Photo by Gwen Hawkins A happily married mother of four, Linda had her world thrown into chaos when her husband suffered a painful herniated disc. His doctor prescribed Vicodin, reconnecting him with the drinking and drug use that he had abandoned over fifteen years before when he joined Linda’s church and married her. He became…
DetailsThe Family: Source of Intergenerational Power Recently, I attended a wedding reception for a family friend. I was struck by the deliberate and intentional ways that this family has held onto their own family culture. The celebration included specific elements celebrating their blended heritage, from traditional Polish dances to Italian dishes. Cousins, aunts, uncles, and…
DetailsOur Big Ocean Women Arizona cottage put together a wonderful video about a recent service project they did making and delivering newborn kits.
Photo by ‘Simon Davis/DFID On a cool April day this spring, Malala Yousafzai stood on a stage in New York City, and was named the youngest ever UN Messenger of Peace, one of the highest honors that can be awarded by the United Nations. As she accepted the award she emphasized what has become her message…
DetailsIn the deadly wake of hurricane Harvey this past month, 600 women literally and figuratively answered the call. This small army of everyday mothers were key leaders in organizing the Hurricane Harvey Rescue Dispatchers (HHRD). Together, they successfully helped rescue over 20,000 people. A few of the heroes include: Lisa Rochelle Zuniga (32) stay-at-home mother…
DetailsI have two beautiful children. I am grateful for them, and they bring joy and love into my life every day. I am grateful for the opportunity to have carried them, birthed them, and to love them. However, I have also had nine miscarriages. This means nine times…
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