Author Archives: Heart of the Matter

I am Fully Known by the God of the Universe

Posted on February 8, 2023 by Heart of the Matter

Have you ever felt lonely, disconnected, misunderstood? Have you found yourself longing to be known—fully—right to your core? I have. I am an introvert so I hold my feelings close. It takes a while even for new friends to get … Continue reading →

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Finding Hope Amid Heartache and Chaos

Posted on January 21, 2023 by Heart of the Matter

2022 was a tough year. Many people in the world right now would say the same thing. We, as a nation, have faced some difficult times, with the continuation and constant mutation of Corona virus, the awful realization of various … Continue reading →

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Post-Mom Life and the Search for Significance

Posted on November 8, 2022 by Heart of the Matter

  Recently, I slid quietly into a new decade of life—one where I get discounts on Tuesdays at certain department stores and receive targeted ads for wrinkle creams on my computer. I even qualify to go on the church bus … Continue reading →

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Time to Land That Helicopter: The Changing Role of Parents When Their Children Marry

Posted on April 27, 2022 by Heart of the Matter

I have loved being a mom. It has truly been my most fulfilling role in life. Of course, I’ve had other roles over the years. I’ve been a wife, daughter, granddaughter, elementary teacher, volunteer, Bible study leader, VBS worker and … Continue reading →

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Keeping Bridezilla at Bay: Successful Wedding Planning with Your Daughter

Posted on April 25, 2022 by Heart of the Matter

Summer is fast approaching and my daughter—my beautiful, kind, generous, outgoing daughter—will soon become a Mrs. She met her beloved at the college youth group at church. He’s not exactly what her father and I had pictured for her.You know … Continue reading →

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