by Brenda L. Yoder | Nov 5, 2024 | Faith
I’ve worked in public schools for over three decades. These halls are tied to my soul. Though I don’t say Jesus’s name, this is where I see Him the most and serve Him with total capacity. I’ve worked as an educator at every level, from...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Oct 1, 2024 | Faith
In today’s world, grief has become an unwelcome companion for many. It’s not just about loss through death anymore; it’s a natural response to the significant changes and uncertainties we face daily. From societal shifts to disrupted routines,...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Aug 16, 2024 | Fledge
Dear Mama, This school year may be challenging for you. Your baby may be starting their senior year, or your house is just a little emptier because you just dropped one of your Bigs off at college. While you’re still running around with those younger ones, the...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Apr 28, 2024 | Fledge, Parenting
In April, our youngest of four children graduated from college. He was a brand-new dad, with a child born to his wife six weeks before. That graduation day, more so than his wedding day or the birth of his son, was a mile marker for me as a mom who started releasing...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Mar 17, 2024 | For Women
“Mom, why do you always want to move?” my son asked. His question surprised me. We had recently built a new home within the boundaries of the family farm. We weren’t moving anywhere. That was the problem. Ethan overheard comments I’d make driving through other...
