Moving to a new city in my early twenties felt like stepping into a world where no one knew my past. It was freedom in its purest form. I left my small town behind and entered a lifestyle it wasn’t accustomed to—new faces, new rhythms, new rules. I had to build friendships from scratch, learn … Continue reading Rediscovering Dating, Discernment, and Self-Worth in My Late 30s
Author: LotsofJennie
Mommy to a little boy, Bulldog lover, Writer, Daughter, Sister, Friend
A Holiday Reflection: Purpose, Motherhood & Closing out 2025
This holiday season isn’t just festive for me — it’s symbolic. It represents survival. It represents rebuilding. It represents stepping into the life God always had waiting for me.
A Summer of Healing, Power & Purpose
It’s been a few months since I’ve posted here, and honestly, I’ve been soaking up every moment of this summer in my soft girl–mom era. This summer was different. It wasn’t just sunshine and splash pads, or quick escapes to the beach—It was soul work. Afternoons reading and writing. Long-overdue time with friends and family … Continue reading A Summer of Healing, Power & Purpose
Desperate Times, Desperate Needs: A Hard Lesson in Self-Worth
There comes a time in life when you reach your limit. When you’ve endured enough lies, neglect, and emotional abuse to finally stand up and say, “No more.” This entire situation is a painful but powerful reminder: people who lack self-worth often return to what’s familiar instead of seeking what’s better. A man who can’t … Continue reading Desperate Times, Desperate Needs: A Hard Lesson in Self-Worth
Closing the Door, Opening My Heart: Moving Out & Moving On
Today, I am in the thick of transition. Boxes packed. Walls bare. Rooms echoing with memories I’d rather forget. The hardest part isn’t the physical move—it’s the emotional weight of it all. Because this isn’t just about leaving a house. This is about closing a chapter I once prayed would be my forever. Dismantling my … Continue reading Closing the Door, Opening My Heart: Moving Out & Moving On
Mother’s Day Reflections: The Beauty of Being a Mom—Twice
2010 vs 2024 Being a mother is the greatest gift I’ve ever received—and I’ve been blessed to experience it in two beautifully different ways. My children, a son and a daughter, were born 14 years apart. And while that’s a significant age gap, it’s also been the best of both worlds. My son, my firstborn, … Continue reading Mother’s Day Reflections: The Beauty of Being a Mom—Twice
Breakups & Makeups: The War Between My Heart and My Mind
Sent from my iPhone I didn’t start this blog to pretend I have it all figured out. I started it because I needed a place to be honest—with myself and with anyone else who might be going through the same emotional tug-of-war. Breakups aren’t always final, and love doesn’t always fade just because someone walks … Continue reading Breakups & Makeups: The War Between My Heart and My Mind
April Showers Bring May Flowers: A New Season of Healing
They say April showers bring May flowers, and this year, I’ve felt every drop. April was heavy—emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. It poured in ways I didn’t expect. Some days felt like survival mode, and others were filled with silent prayers and deep breaths. But even in the storm, I knew something was being watered. Something … Continue reading April Showers Bring May Flowers: A New Season of Healing
36 and Evolving: A Year of Transformation
Whoa, Im 36. This birthday feels different—not because of the number, but because of everything this past year has held. If someone had told me a year ago how much my life would change, I’m not sure I would’ve believed them. I became a mother again, and the beauty of that was met with the … Continue reading 36 and Evolving: A Year of Transformation
April: A Month of Endings and New Beginnings
The first day of a new month always feels like a fresh page—blank, full of possibility. But this month is different. This month is mine. My birthday month, a reminder of how far I’ve come, how much I’ve grown, and how much more I’m capable of. But April isn’t just about celebration. It’s also about … Continue reading April: A Month of Endings and New Beginnings
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