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    Tuscaloosa, you ladies know how to throw a party!! Tuscaloosa, you ladies know how to throw a party!! 💕

A huge thank you to Alison Guillory and the women’s ministry team at @valleyviewbaptistchurch for hosting a spectacular Galentine’s Dinner this past Friday night. We had 250 people, from teenagers to grandmothers, come together to celebrate the gift of friendship and building relationships that last.

I loved being with all of you, and it’s always an easy “yes” to go back to my hometown. This event was special because my dad and sister Mary Kathryn both got to come - plus I got to spend time with my Bama girl before the event began.

Special thanks also to Taylor Morgan for having me on Valley View Next Gen Podcast. Keep up the great work you’re doing for the next generation!
    I get a lot of emails about this, especially this I get a lot of emails about this, especially this scenario: The moms have been friends forever, and the daughters have been friends for years too. And then, in middle school, the girls drift apart or have a falling out. The moms aren’t sure what to do because it impacts their friendship too.

I dive deeper into this in my newest release #isyourdaughterreadybook, and I have more to say, but here are general thoughts to keep in mind as you navigate friendship shifts.

Comment READY and I’ll send you the link to this book🤍
    So many girl moms who follow me also have sons, an So many girl moms who follow me also have sons, and they love getting boy-specific messages that start important conversations.

On my Substack, for paid subscribers, are “15 Things I’d Want a Son to Know,” inspired by the wonderful boy moms I know + personal experience and observations. 

Comment 💙 and I’ll message you the link to the article, which includes a printable for your son. 

#raisingboys #raisingmen #adviceforyoungmen
    We all need our happy place, a special setting tha We all need our happy place, a special setting that feels like home, and for 1000s of girls over the past 40+ years, @camphollymont has been that place 💚💙

My dear friend Missy Roper owns Camp Hollymont, and I recently sat down with Missy and her daughter, Loren Jane, to talk about the confidence and growth in faith, friendships, and character that happens at this beloved Christian camp.

A few years ago, Camp Hollymont found a new home in Rabun Gap, GA (near Highlands, NC), in a breathtaking venue that’s a boarding school during the school year. The girls are very comfortable, which is my kind of camp!

Comment CAMP and I’ll DM you to link to our conversation on The Girl Mom Podcast. And for more information on Camp Hollymont and how to contact Missy, check out the show notes.

#summercamp #girlscamp #Christiancamp #camphollymont #raisinggirls
    Celebrating 21 years of our Sophie Bear today!! 🍾🍾 Celebrating 21 years of our Sophie Bear today!! 🍾🍾 My strong-willed toddler has become a fantastic young adult, and we are so thankful for her and her life!

Sophie, from the start, you were unstoppable. A surprise delivery in the middle of the night, you arrived quickly and ready to go! That same spirit still drives you, and you have brought so much joy, laughter, energy, color, and richness to our lives. I love being your mom, and I’m excited for see what adventures God still has in store for you. 

You are strong, kind, smart, resilient, determined, funny, perceptive, compassionate, fun, and beautiful inside and out. Always stay close to the Lord and know how deeply loved you are. Daddy and I are so proud of you!❤️
    Moms, I’m excited about my spring speaking schedul Moms, I’m excited about my spring speaking schedule and would love to see you and your girls!

Events in TUSCALOOSA, CHARLOTTE, SHREVEPORT, and ALBANY are open to the public. Find ticket links through my IG bio, and know that tomorrow (Jan. 31) is the last day for Tuscaloosa tickets, so grab yours while you can.  I look forward to seeing you🤍
    The best cure for anxiety is to pray to our heaven The best cure for anxiety is to pray to our heavenly Father.

When the Bible says to “take your thoughts captive and make them obedient to Christ” it means to replace unhealthy thoughts with healthy thoughts from Him. 

Pastor Rick Warren says, “If you know how to worry, you know how to meditate. Meditation is simply focusing on one thought over and over. In fact, you can take the habits you use when you worry—focusing your mind on something—and instead focus on God’s Word.” 

This is great wisdom - and something anyone can do. And if you want specific prayers to pray for your child, especially when they’re in a tough place, I’ve temporarily made this Substack article free. Comment PRAY and I’ll message you the link 🙏🏻
    Baton Rouge, thank you for an unforgettable day wi Baton Rouge, thank you for an unforgettable day with the families of @dunhamschoolbr. I loved being with all of you and getting to see my sweet cousin Kim! 

Several years ago, Dunham envisioned a Parent Education Speaker Series, and through this came my invitation to speak to mothers + daughters. Many grandmothers joined us too, and what a blessing it was to meet multiple generations all growing in faith and reminding me of why I love this work.

A huge thank you to the amazing leaders who had a hand in my visit, most notably the counselors at Dunham (Elizabeth Singletary, Elizabeth Robin, and Beau Dantin), Jeanne McNeil (who spearheaded it), and Red Stick Reads @redstickreads for selling my books. 

The day started with a fabulous lunch at @mansursotb hosted by Jeanne, Teeta McCollister, Liz Hebert, Lindsay Stratman, Sally Koch, and Katie Goodson. You Louisiana ladies are masters of hospitality, and I’m especially excited about my copy of MeeMaw’s book about faith + family recipes. Can’t wait to read it and hoping that it may inspire me to cook! 💜💚💛
    Baton Rouge! You are one of my favorite cities! I Baton Rouge! You are one of my favorite cities! I love coming to your town, and I’m so grateful I had the opportunity to speak at two schools this week💜

A huge thank you to @pbsbr for hosting a mother/daughter night in the school’s new theatre. It was a great atmosphere with the sweetest moms and daughters, such a privilege to get to know this next generation. 

A heartfelt thank you to Jessica Province, Katie South, and the Parkview Baptist School Administration, PTF, and PAAC Support Staff for hosting me, and to Tessa Mahler of The Vine Christian Bookstore & Gifts for selling books. Truly a joy to spend time with all of you!
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