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…

In August, we were so excited because we found out that soccer season was going to happen! In the days of Covid and not getting…
March 2020 was going great. We were in a routine and getting ready for spring break. And then, Covid hit. Suddenly, I not only…
Picture courtesy of Isaiah May 🙂 With the recent news about the horrible death of George Floyd, I have seen so many people offering their…
When I go to bed, I am usually so tired that I go to sleep and sleep solidly until my alarm. Dreaming doesn’t usually happen.…

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. 🌸