Ella made this for me for Mother’s Day this year: And when she did, she said to her brothers, “You know, God wrote this verse for our mom.” “She is clothed with strength and dignity. She can laugh at the…
Decisions, decisions…
I’m a terrible decision maker. Part of it has to do with the possibility of regret. What if I end up wishing I made the other choice? This fear plagues me with indecision. The only reason perusing a menu at…
Changes
Some changes are on the horizon for the Naimo family… This last year (well actually, the last five years) has been a time of great reflection and heart change. Losing Mason has shaped and transformed me in many ways. It…
Loving People Better
So my sister called me the other night. I saw “Angie” on my phone and immediately thought something was wrong with our parents. Why is that my first thought? Why does it have to be a tragic one? Well, here’s…
Quarantine Journaling
I’ve been keeping a journal during quarantine. I didn’t start it right away and it’s not as thorough as I’d like. I kept thinking, I should journal during this time. It’s significant and unique and although most days feel like…
Pray For the Light
I often figure out dates in my life based around September 28, 2014. I do the same for the year I graduated high school. Then college. Then the year I got married. But none of those feel as seared into…