by katiemae | Aug 13, 2018 | Encouragement, Family, Life, Parenting, Relationships
The Heart of A Mother Summer is coming to an end, and I know many women who will be facing the emotional transition of sending their child to college and returning to an empty nest. The term empty nest seems harsh as I envision a mama bird pushing her baby out of the...
by katiemae | Jul 31, 2018 | Encouragement, Humanity, Life
We All Have A Story To Share! They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but what is a story worth? We all have stories. From the time we are born until the moment we breathe our last breath, we are the main character in the chapters of our lives. With each...
by katiemae | Jun 18, 2018 | authentic, Encouragement, Life, Relationships
Recently I was asked by a colleague if I had any regrets in my life. It is not the first time I’ve heard this question, but it is the first time I could honestly look my friend in the eye and reply, “No. I have no regrets at all.” Every decision and...
by katiemae | May 7, 2018 | Encouragement, Hope, Life, Opportunities, Setbacks
Life Interrupted. “You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.” ~ Maya Angelou It’s funny how things work out. My husband and I have spent our entire adult life planning and preparing for the golden years....
by katiemae | Apr 16, 2018 | Encouragement, Hope, Life
Making the Most of the Seasons in Life Spring has sprung in our little corner of the country. The lilacs are blooming and fill the air with their beautiful fragrance. The frogs have announced their return to our pond with their persistent mating calls. And the...
by katiemae | Apr 2, 2018 | Encouragement, God, Hope, Life, Setbacks
A Conversation Driving home from work last week, I had a conversation with God. It was raw and real. It was an in-your-face kind of talk about the events that have happened these past several weeks. I held nothing back. Why should I? He already knew what I was...