Truth or Dare? How about both. I dare you to tell the truth. For those of you (everyone, because I've never shared it online) who don't know why this community of women and ministry aimed towards mothers is such a deep gutted passion of mine, you are about to find out. You know that place…
Author: mamaknowsmess
Daily Prompt: Vigor
I'm especially feeling it today. The Monday after Thanksgiving break. Although, I enjoyed time with my family and eating entirely too much - I fell out of routine. For us busy moms, routine is crucial! How else can we get 12,563 things done in 12 hours with only 2 hands? Not only do I feel…
I Hope My Kids Get Hurt
For those of you reading because you thought, "WHAT kind of mom could possibly WANT her children to get HURT?" Welcome and thank you for joining in on the conversation. 🙂 I promise I don't abuse my kids or support dictator type parenting styles. I am not some sick mom who doesn't worry about my…
Diamond in the Rough: A Letter to my Best Friend
Dear best friend of mine, Let me start by having you watch this music video of Miranda Lambert's new song Vice. That's where I was. Sitting right in the middle of my misery and all of the unhealthy ways to deal with it. Single mother of a beautiful baby girl; tender age of 1. 50/50 custody,…
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God’s Grace and Direction in a Time of Great Sadness
There are thousands of "my ex did me wrong" stories out there, but this one is different. This one ends with God's grace and direction. Please join me in my first attempt at telling this story in text. I'll skip over our relationship and why it didn't work out. I'll even spare you the details…
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Feedback Friday: Extrovert or Introvert?
I really want to hear more from and learn from you guys! So now I want to dedicate Fridays to "Feedback Friday" where I will be bringing a question or topic for you guys to comment on 🙂 Let's start with : Do you consider yourself to be an extrovert or introvert? What challenges do…
When being positive is hard
We have those days, weeks or even seasons of life where we just aren't feelin' it. Boring job. Ain't feelin' it. Messy house (again). Ain't feelin' it. Adulting in any form. Just AIN'T feelin' it! Raise your wine (err I mean coffee) and cheers if you can relate! Ok, so after we've sat on the…