Dear Nate (on your first day of your sophomore year)- Oh, Nate. You’re breaking my heart this year in just about every way. First of all, the good news—or at least the bit of buried joy. You have become the kid I always dreamed of having. So handsome and confident and smart. Here you are....Continue Reading
Dear Sam (on your last first day)… What can I say that I haven’t already?Sixteen last-day of school letters. I’ve celebrated with you for all the ways you’ve conquered hard times, commiserated with you about the really crappy years, told you how you inspire me (you do), predicted which school years would be remarkable, and...Continue Reading
Dear Elisabeth- The other night, while we were praying, you said something profound that I won’t forget. As we made (joking) predictions about senior year, you suddenly got serious and said, “I have a lot I could lose.” And that’s it, sweetheart. Your life glistens with these gorgeous blessings. You have the most loyal and...Continue Reading
Are You Okay?Someone asked me that the other day, and I almost said yes. Almost. But the truth was more complicated. Maybe it is for you too. This Lent, I need space to check in with myself—to ask, Am I okay?—and to sit with whatever answer comes. Some days, I might feel steady. Other days,...Continue Reading
Why Community Is the Key to Your Teen’s Confidence God never designed us to do life alone. From the very beginning, He created us for connection—to learn from each other, support one another, and work together in ways that reflect His love. It’s in community that we discover not only who we are but who...Continue Reading
Three Advent Calendars to Prepare Your Heart This Season Advent is one of those seasons that can feel both magical and overwhelming. Maybe you’re longing for deeper connections with loved ones, craving a moment of quiet reflection, or just trying to find Christ in the middle of the holiday chaos. Wherever you are right now,...Continue Reading
As moms, our hearts ache when we see our daughters struggling with insecurity or self-doubt. We want to pour confidence into them, to help them see the beauty and strength that we see in them. But for teenage girls, confidence is often fragile, shaped by a world that constantly tells them they’re not enough. It’s...Continue Reading
Dear Sam, As I write this, you’re sitting next to me, sweating through AP History notes. Maybe this is the theme of your junior year—sweat. That certainly has been the theme of the past few months. You sweat so much every day. Yes, of course from all the running you’re doing, but it’s more than...Continue Reading
Good morning, Lord, Thank you for today, for Your perfect plans, for your child, Catie. Your protection is a blessing, and I’m so grateful for Your care. As Catie begins her junior year, please bless her. Fill her year surprise moments of joy and fun. Continue to grow her incredible sense of adventure and her...Continue Reading
In Houston, it’s raining for the third day. The summer is both dragging on and way too short. We’re restless for something else and dreading school’s start. I’m working on projects that move too slowly and am ready for relief. As I journaled about what could help me out of this rut, it felt like...Continue Reading
