motherhood

What I Read in 2025

In 2025, I read a total of 64 books in 10 categories (2 5x5s), which means I beat last year's reading by two! Last year I made a

Jan 1, 2026 6 min read

How to be friends with your kids

If you want to be friends with your kids, you have to be the mother with wisdom and authority, raising them into adults you'd want to be friends with. Friendship is a letting go.

Dec 13, 2025 6 min read

A Mom's Meaningful Cultural Work

It might look dull and repetitive, but we must allow Scripture to open our eyes to see the meaning and purpose of a mom hidden in her home with her children.

Sep 13, 2025 5 min read

On "just" having babies and making food

Anyone who talks about “just” having babies or “just” cooking meals has no clue about what either of those activities actually is and means.

Sep 6, 2025 9 min read

What it means to be a grandma

Being a grandma means delighting in the fruition of your work without interfering or controlling.

Jun 13, 2025 8 min read

On Finding Friends

You don’t need a co-op or a program to build community. Real friendship grows from shared life, not organized activity. Let it take time.

Mar 31, 2025 6 min read

Embracing Our Mission as Women: The Antidote to Acedia

Rejoicing in our God-given role as women removes acedia and restores purpose. Embrace your mission with wisdom and energy to build culture and glorify God.

Feb 21, 2025 5 min read Featured

How to practice hospitality every day (even when it’s awkward)

Hospitality isn’t about impressing guests—it’s about loving people, starting with those in our homes. True hospitality fosters connection, growth, and generosity.

Feb 15, 2025 6 min read