Gather & Grow

faith begins at home

When Busyness Stings Like a Bee

It happened while we were driving home the other night. I had picked up my daughters, five and seven, from their first night of arts camp at our church. We had screeched in a minute late only an hour and a half earlier, after we had waited for my husband to arrive to take over with our toddler. So ... View Post

A Prayer for Moms in Survival Mode

Any mamas out there feel stuck in survival mode? I see that hand. I, too, am more familiar with this place than I would like to be. The never-ending cycle of mothering tasks can be enough to make you certifiably crazy, even on a good day! Laundry, dishes, and cooking are my trifecta, and when I pile ... View Post

The Truth about Parenting Teenagers

Teenagers. One word with unicorn-magic can strike fear in grown men and women and cause any senior citizen to extend a hug and their heartwarming condolences. Moms, understand this: as soon as the first pimple pops in on the scene life at home will change. A lot. Parents once cool and quite awesome ... View Post

Help for the Bad Mood Mom

Yesterday I shared my desire for freedom from the weight of motherhood in order to enjoy the true pleasure of being a mom. I mentioned my desire to be "free from the bad mood that clouds my head and my heart most days." Maybe I wasn't completely honest. Maybe I down played it a bit. . . I've been ... View Post