Expecting Grace Book

Book Launch Day {And An Announcement}

It’s here, friends. What was locked in my heart for 6 years is now set free.  If this book changes even a tiny piece of the world and brings hope and awareness to even a few women, then it will serve its purpose. “Expecting Grace: The Miraculous Survival Story of a Hyperemesis Gravidarum Pregnancy” is available… Read More Book Launch Day {And An Announcement}

Life Lessons

Because No Matter What, You Should Never Stop Dreaming For God

He charges out the door with a roar, “Dad, can I catch that pheasant?!” Door slams. Wild bird calls ensue. Moments pass. Door bursts open again. Small Son rushes upstairs and procures from his room a long stick and a piece of yarn. To make a bow, of course. To catch that pheasant! He’s dreaming again.… Read More Because No Matter What, You Should Never Stop Dreaming For God

Friendship, Ministry

A Weekend of Blessing {Ladies’ Retreat Recap}

Don’t you just love girl time? This past weekend, I attended a ladies’ retreat at one of our maritime camps that was such an encouragement to me. The whole weekend was a gift from God- a breath of fresh blessing! The speaker was Chris Rogers, a pastor’s wife of about 13 years. Several of my… Read More A Weekend of Blessing {Ladies’ Retreat Recap}

Pregnancy

The Big Reveal…Because THIS Picture Is Worth 23,000 Words

Here it is, friends. The soon coming reality of a dream that was born out of a great trial: Isn’t it beautiful?! I’m in love.  The cover sits in front of me and still I can’t believe this is happening. Seven years ago during my pregnancy,  when I was fighting for my life and my baby’s life,… Read More The Big Reveal…Because THIS Picture Is Worth 23,000 Words

Compassion, Life Lessons, Relationships

What True Community Looks Like

In the wake of the Boston marathon tragedy, I’ve been pondering the concept of community. Like you, I’ve read some news articles and  have listened to some interviews. I’ve been amazed at the compassion shown BY total strangers, TO total strangers. Yesterday a pastor tweeted something to the effect that, when the bombs went off,… Read More What True Community Looks Like