to Pray for Your Future Husband: Understanding I started praying for my future husband when I was 17 years old and pregnant with my son. I wanted someone who could love both me and my child. I wanted someone who loved God. God brought me an amazing man. John and I have been… [Continue Reading]
Mom Blogs You Don’t Want to Miss!
There are a new type of world changers these days. These women serve God, serve their families, and also use their words to impact the world for Jesus Christ. I’ve been a blogger for seven years, but after attending the Allume conference I’ve built amazing friendships with other mommy bloggers. Below is a list I… [Continue Reading]
Balancing Being a Mother and a Writer
This is from my awesome friend Robin Lee Hatcher. Robin’s daughters are around my kids’ ages, so that gives you some perspective. (My additional thoughts below.) Tricia, I was a single mom of pre-teen daughters and had a full-time 8-5 job when I started writing my first book. By the time I’d sold my first… [Continue Reading]
The Comparison Game
Have you ever compared yourself with other women–other moms or co-workers–and felt like you didn’t match up? We call it the comparison game, but in the end we are the big losers. Today, do you feel discouraged? Do you see others having success at all levels and wonder when it will be your turn? Are… [Continue Reading]
Do You Think Romance Novels and Movies are like Porn for Women?
I originally posted this in 2008 but thought the subject might spark some much-needed discussion. We had a foreign exchange student stay with us a few years ago, and it was great having another daughter around our house. I knew God was watching out for us because I couldn’t imagine a better fit for our… [Continue Reading]