It’s been almost three weeks since my friend, M, was called home. The world continues to turn. Life continues to move. The sun rises. The sun sets. Days pass quickly – full of normal family activities and work. Grief is an unpredictable emotion, friends. Because I didn’t see M everyday, my normal routine has changed little. Yet, my mind wanders as I sit a stoplight…or crawl into my special spot…
I am so excited to share the name of our T.E.A.M. Grace 2014 registration contest winner. Laurie Layne is the winner of a $100 mom/daughter shopping spree to Simon Malls! Please join me in congratulating Laurie! There is still time to join us for amazing weekend of Christ-centered fellowship and fun with other moms and tween girls. Campfire and s’mores anyone? You can find details and register here:http://catherinebird.net/speaking-events/
Happy New Year, friends! I’ve taken a break over the Christmas season to rest, reflect and live in the moment with my family. Our family holiday was full of memory-making, laughs and a little too much baked goodness. The season of caring, sharing and hot cocoa with marshmallows did not disappoint! To be honest, I’ve dreaded New Year’s Day. There is always so much excitement and fullness leading up…
The insanity of the past few weeks is tough to convey, but then just about all of my mommy friends are trying to survive the insanity of May. Summer is almost here, ladies! Normally, my girls and I would be getting ready to clear our schedules for nothing but pool time and summer Bible study. With the launch of Becoming a Girl of Grace and preparations to begin another…