by Elyse Derian | Oct 23, 2023 | Spiritual Growth
If you’re like me, your house is rarely quiet. Before the sun rises, there is rumblings of little ones asking questions about where we’re going, what they are having for breakfast and if they can bring their favorite stuffed animal to school. And in the rare moments...
by Elyse Derian | Aug 28, 2023 | Parenting
We recently experienced a devastating loss in our family. It was the first time as a mom I had to share the news with my kids that someone they knew and loved deeply was gone from this Earth. I didn’t expect it to be so hard. I wanted to lead with the positive. She is...
by Elyse Derian | Jun 26, 2023 | Self-care
“Mommy this is the best day ever!!” My four-year-old shouted while wiping the sticky popsicle drippings across her face. It was the first hot week of summer in Texas, and our day involved the norm – a slow morning followed by play dates, swimming with friends and a...
by Elyse Derian | May 5, 2023 | Spiritual Growth
One of the most captivating scenes in the gospel of John is at the closing in Chapter 21. It’s after the resurrection, and Jesus is spending time with his disciples, eating breakfast. How surreal that must have felt! They were dining with their Savior they thought was...
by Elyse Derian | Mar 27, 2023 | Parenting
I’m a morning person. I love waking up before the sun to get a workout in, spend some time with God, and fill my bucket before my kids start making their way down the stairs. It’s a gift to start the day ready to face what God has for me. I’m ready to love my family...
