You never thought that would be your name, did you? With everything he has experienced in his short little life, he is so happy. And it makes you want to be like him, full of joy, even in the hard. He has more "labels" than you can sometimes remember. You have to...
Motherhood
Surviving Sarah Podcast: Episode 14
Allume last October. I saw her walking up to my table and thought, "Gosh, she's so cute!" She just sat right down, introduced herself to me, and it felt as if we had been friends for years. She is an amazing mom, beautiful writer, and home girl knows how to...
When God Doesn’t Answer Prayers
white couch. It's our time. Me and God. I read His Word and then process how He speaks to me on those pages. They're filled with heart cries. I can be honest there. I'm safe to really be me, because He made me, He knows me better than I know myself. So I pour out my...
When It Can’t Be Fixed
We heard words today no parent ever wants to hear.Words void of hope. Words worthy of grieving. Words that caused silent sobs, red eyes, and a heavy heart for the rest of the day."He can't be fixed." After a night of no sleep, I was getting ready for work this...
A Letter to My Adopted Son
You smile and giggle when we make funny sounds at you. You laugh so hard when I kiss your neck, and although most days are really hard taking care of you, they are filled with so much beauty. I can't imagine our family without you in it. But when I found out about...
our story
I wish I could invite you over to my house, pour you some coffee, and talk. Like really talk. Heart talk, with you. So cuddle on up. Pretend the fire is crackling, your hands are warm from your coffee, and let me tell you our little story. I'd really love to hear...