How a Missed Celebration Became a Puppy Adventure in Mexico City Sometimes a story begins with a place I hoped to go. When I first imagined The Pack of Poo Celebrate in Mexico City, the idea came from something very real in my own life. I had planned to travel to Mexico City for a…
Before I Answer: Asking God for Wisdom in Hard Conversations Some conversations ask more of us than we expected. A text comes in, and my first thought is not always my wisest one. A family concern rises up. A misunderstanding needs attention. Someone says something that stirs an old ache, and my heart starts forming…
Back-to-School Books for Kids Who Love Animals and Adventure A new school year can bring so many feelings for children. Some little ones are excited to see friends, meet a teacher, choose a backpack, or step into a new classroom. Others may feel nervous about the routine changing, being away from home, or trying something…
Finding Strength in Faith During Seasons of Change Change can arrive quietly, or it can come all at once. A relationship shifts. A loved one needs more care. A familiar routine changes. A door closes. A new responsibility begins. A season you thought you understood suddenly looks different. Even good change can make the heart…
How Animal Stories Help Children Understand Big Feelings Children feel deeply, even when they do not always have the words to explain what is happening inside. A little one may feel nervous about trying something new, jealous of a friend, sad after a hard day, or unsure how to say they are sorry. Sometimes those…
Finding God’s Peace When Life Feels Uncertain Uncertainty has a way of making the heart reach for control. We want answers. We want timelines. We want to know what will happen next and whether the road ahead will be safe. When life feels unclear, even ordinary decisions can begin to feel heavy. I have walked…
Bedtime Stories for Kids: Relaxing Summer Reads for Warm Nights Summer nights have their own sweet rhythm. The days are longer, the air feels warmer, and children often want to stretch bedtime just a little bit further. Maybe they ask for one more sip of water, one more hug, or one more story before closing…
Books About Family Violence That Offer Faith-Filled Perspectives and Recovery There are some wounds that are hard to explain to someone who has never lived through them. Family violence can leave a person feeling frightened, confused, ashamed, and very alone. Even after the immediate danger has passed, the heart may still carry questions. Why did…
Gratitude and Perseverance: Christian Children’s Books That Help Kids Grow When I sit down to write a children’s book, I don’t focus solely on the story. I think about the child who will hear it. I think about the quiet moments at bedtime: the giggles, the questions, the way a child pauses and wonders why…
When Your Story Feels Broken There was a time in my life when I no longer recognized myself. The person I used to be felt distant. My confidence had faded, my voice had quieted, and fear took up more space in my heart than I ever thought possible. Living through domestic violence changes you in…