Author: Thankful Mommy

Angela (a.k.a Thankful Mommy) is follower of Jesus Christ, a wife, and mother of two little boys, (and one little dog). She is a former teacher now embracing her role as a stay at home mom. She finds joy singing and playing the piano, riding horses, and running. Through the changing seasons of life and family, it is her goal to practice contentment and gratitude every day. She is so thankful to God for grace, His unfailing love, and for the gift of motherhood. She loves being a mom so much, that she started this blog in hopes to share encouragement about life through God's Word and her reflections on raising children. She is passionate about learning and sharing Biblical truths that will enrich and refresh the hearts of mothers everywhere.

Why Motherhood Is Overwhelming Me

I have to confess, I am feeling completely overwhelmed these days by being a mom. For the last almost two months, I have been with my kids every waking moment. The main adult interaction I have is with my husband, meetings on zoom, or saying hello to neighbors we pass while out on walks and … Continue reading Why Motherhood Is Overwhelming Me →

A Very Good Day

“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,”‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭1:3‬ ‭ It was on a Friday that He died. His body had endured unimaginable pain and … Continue reading A Very Good Day →

Great is Thy Faithfulness

“Great is Thy faithfulness!” “Great is Thy faithfulness!”Morning by morning new mercies I see;All I have needed Thy hand hath provided—“Great is Thy faithfulness,” Lord, unto me! A few weeks ago, I was out on one of my morning runs and a I heard a song. It was a familiar hymn. This time when I … Continue reading Great is Thy Faithfulness →

When I am Afraid

“Mommy!” I heard the frantic scream coming from my sons’ bedroom. I jumped out of my bed and ran down the hall. My younger son was sleeping soundly in his bed. My five-year-old son was the one crying out for me. When I got to the room he said, “Mommy, I don’t know what that … Continue reading When I am Afraid →

What is Your “Mom Life” Verse?

I looked down at the verses I was reading. I sat there amazed. Then I read them again, and again. I was just finishing up the book of Paul’s first letter to the Thessalonians. I got to chapter 5, verses 16-18, words I have probably read a hundred times before. And all of the sudden, … Continue reading What is Your “Mom Life” Verse? →

Real Love Never Fails

The word “love” gets thrown around a lot in our culture. We use it all of the time. I love coffee. I love chocolate. I love pizza. I love to play sports. I love to watch a certain T.V. show. I love your outfit or your new haircut. My kids love their toys. I could … Continue reading Real Love Never Fails →

14 Verses to Love on Valentine’s Day and Every Day

There is nothing more beautiful, more rich, or more precious than the love of God. He writes us a love letter through His Word, and we can read it every day. He gives us the gift of knowing Him and allows us to love others as He has shown us through His example. We certainly … Continue reading 14 Verses to Love on Valentine’s Day and Every Day →