We kept on “keeping on” until we just couldn’t anymore. Our 28th wedding anniversary was anything but happy. The challenges of married life crept up on us and clouded over all of the romantic feelings we once felt. Mark felt discontent more than I did, but I...
I’m not enough. I’m unlovable. I can never get it right. I’m not wanted. I’m better off alone. I’m better off dead. I deserve this. It’s my fault. All of these phrases are statements that many of us struggle with to some degree. And they are fueled by something called...
Do you struggle to know how to pray? Do you have trouble finding the time to talk with God? Do you wonder what to talk to God about? Do you trust God, but still worry? Or when you’re in a group setting, are you super nervous and find yourself hesitant to pray...
Our #MarriageMonday posts are written to help couples dig deeper, connect intentionally, and to be more equipped to handle the everyday challenges and realities of marriage. Prayer is such an important part of our relationship with God, as well as our relationship...
Welcome to our first bonus episode of the No More Perfect Podcast! I just wanted to express my gratitude for your support of this podcast with a little extra, bite-size podcast goodness that’s quick to listen to and helpful for loving your life. I hope you...
So what happens when you come face-to-face with imperfection in your own life? Do you beat yourself up? Grow defensive? Maybe feel insecure? We all have a story, and today I’m excited to share the story of my guest, Cindy Bultema. Once a young mom who suffered...
One of the hardest things for an empty nest mom to do is to let go of trying to create the perfect holiday gatherings. I want to share a text conversation I had with my kids last week. Four out of our five kids live within an hour of our Central Illinois home. Three...
Sometimes life is hard. It seems like one challenge follows another. And if we don’t keep our head and our heart in the right place, it’s so easy to slip into living a discouraged and defeated life. Today, I get to share a conversation with someone who truly...
Our thoughts are powerful. I remember the thoughts that caused me to leave my marriage ten years ago. Those same thoughts fueled the affair I ended up having. And I’m reminded of those messages every time I spend time with a guy in crisis, because what...
Looking for ideas to keep the kids busy without screens? We have you covered! Our free printable gives you 30 activities that don’t include screens. And if you’re looking for even more encouragement for managing screens, make sure you check out this...
