Over the summer, I read a book by Angie Thomas Called “The Hate You Give” (you guessed it, THUG). The book was inspired by a Rapper and activist from the 90’s Tupac Shakur. Angie Thomas did a great job not only unpacking what Thug Life meant but making it relevant to today’s youth. THUG LIFE Stands for The Hate You […]
Some of the most powerful thoughts we have are memories. They can take us back to the most painful times of our life or some of the most beautiful ones. Memories serve to remind us of the places we overcame and show us how much we have grown. But most importantly, It is a reminder of all God has done for us […]
My son, Ethan, is at the stage of his life where he is trying to find his way. He is trying to figure out what he can do in life to give him great purpose and value. He used to want to be a missionary, but has since decided that he wants to be a Navy Seal. Yea, big difference. Now […]
Kids are something else. Even when they are playing, their little minds are always thinking of something. One day while driving home, my youngest son John asks “Mom, when God doesn’t pay attention, is that when bad stuff happens?” I take a quick peek in the review mirror and smile, saying, “Johnny, God is always paying attention. He knows all the […]
I came to a point in life where I had enough of people-pleasing. As much as I love others and want to help and make people happy, I had to accept that not everyone would be satisfied with or even like me. That was probably the hardest pill for me to swallow since I had been a people pleaser most of […]
Julie Whitley is a wife and highly driven, nonstop mother of four boys. She knows the realities of being a mom at every stage of development. She is not afraid to tell it like it is while reminding every mother there is no greater gift than love.