Go big or go home, right? I remember reading some advice a while back: “The closer you wait until 3, the easier it will be,” and “They learn faster when you leave them naked.” So I took that to heart. Unless it was nap time or bedtime, my 2.5-year-old got full freedom—running around letting it […]
Learning Grace: How One Piece of Mom Advice Changed My Church Experience
We belong to a small, traditional church family, and they’ve truly been a rock for us—especially in seasons when we needed support the most. Their kindness and steadfast presence have meant the world. That said, most of the children in our church are older, and ours are currently the youngest. Which means, more often than […]
Should New Moms in Congress Vote from Home?
Should women in Congress who have newborns be home nursing them? Absolutely. The early months of a baby’s life are critical for bonding, nourishment, and stability, and a mother’s presence during that time is invaluable. But should those same women be able to cast their votes remotely while they nurse at home? That’s a question […]
Learning to Love: The Titus 2 Kind of Love
Motherhood and marriage are full of beautiful, sacred moments—but they can also bring exhaustion, self-doubt, and questions we didn’t expect. One verse in Titus used to confuse me, until life gave me the very lesson it was trying to teach. “These older women must train the younger women to love their husbands and their children, […]
30 Quotes to Inspire Homemakers to Create a Warm and Welcoming Home
Homemaking is more than cleaning, cooking, and organizing; it’s about creating a sanctuary, a place filled with warmth, love, and comfort for everyone who walks through the door. Whether you’re a homemaker by heart or learning how to make your house a home, there’s inspiration all around us in this gentle art. Below are 30 […]
Timeless Homemaking Quotes from Before the 1900s
In an age where home decor trends come and go, it’s healthy to look back at the wisdom of homemakers from before the 1900s. Long before Instagrammable kitchens homemakers were already mastering the art of creating warm, organized, and loving spaces for their families. Here are ten quotes from the 19th century and earlier that […]
Controversial Ways To Save Thousands And Be A SAHM
I want to do everything in my power to help a mom learn how to stay home so that one less child has to be without a parent. Every young child needs a mom to be their emotional support full time. No child should ever be denied their safe space (safe person) because mom has […]
A Fruitful Wife Doesn’t Waste Time On Social Media
Psalm 128:3 (NLT) of the Bible reads, “Your wife will be like a fruitful grapevine, flourishing within your home”. When I read this verse, I have in my head a picture of a beautiful, flourishing vine growing up the side of a house. It reaches out and clings tightly to the house wherever it touches. […]
What If I’m A “Pick Me” Girl??
“Pick me” girls. It’s a phrase used as an insult. But why is that? I decided to ask Google this question and the answers were exactly what I expected.  AI Overview The term “pick me girl” can be problematic for a number of reasons, including:   Diminishing personhood The “pick me girl” archetype can diminish the personhood of individuals, […]
My Response to “she is not your mother”
Okay rant time. I keep seeing posts saying things like “she is not your mother” and I see it coming from both men and women’s accounts. So lets get something straight. What makes a quality woman? It is one who serves. It is one who nurtures. She does this as a mother and she does […]