As my kids have grown into their teen years, I’ve realized that letting go isn’t about loving them less — it’s about loving them differently. It’s choosing to step back when I want to step in, to listen more than I lecture, and to trust the foundation we’ve built. The connection may look quieter now, but it’s deeper, more intentional — and I’m learning that space doesn’t weaken our bond, it strengthens it.
Tag: motherhood
Choosing Wonder This Christmas
This Christmas, I’m chasing the wonder I forgot I could feel—seeing the season through a child’s eyes.
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When Someone Is Missing at the Table
The holidays can feel especially heavy when you’re grieving. This Thanksgiving, I’ve felt the weight of my father-in-law’s absence and how deeply it touches our whole family. Even so, we hold tightly to his memory and find strength in the love and togetherness he left behind.
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15 Minute Air Fryer Donuts You Can’t Mess Up
There’s nothing better than warm, fluffy donuts—and thanks to the air fryer, you can make them in minutes! These air fryer donuts are soft, golden, and unbelievably easy, perfect for busy mornings or a quick sweet treat.
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Top Things to Do at Vala’s Pumpkin Patch This Autumn
Every fall, Lacy and her daughter love visiting Vala's Pumpkin Patch in Nebraska. It's their happy place filled with fun activities like haunted houses and corn mazes, plus apple picking. They cherish the time spent together enjoying nature, sweet treats, and the beauty of autumn. Family moments make it all worthwhile!
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How a Horse in Nebraska Taught Me to Find Contentment
God is teaching me that contentment isn’t found in the adventure of distant places, but in a grateful heart.
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Rediscovering Purpose and Connection Post Military with Teen Kids
Lacy reflects on her emotional journey after her husband’s retirement and her children’s transition to adolescence, which has left her feeling isolated. Seeking connection, she joined a church Life Group and realized the need to deepen her faith. Inspired to start blogging again, Lacy invites others to join her on this path of personal growth.
