by Brenda L. Yoder | Oct 5, 2014 | Faith
Today I sit in quiet. I’ve needed it, not just space away from others, but moments away from social media, TV and noise of life. A book signing, preparations for a big event for teen girls & moms in Iowa, preparing for the Balance retreat, working 25 hours a...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Oct 2, 2014 | Parenting
There are days your children hurt you. I heard a new mom share her complete joy when her firstborn was laid on her chest. The universal moment a mom feels where hope, joy, and love comes together. New moms aren’t told how it feels when those feelings are invaded with...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Sep 29, 2014 | Life
This weekend was my first book signing. I am honored to be published in Chicken Soup For The Soul: Reboot Your Life. It was a great time. I made new friends with Glow Bookstore owner Denise Henke, saw old friends (including my elementary school principal!) and was...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Aug 25, 2014 | Parenting
Her brothers carried her boxes out to the car. She asked an honest question, “Is there anything else I need to know?’ Her dad joked and said, “Nope, you’ll do fine.” I looked into her eyes and I saw fear behind the questions. Though she went to a university...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Aug 23, 2014 | Parenting
The summer’s gone, another school year begins. As an educator and counselor, my life revolves around summer vacations and the school calendar. And this summer was the weirdest ever. I’ll be honest. I’ve been extra irritable. I even “lost it”a few times. “Losing...
