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Wholly Abiding

My Journey to Clean(er) Living

Clean Living· Wellness

20 May

Let’s start this off by saying that no one is perfect. We are all doing our best to care for our families the best that we know how! As I started doing research about what is in products these days I decided it was time to try to start making cleaner choices for my family. … Read More about My Journey to Clean(er) Living

Grilled Salmon with Lime Butter Sauce

Easy Recipes· Family Favorites· Food

19 May

It’s grilling season which this mama loves! One less step I have to take in the meal prep because I’m able to pass it off to the Grill Master (aka my hubby!) This recipe was one that my mom started making and it quickly became a favorite – isn’t anything a favorite that your mom … Read More about Grilled Salmon with Lime Butter Sauce

Small Practices for a Healthier Marriage

Encouragement· For the Mama· For the Wife

29 Apr

What I am not: I am not an expert. I am not a counselor. I am not perfect and I don’t have all the answers. What I am: I am a wife who desires to love my husband well. I am a believer in Jesus and I seek to honor Him with my life first. … Read More about Small Practices for a Healthier Marriage

Pork Carnitas Tacos

Easy Recipes· Family Favorites· Food

28 Apr

Happy Taco Tuesday! I hope you enjoy this super easy & delicious recipe. 1 – 1.5 lb pork tenderloin *2 cups water1 cup chicken broth2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice1 teaspoon cumin1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon oregano1 1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper*I usually use one for my family of 5, but if you’re feeding a group, … Read More about Pork Carnitas Tacos

Night Night, Zoo by Amy Parker

Life· Resources

25 Apr

We love this precious book by Amy Parker and wanted to share it with you! Mama can totally relate to each page as life feels like a constant zoo in our home! It’s silly and sweet and a perfect addition to our bedtime routine with our little wild ones! Grab a copy on Amazon or … Read More about Night Night, Zoo by Amy Parker

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Hi, I’m Kristen!

I am a follower of Jesus, a wife to my sweet husband and mommy to three beautiful little girls. My desire is to grow closer to Christ each day as I point my children to Him. Life is not perfect and I am a work in progress as He continues to shape me and refine me. I hope this can be a place of encouragement for you!

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Celebrated 15 years (a bit early) in the Florida K
Celebrated 15 years (a bit early) in the Florida Keys ☀️🌴

Soaked in the sun and slowed down. Reflected on all God has done in our marriage and family and had FUN together. 
Marriage is a gift. It’s something to be celebrated and also not taken lightly. Intentionality, communication and so.much.prayer. 💛 God is so good! Praying for many more years with this man. Lord willing 🙏🏻


I’m noticing a cycle - when May rolls around I beg
I’m noticing a cycle - when May rolls around I begin to question. “Did we do enough? Could they have gotten more? Should we have done something different?” I’m thankful that I have a few years under my belt to have noticed this pattern. The lies from the enemy try to creep in, but we’re speaking against them this time!

Homeschool mom, you did it! Another year under your belt! There’s always more that could be done. It’s never going to feel 100% complete, but you learned with your kids, you fostered relationships, you put in the work and time. You struggled at times and you persevered and now it’s time to celebrate. 
Don’t believe the lies that they didn’t get enough. 
God’s got them. 
Surrender them to Him and trust Him to do the work. 
He called you to this and He will be faithful to complete the work. 
It’s a marathon, not a sprint. 
Rest.
Breathe in His goodness. 
Celebrate all that was accomplished this year!

#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeschoollife #homeschoolfamily


Parenting isn’t meant to be simple, it is meant to
Parenting isn’t meant to be simple, it is meant to be sanctifying! 🙏🏻🤍 

#godlyparenting #parenting #christianparenting


We all put our faith in something - our money, hea
We all put our faith in something - our money, health, job, spouse, our pastor or an influencer, fill in the blank ______.
Any worldly thing we put our faith in will let us down. 

It is only our hope and faith in Jesus that will never let us down. His promises are forever. 

Jesus says time and time again in the Bible: “It is your faith that healed you” and “Your faith has saved you.” 

It is not our good works. It is not the religious rigamarole — it is our faith! Stop striving, instead seek Him.

Where is your faith? 

It’s a simple “yes” to Him. It doesn’t always come without doubts so we say, “Lord, I believe; Help my unbelief.” 
He is faithful to answer. 

