Little One

Hey Little One, You have been on my mind quite a bit since your sister is now “legally free” and we are moving forward with adoption. We are so thrilled and excited for your sister to have a forever home here with us. I cried tears of joy, tears of relief, and tears of sorrow…

Chair Space

After church, the girls are ready for a nap. We arrive home and I spend quiet time with them giving gentle back scratches as they begin to dose off. I whisper, “I love you” to each of them and quietly tip-toe out the door. I take a deep breath, grab my bible, colorful pens, cute…

Pinky Promise

A pinky promise is the act of two pinkies locking together to a bind a promise and a foundation of trust. The kiss on the thumb seals it in place. This is what I do every week with the lady in the black chair. And every time, an overwhelming flood of emotions fill my body….

An Open Letter to My Daughters

I know the day will come when you ask me where you came from. I know one day you will ask me if you grew in my belly and I will gently say to you, “no, you didn’t.” I know it will then be followed up by another question. “Where did I come from, mommy?”…