Raw Experiences with Christina

01/12/2026

Thank you to a dear friend ❤️ my house smells wonderful!

01/11/2026

Back at it!

01/11/2026

Quick pick me up? Chocolate chips, one stick of butter, a block of cream cheese, a cup of powder sugar & a tablespoon of vanilla! ❤️

01/11/2026

My dear 9-year-old child (who's turning 10 this year), I reflected on another year of life and another beautiful year passing. This month marks six years since you've last seen your biological father. The list of milestones he's missed is extensive, but what's more remarkable is the incredible person you're becoming - beautiful, confident, brave, and intelligent. I told my now husband last night that it's unimaginable how someone could walk away without looking back, especially when considering the amazing person you're growing up to be. You're full of life, kindness, and a deep love for Jesus. It's crazy how much growth happens in just a couple of days with a child, let alone six years. I used to feel guilty for asking God to give us space from your biological father, but life took a dramatic turn, and he left without warning or reason. I often wonder about the questions you'll ask and the thoughts you might have about him. My prayer is that you'll find strength, not hurt, from the decisions he made. I pray that God forgives me for letting go and that he continues to protect you. I believe this journey has a purpose, and with faith, I know you'll thrive. Today, you have a stepdad who loves and cares for you deeply, who doesn't need to be asked to be a good daddy. He's mended the broken pieces and reassures me of his love for you, ensuring you'll never feel abandoned or fatherless. I've chosen to forgive and offer grace to your biological father because I know you're loved, cared for, and in good hands & my mama heart doesn’t have to worry because I know where you are & what you are doing at all times. We’ve been through a lot together baby, nothing will ever stop your light from shining no matter who is around & I will continue to protect you from all. God knows I’m doing my best to raise you to the best of my ability, but just know I will always be sorry he’s missing out on such a beautiful person.

01/11/2026

This devotion was bought today; we read the first 10 pages to catch up. Day 10: tough conversations and heavy praying. We both have been searching for a closer church home, ways to read together, pray together, and get our girls more involved. Our new year's resolutions aren't just 50 sit-ups a day, it's getting more in the word, serving others, and leading our children.

08/27/2025

A friend asked, "Why don’t you post on your page anymore?"
I replied, "I don’t know…too busy I guess?"

This page encouraged me to reach out, to tell stories of the ugly parts of life, that I do understand & where I found my faith.

To be honest, I have gotten too busy, wandered off, become distant, quit understanding, quit reading, quit praying as much, and got lazy. That’s why…the truth is ugly and I got lost again, too busy and wrapped up in so many other things.

Proverbs 3:5-6 says, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight". This verse encourages fully trusting God's guidance to keep you on the right path when you feel lost.

Lord, take me back to where I was going…💜

08/27/2025

BBQ Street Tacos 🌮

Chicken (Half a pack)
1 cup of BBQ sauce
1 packet of taco seasoning (add water like it says)
Onion Powder/ Garlic Powder
Mozzarella Cheese 🧀
Lettuce 🥬
Corn 🌽 for a twist!

08/27/2025

Chicken Alfredo ✨

Noddles
Alfredo sauce
Chicken (half a pack) 🐓
Broccoli 🥦
Italian Dressing for more flavor!

06/15/2025

Is there anything holding you back from following Jesus with your whole heart? He said if you just thought of something, automatically that is it, and that's what you need to let go of.

There was a monkey trap. The monkey didn't get hurt, wasn't going to get hurt, but think of it this way... the monkey raised his hand out through the cage to get some food with a fistful of food that he couldn't get back through. Think about if that was you, if you were so close, but something is holding you back. What's holding you back? What's stopping you from surrendering? Jesus doesn't want just a piece of your heart; He wants the whole thing. There is something we are all guilty of. Would you give up that one thing that was holding you back? One release to get to freedom.

03/18/2025