Amanda
Hi, guys! Amanda here. By day I am a higher education professional, and "by 24/7," I'm a pastor's wife and certified boy mom to two littles and one on the way. I'm a full-time working mama and a doctoral student learning to balance it all. It's a challenge indeed, but Jesus, my village, and coffee see me through.
A Taco In The Backseat
Years ago, when I was in college, a good friend asked me to grab something out of the backseat of her car. In the dark of night, I could barely see enough to find...
Tips To Teach Your Child If They Get Lost In A Crowd
Well. After almost five years and two whole kids later, it finally happened to me. I lost one of my kids in a crowd. And not just any old crowd -- rather one that...
Putting The MOM In Momentum
July is here, so you know what that means. In what seems like the blink of an eye, summer will be over just as quickly as it melted onto the scene. As the latter...
The Elephant In The Room
Sometimes conversations are difficult to have, yet they must be had. What we are about to have will be one of those awkward conversations, but hear me out. So, here goes nothing. Let's just...
All Is Well Because Of The Cell
The new year is here, and resolutions are all the rage. Many people focus on their weight loss journey, while others strive to be more fiscally responsible, and some even plan to kick a...
Urban Myths and Superstitions: Parental Edition
“Step on a crack, break your mama’s back.” “Don’t open an umbrella indoors.” “Sharing your birthday wish with someone will cause it not to come to pass.”
We have all heard these superstitions and more...
Broken Crayons Still Color
Have you ever had one of those moments where you say or do something that seems pretty insignificant at the time, yet when you look back, you see how profound it actually was? A...
Do It Scared
Hi, friends! In case you have not noticed, it has been a while since I have gotten to share with you all, and man, have I missed you ladies! You may be wondering where...
The Second Time Around
I love a good commercial. I am typically the girl who gets the strange looks because instead of asking about a particular television show, I am asking if you saw a certain commercial. Weird,...
The Gift of Life: How to Become a Breastmilk Donor
While many of us are decking the halls in preparation for the holiday season, some families are preparing for silent nights as they will spend the holiday without their newest additions at home. Instead,...