Growing up I was NEVER a good test taker. I was the type of student that would study and study but still somehow make a “C” on all my tests (especially math). My brother on the other hand would review 30 minutes before a test and ace it. I remember crying to my mom and dad all the time about it. I always felt like I was stupid or just honestly didn’t measure up.
I’ll never forget what my parents told me.
“Brooklyn, as long as you know you tried your best and gave 110%, then that’s all you could do. That’s enough”.
I never knew that those words would be so applicable even now at 25, AND even more so now as I became a wife and mother.
To be completely honest I wasn’t even sure I wanted to start a blog. I have always enjoyed writing and after what I went through with my son and husband, I figured it could be a platform to reach others in similar situations. I never wanted anyone to think I created a blog because I thought I was “something”. But now, honestly, my heart is to tell stories to help you realize that I am nothing, rather I am nothing without Christ. I struggle, I have fears, I have insecurities. Sometimes I feel like I’m failing as a wife and mom (or as a woman in general).
It doesn’t help when all we are surrounded with is the highlight reels of others. I can’t help but look at other women and feel like I’m missing something or I don’t measure up.
I see moms who have potty trained their kids at 15 months old and I haven’t trained mine. I see women who are working three jobs and providing a lot of money for their families. I see women who are 10lbs lighter than I am and fit in a smaller size and I can’t help but think I would look prettier if I looked like that.
BUT then I remember those words my parents told me: if you’re giving it your all, you are enough.
I would like to counteract that with something greater. When you give your all to Christ, HE will always be enough.
When I have those moments of struggle and insecurity, it is not “self love” that makes me feel better, it is to truly know and understand the love of Christ. When I see myself through His eyes, that is when my fears and doubts leave.
That is my goal in writing this blog. To remind you that you are ENOUGH, regardless of your pant size, salary, degree or amount of likes. Be the best you, CHRIST created you to be.
I hope that every time you read my blog, your eyes are less on me and more on HIM.
With love,
B
With Love 
Well said brook is bear! Love you so much and am so proud of you for sharing your heart!
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Thanks brother. haha love you
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I’m lying here crying like a blubbering idiot and I dont even know how I found you, clicking my way through Facebook somehow… I am so thankful! … it’s been a rough day already and I’m in tears. Two weeks ago, my little lady passed away, I am a private caregiver and I’ve been so emotional and torn and just lost! I’ve only read enough to watch a bit about how your sweet baby boy and husband come into your life, BUT what I see most and what I need today is God. Thank you for writing this. Thank you for being you. Thank you for giving God the platform to reach into my heart this morning to help me to cry and mourn and think and feel again. I have to drag my bones out of bed and let Him direct me to my next position. My next family and client, I need a job and direction and I need to Trust that God is in control and I need to be still. And maybe, I dont need any of those things but I do need to Trust in Him and give God time to work with me and show me what my purpose is. Today, I will fight hard and battle my way out of depression long enough to shower and find proper clothes to leave my house. After that, “God, I’m all Yours. Show me what I’m to do and lead me in your will. Please, in Jesus’s sweet name I pray. Amen.”
Brooklyn, please know that you are reaching people in Gods time. I am only one. Today, like many days, I needed to read your words and feel myself have another come apart so I can reach deep and pray for God to walk with me. Long story behind me and my situation, but still, I’m trusting God with all that I am! May God always bless you and your loves. Thank you… for more than I can give words to or adequately express right now.
💗💗💗
~Wanda
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Wanda!
Thank you so much for your words. I’m so glad you “stumbled” across my account, God always works in mysterious ways. I am so sorry for your loss and the pain you are going through. But you are right! God is enough in every season even when sometimes it doesn’t feel that way. I will be praying for you and if you ever need anyone please feel free to reach out. Thank you for your words and encouragement, that is truly my main goal to reach others and encourage and give hope.
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