Happy May!  Can I be real with y’all?  It’s so evident that God’s hand is all over Tirzah.  With changing seasons, I find myself second-guessing decisions - even though this is clearly God’s ministry and not mine.  I was recently doubting again and I love the encouragement of friends who come alongside to encourage.  

As I was beginning to doubt things, I had my best friend who is also a magazine editor read my book I’m publishing next month.  I wanted one last set of eyes before it comes out.  As she was reading it, she encouraged me and agreed the time was now for the book.  I questioned God,  myself, and others about the timing.

Why?  Because I’m in the middle of a story.  Who releases a book with no ending?  That’s when God showed me - there never is an ending.  As long as we are on earth, our journey is continuing.  We are constantly learning, growing together, apart, and coming together again.  That is why my book is called “Becoming”.

I am BECOMING who God always intended me to be.  At thirty years of age, I’ve done a lot but there is more to be done.  There are some people who may not agree with my book.  However, I have chosen to be real, authentic, and honest of my journey.  This is more than my journey.  It is the journey of my friends and family.  The story of how I went to start a home for teen moms and made the most extraordinary girlfriends ever.  People across southeastern Wisconsin know of us ladies and the absolute joy we have to do life together.  It’s the story of how there are two different homes opening in the area - but not mine.  Lastly, it’s the story of the miracle God is doing in my family.  I’m now excited to release this book and CAN NOT wait for you to join me on a new chapter of my FAMILY’S STORY.  

Thank you for your willingness to be a part of mine and Yelena’s story.  I hope you check out the book when it comes out on June 1st.  Know that you made a difference in mine and Yelena’s lives.  You thought it was a privilege to tell your story, but it always has and will continue to be an honor that you listen to our stories and advice.

***Stay tuned in the next week or so for an article on how to respond to incidences like the mass shooting in Texas. We are praying for all involved!***