Parents should absolutely be gentle with their children. We should be loving, patient, and caring. But somewhere along the way, many parents began believing that being gentle means avoiding conflict, preventing disappointment, and rescuing their kids from the challenges that build resilience. Recently, I was standing in the checkout line…
The Israelites wandered in the wilderness for 40 years. After decades of waiting, they were finally standing on the edge of the Promised Land. The…

Have you seen posts where doting parents call their teenager their best friend? While I love to see a tight bond between parents and teenagers,…
When I was in seventh grade, I had an opportunity to join a basketball team. I participated in the first practice. It was hard. After…

Do you ever look back on your childhood and think about how your parents handled different situations? I sometimes think about the different things my…

I’m Amy, the creator and author behind Words to Bloom. I’m here to encourage you in the beautiful, messy, sometimes exhausting journey of motherhood—with practical parenting advice, encouragement for your heart, and reminders to keep our eyes on Jesus. 🌸