In this life, there are few things that are certain. Most of my certainties lie in the faithfulness of God. But one thing that I know for sure is that connection matters. In the United States, more than 1 in 5 women struggle with a mental health related issue. I Read more
Early this year, my daughter’s homeschool co-op announced that there would be a science fair in the Spring. As my daughter is only five, I quickly Googled some easy and fun projects that she could complete with minimal mama-interference, while still learning how to properly conduct an experiment and carry Read more
I recently became a Tik-Tok addict. I share that with reluctance, since I never thought I would be getting on that app. But it was funny and entertaining. Above all though, I saw people expressing what I was feeling. There were the “bored in the house” bits, the homeschooling bits, Read more
The word anxiety gets thrown out all the time, but what does it actually feel like? Is it really that big of a deal? And how can it be effectively addressed and contained so that it doesn’t dominate our lives? Anxiety is intense, persistent worry about every day situations, such Read more
Finding the good. On the January 16th episode of the Linking Arms podcast, Nadine and Rachel welcomed guest Ida Johnson to the show to discuss perspective. So much of perspective is being intentional about finding the good—even in the worst of circumstances. Host, Rachel Downey, talked about her daughter’s disability Read more
This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24 2020 is here! The Purposeful Living ladies just released a new podcast for the new year, new podcast season, and new decade (can you believe it’s a new decade??). Guest, Sherry Borshoff, Read more
I was reading my 4 year old a children’s book about the Christmas story and I found myself in tears. I had read the Christmas story so many times, but this time, something different stood out and it was tugging right at my heart. Mary is soooo pregnant, and they Read more
I was married for 29 years. My husband and I were officially divorced a year ago October. However, I have been separated for a total of 3 years. I have been blessed with two beautiful children. Both in their 20’s now. I was a stay at home mom and my Read more
Comparison is a thief. It robs us of joy, of peace, of focus, of our purpose, of our best. It robs those around us of…. us. I can envision comparison as an ugly, malicious, hateful old woman who is lurking around every corner, and whispering in our ears. There are Read more
Marriage can be hard, and life can get busy. This weekend, my husband and I decided that we needed a little getaway. A little time together. Away from our schedules, our responsibilities, our little one, our dog, our friends, and our family. We needed time to connect and to reflect. Read more