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 three little guys who are school-aged, a preschooler, and a toddler. I'm a full-time working mama in a super busy season of life, learning to balance it all. It is a challenge indeed, but Jesus, my village, and coffee see me through.
That’s All Folks
This summer, we welcomed our third baby -- another boy -- and as the congratulatory messages continue to file in, they are almost always paired with a one million dollar question. If I had...
The Name Game
In a little over a month from now, my little family will grow by two more feet as we welcome baby number three and boy number three. The question we get most of all,...
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...