I was born during prime planting season for watermelons in East Texas. One of my favorite things about my birthday was hearing the affectionately called "Watermelon Story." It goes that in the middle of planting seeds, a call was...
Due to our world's current situation, emotions and feelings have run hot and cold. I am enjoying this little reprieve from our usual busy schedule, but between three kids, homeschool, therapy at home, cooking daily, and whatever else you...
It’s incredible to me how much can change in 1 year, especially if you are open to following your calling.
One year ago, I had just started subbing full-time in the district where we live, and my kids attend. Now,...
At the time of this story, I was a brand new mom to my first son, Lincoln. Like many first time moms, I had no idea what I was doing and needed help more than I realized.
Lincoln was only...
Do other moms get sad the way I do? Do you feel numb, and like you are going through the motions? When all the things you do get overlooked and are unappreciated, and you feel caught in this web...
I recently went to lunch with a group of moms. Did I know any of them? Nope. Was I a bit intimidated? Yep! Had I experienced this scenario before, also yep! When one of them told me that I...
I am a full-time step-mom to two wonderful girls. With that simple statement comes an array of challenges that I never thought I'd be facing in life. Now don't get me wrong, it is a gratifying and fulfilling role,...
My life is not about control—surprise surprise. As a mother, I want to manage all of the controllable and uncontrollable experiences my children will have based on my life experiences and possibly my family's experiences.
I will give my kids...
Before I open my mail for your reading pleasure, let me give a little background information. This letter I wrote to my parents after my attempt to drop my 9-year-old son off for a week-long Bible camp went wrong....
Not too long ago, shortly before his 12th birthday, my middle child asked to make a strawberry pie. Well, technically, he sent me a text from across the room, but I digress. The conversation went something like this:
Child: Can...
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Lubbock Moms Community Resource Guide
Welcome to our Community Resource Guide! We're here to help during tough times and make sure you have access to all the resources you...
