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Oh my goodness Joy. This broke me all the way open, too. Love the words, love the structure, love the grace you poured right back.

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Thank you so much! I’m glad it resonated so deeply with you. It scared me a little to share it because it felt so raw, but I also believe in honesty about our brokenness. That’s where true connection happens. Thank you for sharing this encouragement!

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You are a wonderful mom and no matter how hard we try, mistakes do happen. Beautifully written ❤️

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Thank you!

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Just another day in Paradise!

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Mistakes, failures: Humbling reminders of God’s grace for me and my need for Him. Thank you for sharing this beautiful picture.

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Thanks for reading it! I'm so glad it connected with you!

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You are so amazing. This is so beautifully written

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Aw, thanks so much for this encouragement. I definitely don't feel amazing. Thanks for reading it too!

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Amazing! I absolutely love how you end it. I can definitely relate. Thank you for sharing!

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Thanks so much! I am SO glad it connected with you. That's the best part of writing!

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I felt this so hard! You really hit the nail on the head with this one, in the absolute best way 💗

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Thanks so much! I'm so glad I'm not the only one who goes through this!

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Oh Joy! I love this. My kids get out of school 90 minutes early every Thursday and I have forgotten to pick them up 3-4 times. The office calls and I have to do the pick up of shame and I am so familiar with these spiraling thoughts. Every time, my kids act like it’s no big deal. I am tripping over apologies and they’re like, “it’s okay mom! They gave us a lollipop!” 😂

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They forgive so easily, don't they?! So much to learn from that! I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the encouraging note!

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