A reflection on soaking up the final days of summer at our family lake property and learning to notice the ordinary moments before they become memories. As we enter our final year with all of our kids living at home, I’m reminded that change can be good and still be hard, and that sometimes the greatest gift is simply recognizing the “good old days” while we’re still living them.
Tag: motherhood
Grace in the Goodbye
This post is a piece of my heart. It’s about stepping away from the classroom—not because I stopped loving it, but because I felt God’s gentle leading to pour more fully into the people waiting for me at home. I share the struggle of balancing it all, the grief of letting go, and the quiet faith it takes to trust God with what comes next. If you’ve ever been in a season of transition or felt the ache of stepping away from something good for the sake of something better, this is for you. You’re not alone—and your story isn’t over. Click the title to continue reading.
From Ashes
Our story began with young love, big dreams, and the hope of a growing family—but seasons of waiting, an unexpected cancer diagnosis, and deep heartache brought us to our knees. In the midst of pain and uncertainty, we discovered a faith that anchors the soul and grace that carries us one day at a time. What we once saw as the end of our story, God transformed into the beginning of something beautiful. Ready for more? Tap the title to explore the full story.
Grace in the Disarray 