written by Pheba Varughese, mother of 2 who homeschools and works occasionally as a NICU nurse. As a somewhat stay-at-home/ homeschooling mom, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and feel unproductive. Here’s what I have learned works for me… (1) Organize Every night before I go to bed, I look over my calendar and make …
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February favorite
#MOMGUILT is a real phenomenon y’all, like mom brain. Maybe the two are even related..lol. I defintley suffer with both. I struggle with mom guilt, almost on a daily basis. I start the day wanting to do everything right and not lose my patience or yell at the kids, but I usually lose that …
What is the big deal about Christmas?
There are many things, both good and bad, that can distract us from the true meaning of Christmas. We all know how commercialism and materialism can creep into the human heart around this time of year, even family traditions begun with the best intentions can compete for our affection and attention during the Christmas season. …
Christmas traditions you can start today!
I love the holiday season and I can’t believe Christmas is almost here y’all. Everyone has different things they like about the holidays, but it is usually wrapped around some sort of a tradition. There are activities and rituals we tend to remember when we think back on the holidays, because we did it every …
Trader Joe’s: cookie butter & a few other MUST buys!
I was so excited when I heard about Trader Joe’s coming to my town. I had heard so much of the amazing cookie butter and knew I needed it in my life. And my God it’s so good, if you have yet to try it…you are missing out big time, friend. I honeslty like the …
5 truths about being married to a pastor
One of the most common questions I am asked is, “What is it like to be a pastor’s wife?” It is definitely something that can’t be explained quickly or easily. So I wanted to share with you some of the blessings and some of the struggles. When I was marrying Jayson, I didn’t really know …
M O R I A H – my daughter
My first born. The one who gave me the title: Mama. I can’t believe my baby is 4 today! When Jayson and I started planning to have a baby, we thought it would happen on our timeline. But it didn’t work that way. We had been married for almost 3 years and felt ready …
Name it and claim it
Galatians 4: 7 “So you are no longer a slave, but God’s child; and since you are his child, God has made you also an heir.” As moms we get to help our children form their identity that will shape who they become in the future. Often times, even as adults, we see ourselves …