Welcome to The Karis Journal
This is a space for reflection, discernment, and thoughtful exploration of what truly matters.
Here, I write about faith, meaning, and the quiet work of choosing well — in life, work, and the things we allow into our homes and hearts.
These entries aren’t meant to rush you or persuade you.
They’re here to help you pause, consider, and see more clearly — especially in a world full of noise and endless options.
Take what serves you.
Leave what doesn’t.
Discernment always comes first.
Some entries may reference resources that have been personally meaningful or useful, shared with care and intention.
Why Time-Blocking Doesn’t Work for SAHMs (And What Actually Does)
Time-blocking looks great on paper — until real life happens. If you’ve ever tried to schedule every hour of your stay-at-home mom day, only to end up frustrated and feeling “behind,” you’re not alone. Here’s why traditional time-blocking doesn’t work for moms — and the gentle, grace-filled approach that actually does.
You’re Not Lazy: Why Feeling Overwhelmed Doesn’t Mean You’re Failing as a Mom
Ever looked around your home — toys scattered, laundry piled up, dinner still undecided — and thought, “Why can’t I just get it together? Maybe I’m just lazy.”
I’ve been there too. But here’s the truth: you’re not lazy. Laziness is when you don’t care. Overwhelm is when you care deeply but are carrying more than you were ever meant to carry alone.
Motherhood is filled with invisible work that doesn’t show up in a clean kitchen or neatly folded laundry — remembering appointments, soothing tears, planning meals, holding your family together. That’s not failure. That’s real, holy work.
And the best part? God never asked us to do it all in our own strength. His grace is enough for today, even in your weakness.