It's the end of a rather long Monday.  After a busy weekend, everyone was tired and not ready to start the week.  The dishes were piled high, laundry baskets overflowing, and toys scattered through the house.  A birthday party, cake baking, and Mother's Day definitely left its mark on our house.  And today, it was all there for me to clean up. So, what happens when it's not Mothers Day?  After the flowers die, the gift certificates are used, and the cards get tucked away.  What about the days when there are no "thank you"'s and...

There are two types of moms in the world. The "it" mom and "that" mom. The "it" mom is the one who has it all together. You know the type...

The other day I was talking with someone and they told me that I reminded them of my mom. This is a common statement that I hear. Definitely not one that would take me by surprise. However, I have never been told that I look like my dad. This is probably because I don't. But I would like to think that I inherited some of his other qualities of equal or greater importance. I could list a bunch of his characteristics, but here are a few...

Have you ever got to a place and wondered, "how in the world did I get here?" I'm talking, you literally are driving in your car, reach your destination, and have no recollection of how you got there. You're distracted by crying children, traffic, your to-do list, and a million other stresses that come with every day life. This is me on a daily basis. And it's really kind of scary when you think about it. But, what about spiritually, mentally, and emotionally? Have you ever looked at your life and asked the same question?...