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What GRADUATE SCHOOL is like as a mother of four young children

February 25, 2022 · 2 Comments
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I’m nearing the end of my fourth class at Moody Theological Seminary. If you’re wondering what graduate school is like as a mother of four children, let me start with this: everything that was “in place” on day 1 of class is no longer in place for day 210 of class. (She roars with laughter.)… [Read More]

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How is your January going?

January 21, 2022 · 1 Comment
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We have had a good week, and I’m thankful. How has your week been? Or rather, your month of January? January started off on a heavy note with sickness. Chills, the rawest sore-throat, and a hammering headache. Slowly (and thankfully), the germs left and we are back together, back as a family unit, back trying… [Read More]

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The books I read in 2021, plus a reading tip for mothers

January 10, 2022 · 9 Comments
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HI! HAPPY NEW YEAR… ten days later ;) I’m chuckling as I type this post. Last year was busier than I had anticipated, and in many ways, it was much better than I could have wished it to be. There were two big changes for our family: Zack accomplished his first year in business (he… [Read More]

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In the evening.

November 9, 2021 · 9 Comments
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It’s late, and I’ve just crawled into bed, thrilled to be between the soft flannel sheets. The cool of the night surrounds me, but I can feel the warmth coming. It builds like mid-day in the summer, when the backyard is quiet and the heat of the sun rests like a lightweight blanket. Calm, warm,… [Read More]

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How do you handle change as a mother?

October 11, 2021 · 4 Comments
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The last year has really caused me to stop and think about change. How do I adjust to change? How do other women adjust to it? Am I open to accepting change? What changes have been the hardest to accept; the easiest? Here’s how I handle change: History proves Zack and I are very open… [Read More]

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Life around here!

August 24, 2021 · 6 Comments
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Good afternoon! As I write to you I’m seated at a large table inside a library, and I’m happy to be spending time in this building once again. I really enjoy being surrounded by so many books and patrons interested in learning and growth. Zack and I are re-watching Downton Abbey, and in one recent… [Read More]

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Spiritual Mothering & Mentorship (video)

August 10, 2021 · 6 Comments
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Hello! I’m happy to be able to share with you a video of a talk I gave in May on Spiritual Mothering & Mentorship. This topic hits right to my heart and walk with Jesus! I love, LOVE these particular topics. And if I’m privileged to know you in real life, you know I thrive… [Read More]

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Breath prayers.

June 8, 2021 · 5 Comments
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Today feels like a great day to share with you some “breath prayer” art made by my real-life friend, Lisa! Her shop, My Little Buffalo, features beautiful and perfectly simplistic illustrations (family portraits & wall art). I was first introduced to the concept of a breath prayer through the writings of the late Shelly Miller…. [Read More]

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The battle, the war, and the sign in the shadow.

May 5, 2021 · 10 Comments
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You may remember me sharing that last summer, Zack and I began waking up at 4:30 in the morning to read scripture, worship, and pray. It was such an enriching time for us, especially as we were navigating his job loss in March and we suddenly found ourselves with an abundance of time at home…. [Read More]

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One of my favorite songs

April 30, 2021 · 1 Comment
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Last summer, Zack and I began waking up at 4:30 am to worship, read scripture, and pray. This song quickly became one of my favorite songs. As the months passed, I had stored even more of God’s wisdom in my heart, and as I listened to the words sang in the song, it was a… [Read More]

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ABOUT MAGGIE WHITLEY DESIGNS:
Maggie Whitley weaves her writings around joy in motherhood, homemaking, faith, and simple living. She homeschools her children, enjoys a quiet room while reading, and roars with laughter over the challenges & delights of motherhood. Maggie and her husband, along with their four young children, live in northern Michigan. She has been writing online since 2008.
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