It's normal to experience a range of emotions during pregnancy. An expectant mother may be excited and joyful, but also anxious, stressed, and even sad at times depending on the circumstances around her. Let's Be Honest About Difficult Emotions During Pregnancy It's important to acknowledge that mental health issues can arise during pregnancy. Moms-to-be are often embarrassed or afraid to confide in others about the difficult emotions ... Read the Post...
How I Stressed Less While Expecting Baby #2
Visiting the Ave Maria Grotto in Cullman, Alabama
“In all your ways be mindful of him, and he will make straight your paths.” -Proverbs 3:6 The drive from my current home in Tennessee to visit my family in Florida is a straight shot down I65 South. For the eight-hour duration of the drive, the scenery is pretty repetitive—rows and rows of trees until you reach the Alabama/Florida state line. I can sense that the coast is getting closer at that point, as lakes and bayous begin to make their ... Read the Post...
2023 Holy Week Calendar
Holy Week is the week right before Easter. Christians set aside this time to remember Jesus’ suffering, death, and resurrection. It is also the last week of Lent. When is Holy Week this Year? This year, Holy Week will take place Sunday, April 2, 2023 - Saturday, April 8, 2023. It is followed by the Easter Season, which celebrates Jesus’ resurrection from Easter Sunday to Pentecost. Holy Week Calendar 2023 4/02 Palm Sunday4/03Holy ... Read the Post...
My 2021 Word of the Year and Bible Verse
Happy New Year, friends and fam! I’m excited to share my 2021 word of the year with you. This is something new for me and will replace my traditional “New Year’s resolution.” A word of the year is a singular theme you can revisit throughout the year to help guide your actions and decisions while keeping you positive and inspired. When you choose your word, it’s helpful to consider what God is calling you toward in the new year. You may come ... Read the Post...