by Claire Alameda | Aug 23, 2026 | Faith and Encouragement, Parenting|Spiritual Growth
Eyes wide open in the dark, I sighed, “This is the best part of my day.” Nighttime was quiet. Calm. I was lonely, even though my husband lay sleeping beside me. I had it all: a man who loved me, two precious kids, a comfortable home, and a healthy church. “Lord,” I...
by Claire Alameda | May 1, 2026 | Parenting|Spiritual Growth
When Motherhood Feels Like Too Much Frustration and a hint of dejection clouded my young friend’s face as she entered my office. She sank into the couch and dropped the diaper bag, along with the mom gear she had hauled in like a burden. A kind colleague took...