Reflections of a Work-in-Progress Mom
What if… When we say “kids these days” It doesn’t come with an eyeroll Or preconceived judgment that this young generation is entitled… Maybe they are entitled. Entitled to respect and love and our wisdom shared and support and encouragement. Just like everyone else. Babies to adults alike. What if… When we say “kids these Read More …
*Note: This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy here. Sometimes it’s overwhelming. There is so much need. We get stuck in analysis paralysis. Here’s my thought process if you’re considering giving today but don’t know what to do or where to give. To me, knowing the stories of the organizations and the Read More …
For Christmas, sometimes we do gifts, sometimes we don’t. It’s never set. We don’t have specific amounts. We are always grateful if we get gifts and if we don’t get gifts. It’s fun. It’s overwhelming. It’s wonderful. It’s different than other times of the year. Only you can decide what is best for your family Read More …
It’s because I am frustrated with some of the content out there so I want to remain engaged in what’s happening in this space and (hopefully) be a light here…We can allow it to be a place where hurt and dark dwells or we can share encouragement and love. Love wins. Emily Freeman writes this Read More …
These “A Look Back” posts are probably more for me than it is for your enjoyment but hopefully they will spark a reflection spirit in us to review what has happened last season and reset ourselves for the next season. I’ll try to share a little snippet of life in the previous season. I don’t Read More …
If you follow me on Instagram, this isn’t a new post at all. It’s actually something I repost at least twice a month because I need my own reminders. If you’re on IG, say hi over there so we can cheer each other on. BEAUTY ALONG THE CHAIN-LINK FENCE Note: It doesn’t have to be Read More …
To clarify my heart behind this…I think especially as moms, whether we know it or not (and like it or not), we set the tone for the day. How we respond when we get up (by alarm, by a cry, or like one friend, by puke on her head from her little one) will somewhat Read More …
I frequently have friends ask me what I’m reading or what I recommend, so hopefully, these posts are helpful in giving you some ideas. If there’s a certain topic you’re looking for, let me know and I’ll see if I can direct you to a book. 🙂 UPDATE: Here’s My 2019 Book List >>> joycemoy.com/booklist2019 Read More …
Does opening the doors to your house cause you anxiety? If I’m honest, there still are days when this is true. And I think a lot of stems from the message that things have to be a certain way. Another is actual comments I have heard from guests. I love that Jen Schmidt discusses the Read More …
These “A Look Back” posts are probably more for me than it is for your enjoyment but hopefully they will spark a reflection spirit in us to review what has happened last season and reset ourselves for the next season. I’ll try to share a little snippet of life in the previous season. I don’t Read More …