I take time to acknowledge the daily miracles in my life because there are plenty of some that I'm aware of and others I must be intentional to seek. With all the distractions, taking those simple daily miracles and blessings for granted is easy.

Our marriage has been our own from the beginning. We have defined it for ourselves, and I am grateful that through God's grace, our marriage remains.

When I think of cultivating joy and living a life that I enjoy, I know that what I consume can either empower me or derail me on my journey.

I enjoy my life. I can say that without hesitation because the life that I'm living today was designed intentionally. Manifesting to me is the same thing as being intentional.

As I've come to understand myself and my conditions, I can share some ways I, too, have continuously experienced joy during pain.

It’s been said over and over again that moms tend to place others before themselves. It’s also been said that if you don’t take good care of yourself then you can’t be much help to others. For the most part, I agree with the statements.

We're celebrating our anniversary, and I am sharing 15 truths I've learned from 15 years of marriage.

2017 is coming to an end in a few short hours.  But before 2018 begins, I wanted to take a moment to share reflections from the year-- from the beginning to the end ... the good and not so great. 

My friend often reminds me that I encouraged her to begin journaling. She shares with me often the power of writing down her thoughts, fears, and dreams. When I made the suggestion to her, I really didn't know the impact it would have in her life.

It's been one of those weeks where I've found myself questioning my every move. Should I keep pressing forward? Am I doing what God wants me to do? Am I on the right path?  Oftentimes, these questions begin to overtake my mind when change is on the horizon. I don't mind change, but I would be lying if I said that it wasn't uncomfortable and sometimes terrifying. But even when I am in emotional distress, God always shows up.  This time was no different. The Persevere kit from Illustrated Faith came to my mailbox at just the right moment.  I am usually surprised by the monthly theme so when I read theme on the envelope, I knew it was a word for me--persevere. 

Five Minute Friday- On Purpose

Reflecting on 2016, and all that I am grateful for including family, friends, and opportunities.

It's been three weeks since I stepped out and attended my first blogging conference and left my family for more than a day.  I am so happy that I took the plunge and did something that I once only dreamed of doing. I remember when I first started blogging in 2009 there were quite a few popular conferences like Blogher and Blogalicious, and hundreds of women were sharing all over the place gems that they gained from the workshops.