Why do I write? Because I believe words matter and that stories are what compel and connect us. There’s a reason the Bible is full of stories, guys, and that’s because without stories, we are not our best selves. Words are what stir our hearts, energize our souls, and move our bodies towards action. Why…
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5 Real Tips To Become a Work-At-Home Mom
I’ve been a work-at-home mom since before I even delivered my first daughter. During my last semester of college, I started a new job as the College Outreach Program Coordinator for a non-profit group, working on helping students set up pregnant and parenting resources on their campuses. (Yes, it was as cool as it sounds!) Since…
Working Within The Seasons Of Your Life As A Mom
If you’re a new mom or a mom of a baby with a newborn at home, you may see all of the inspirational quotes about pursuing your passions and reaching for the starts and starting each and every day with a fresh new start and think something along the line of: Give me a freaking…
5 Writing Tips From Author Emily Giffin
Last month, I traveled six hours round-trip with my two oldest in tow and my sister along for the ride to meet one of my writing idols, Emily Giffin. It may sound crazy, but I first fell in love with Emily’s writing with her book, “Baby Proof” and I’ve been addicted ever since. And perhaps just as…
Learning To Let Go
This week, I lost one of my steady writing jobs. And since the moment I read that email and came across the importance of freelancers also having a back-up plan, I’ve been in slight panic mode. I realize that the third trimester of pregnancy probably isn’t the best time to start job hunting, but it…