Gratitude Prompts:
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Self-Reflection Self-reflection is a powerful practice that allows us to pause and look inward, offering a moment to assess our thoughts, feelings, and actions. In a fast-paced world, where we’re often caught up in the hustle, taking time to reflect helps us gain clarity, understand our experiences, and foster personal growth. It’s like holding up a mirror to our inner world, enabling us to recognize patterns, celebrate progress, and address areas needing improvement. One of the most effective tools for self-reflection is journaling. Writing down our thoughts and experiences helps us process them in a structured way. It turns abstract…
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Discover a practical and relaxing Sunday night routine to prepare for the week ahead. From breathing exercises and prayer to planning and self-care, these tips will help you show up for yourself and your family. Embrace the chaos and tackle the week with confidence.
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God has a way of reminding me through life circumstances that I am not in control, He is. When I was pregnant with my first born, Raelyn, this was a difficult pill to swallow. I often wrestled with the idea that someone so precious inside of ME and MY body still left me opportunity trust God with her growth, health and delivery. Second time around is different right? I’ve been here before. I know what contractions feel like. I know there’s pain before gain. I’m more “wise” and knowledgeable than before. Ha! Once again I had to surrender my anxiousness…
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During the 2021 NBA finals, the following quote from the coach of the Phoenix Suns, Monty Williams, circulated social media. “Everything you want is on the other side of hard.” These words ring in my ears every time I recall Raelyn’s birth story. Her sweet and precious arrival was definitely on the other end of hard and labor was definitely the hardest thing I’ve ever done in my life. My Birth Plan While many moms encouraged me to stay flexible, I still created a birth plan with a base line of wants in case things went exactly how I’d hoped.…
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Before our gender reveal, I dreamt her middle name. One night, I was tossing and turning all night. In my dream, I kept telling myself that I had to nail down a name as if she was already born. Festering over so many unique names to choose from, I looked to the sky and saw a name. Just one name, clear as day. After seeing the name and still dreaming, I went back to festering. Feeling the anxiety of wanting the “perfect” name, I told myself again that I needed a name. I looked to the sky and saw a…
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This one is dedicated to my husband. Not only did he completely snap on these photos, he’s truly been the best partner on this journey of becoming mommy. Moms get a lot of attention throughout pregnancy – as we should; I mean we are carrying a whole human. Our body changes in ways I could never truly understand before, as life presents another set of challenges. And over the past 36 weeks, Najee’s been there, by my side, holding it down! So thank you for staying up with me when Insomnia gets the best of my nights. Thank you for…
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Pregnancy hormones are real. The other day I was speaking down on myself – because of how I perceived myself. I never thought I’d be the type that became self-conscious during pregnancy because that’s what’s supposed to happen right? So why do I feel so bad about looking like a swollen blueberry with a pumpkin for a stomach that’s been in the hospital for weeks? 🤣Najee came to me and said, “Stop it. Our daughter can hear you speaking negative about yourself.” And instantly I thought about how I didn’t want to pass this on to her. I didn’t want…
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I have a tendency to avoid conflict at all cost. I believe I have a basic desire to have inner stability and peace of mind. Seriously, my favorite scripture is Philippians 4:7. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7 (NASB) Growing up with multiple siblings, there was quite a few arguments. You know like, who was going to control the tv or who was going to sit in the front sit – real life issues. I’m kidding. And many times I remember what I was doing in those scenarios when an…
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In response to racism, injustice and systemic oppression. I lament our brokenness. I lament that worth is being defined by a color. I lament that my anger and grief cannot always be expressed. I lament that each hashtag create more numbness and less hope. I lament that after all of this, so many will never change. I lament that my emotions are met with skewed facts and not empathy. I lament our brokenness. I lament that this brokenness causes us to implement demonic ways of comparison, oppression and division. I lament that the world I dream of may only become…