What we put our faith in matters for eternity.
🤍🙏🏻

#womenoftheword #christianwomen #sistersinchrist #christian #christianblogger


Overwhelmed by God’s incredible goodness! He is SO
Overwhelmed by God’s incredible goodness! He is SO faithful to do the work and I’m humbled by His blessings in my life. What a sweet weekend in the Word and in community with beautiful women 🌿🌷 All the Glory to God! He’s SO worthy, friends!!


#Christianity #womenontheword #sistersinchrist #ch
#Christianity #womenontheword #sistersinchrist #christian #christianlife



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Celebrated 15 years (a bit early) in the Florida K Celebrated 15 years (a bit early) in the Florida Keys ☀️🌴

Soaked in the sun and slowed down. Reflected on all God has done in our marriage and family and had FUN together. 
Marriage is a gift. It’s something to be celebrated and also not taken lightly. Intentionality, communication and so.much.prayer. 💛 God is so good! Praying for many more years with this man. Lord willing 🙏🏻
I’m noticing a cycle - when May rolls around I beg I’m noticing a cycle - when May rolls around I begin to question. “Did we do enough? Could they have gotten more? Should we have done something different?” I’m thankful that I have a few years under my belt to have noticed this pattern. The lies from the enemy try to creep in, but we’re speaking against them this time!

Homeschool mom, you did it! Another year under your belt! There’s always more that could be done. It’s never going to feel 100% complete, but you learned with your kids, you fostered relationships, you put in the work and time. You struggled at times and you persevered and now it’s time to celebrate. 
Don’t believe the lies that they didn’t get enough. 
God’s got them. 
Surrender them to Him and trust Him to do the work. 
He called you to this and He will be faithful to complete the work. 
It’s a marathon, not a sprint. 
Rest.
Breathe in His goodness. 
Celebrate all that was accomplished this year!

#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmom #homeschoollife #homeschoolfamily
Parenting isn’t meant to be simple, it is meant to Parenting isn’t meant to be simple, it is meant to be sanctifying! 🙏🏻🤍 

#godlyparenting #parenting #christianparenting
We all put our faith in something - our money, hea We all put our faith in something - our money, health, job, spouse, our pastor or an influencer, fill in the blank ______.
Any worldly thing we put our faith in will let us down. 

It is only our hope and faith in Jesus that will never let us down. His promises are forever. 

Jesus says time and time again in the Bible: “It is your faith that healed you” and “Your faith has saved you.” 

It is not our good works. It is not the religious rigamarole — it is our faith! Stop striving, instead seek Him.

Where is your faith? 

It’s a simple “yes” to Him. It doesn’t always come without doubts so we say, “Lord, I believe; Help my unbelief.” 
He is faithful to answer. 

What we put our faith in matters for eternity.
🤍🙏🏻

#womenoftheword #christianwomen #sistersinchrist #christian #christianblogger
Overwhelmed by God’s incredible goodness! He is SO Overwhelmed by God’s incredible goodness! He is SO faithful to do the work and I’m humbled by His blessings in my life. What a sweet weekend in the Word and in community with beautiful women 🌿🌷 All the Glory to God! He’s SO worthy, friends!!
#Christianity #womenontheword #sistersinchrist #ch #Christianity #womenontheword #sistersinchrist #christian #christianlife
A few things I’ve learned: There will always be g A few things I’ve learned:

There will always be gaps in your children’s education no matter how you choose to school them. 

You know your kids best and can direct them in their God given abilities and strengths.

Your love for your children will cause you to go to great lengths to make sure they have what they need.

Will it be perfect no matter what you choose? No.

This is not a call for every family to homeschool as I believe it is a conviction and each family chooses what is best for them. It was not in our plans and yet God has called us here for these years. Forever? Maybe not. But right now. And if you’ve had the nudge my encouragement to you is that YOU CAN! Will it be easy? No. But it will stretch you and grow you.

#homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolmama #homeschoolmom #christianmom
Comfort can create forgetfulness of God’s faithful Comfort can create forgetfulness of God’s faithfulness.

Success can make us believe we can do things in our own strength.

Discomfort can cause us to go deeper.

#newyear #womenoftheword #faithblogger #christianmom #christianblogger

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