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“Not a Cluster of Cells”: Mom Shares Raw Photos of Stillborn Delivered at 14 Weeks

“His tiny heart was beating within 16 days of conception, pumping his own blood. That is usually before anyone knows that they are pregnant."

The Crown Tattoo Meaning: Why Women Across America are Branded With a Crown

“It very much so is a psychological form of bondage.”

The Day I Overheard My Husband Talking to His Friends About My Stretch Marks

He had no idea she was listening just around the corner...

Brie Gowen

Brie Gowen is a 30-something (sliding ever closer to 40-something) wife and mother. When she’s not loving on her hubby, chasing after the toddler or playing princess with her four-year-old, she enjoys cooking, reading and writing down her thoughts to share with others. Brie is also a huge lover of Jesus. She finds immense joy in the peace a relationship with her Savior provides, and she might just tell you about it sometime. She’d love for you to check out her blog at BrieGowen.com.

Mom Is in Bed About to Doze Off—Then She Hears Dad Whisper This to Their 3 Daughters

"I was laying in bed, about to doze off, since I had to work in the morning, when suddenly I caught snippets of conversation coming from the living room. I strained to hear whispered voices through the closed, bedroom door..."

Why Worrying Is Good for Christians

Saying you’re letting go and letting God is one thing, but not worrying about it is another. So as I found myself unintentionally worrying the Lord spoke those words to me.

Mom Yells at 5-Yr-Old for Not Helping—Every Parent Needs to Read This Kid’s Response

“Why are you crying?” I asked in frustration. “Because I just wanted a little help?!” It was one of those Mommy Moments where I felt like I should be the one crying. But then she spoke through her veil of tears.

To the Friend With Mental Illness That I Judged

"You see, I have been that person you hate. I have been that friend who loves you, but silently watches you and wonders why you make it so hard. I’m that Christian you roll your eyes at..."

Are Some Problems Too Big?

"Ugh. The waiting. I hate the waiting. I know it brings growth. That’s what everyone says. But gosh, it’s awful. Can we all just agree it’s awful?"

Why I Decided to Become a Selfish Mother

"I was straight up drowning... I was short-tempered, emotional, and overcome by mom guilt because of my anger."

When You’re the Savior of Your Own Little World

"I say there’s nothing wrong with being knocked down a peg when you forget the humble are the ones who will inherent the earth."

You Wouldn’t Believe Who’s Watching Your Profile!

"I recently came across a Facebook post in a private group I’m a part of, and it really shook me..."