Dark Sprinkles & Rainbows

09/15/2026

Good Morning, Squad! It's Tuesday and it's going to be a great day. ☀️✨

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed in the morning, maybe this story will offer you a different way to begin your day.

My mom had a word that she repeated thousands of times in her life: overwhelming. She loved the word and used it regularly. Overwhelming is an adjective that means something is very great, intense, or powerful to the point that it is hard to deal with or resist. Describing an amount that is much larger than anything else. A physical force that is too strong to fight. Your brain struggles to process information, make decisions, or concentrate. Your body reacts with a racing heart, shallow breathing, muscle tension, or fatigue. Simple daily tasks feel impossible, causing you to freeze or avoid what needs to be done.

What Causes It:

Too many demands: juggling a heavy workload, strict deadlines, or endless responsibilities.

Life changes: going through a major transition, financial strain, or grief.

Intense emotions: feeling deep sadness, extreme joy, or powerful anger that floods your system.

It completely overpowers your mind, emotions, or physical capacity. When most of us say the word overwhelming, we use it to describe times when we are burdened by the too-much-ness of life. I’ve felt that kind of overwhelm in times of great stress and weariness. You too? If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed in the morning—before your feet even hit the floor—you’re not alone.

But Mom tended to use that word for the best things in life—the most beautiful, most rapturous things. She’d use it to describe a perfect steak, a fun time with family, or a beautiful sunset. Even something as simple as a Lavish Wrap with spinach, artichoke hearts, and chicken, lol, would receive the honor of being “overwhelming,” due to Dad’s apparent belief in its culinary genius.

“It’s overwhelming!” she would say.

Modern usage of the word leans heavily toward the negative: being overwhelmed by how hard life can be. That kind of overwhelm often shows up before our feet even hit the floor in the morning. Our minds start racing when we think about everything we have to do today, everything we didn’t finish yesterday, and everything that could go wrong tomorrow.

I’ve felt it too. But what if I told you that it’s possible to be overwhelmed… in a good way?

A Different Kind of Overwhelm

When you dwell on the “good overwhelm” that God places in your life, it changes things. My Dad did this too, along with Mom. He practiced “good overwhelm” his whole earthly life, even when he was at the very end of it.

One afternoon, six days before he passed away, I sat beside Dad on his bed. He was staring off into a corner of the room. Then a small ribbon of words spilled out … words he had said a thousand times before:

“It’s overwhelming.”

I asked him, “Dad, is it overwhelming in a good way, or in a bad way?” He had every reason to say overwhelming in a bad way. (Life on hospice is no picnic.) But he responded, simply:

“Overwhelming in a good way.”

Right then, his trademark smile spread all the way up into his eyes, creasing them at the edges. It was as if the sun could rise and set on his countenance. I don’t know what Dad saw in that moment. But in my way of thinking, my heavenly Father was giving my earthly father a little taste of heaven. A little sense of what was to come. A little reminder that when life on Earth feels overwhelming in a bad way, God is still overwhelmingly loving, overwhelmingly kind, overwhelmingly holy, and overwhelmingly present—in the best way possible.

Are you feeling overwhelmed this morning? You can pray this right where you are, or come back to it tomorrow morning before your feet hit the floor.

A Liturgy for Being Overwhelmed (in a Good Way) at the Start of Day

Lord of peace,

I come to you with a mind that often feels overwhelmed in a bad way,

a heart that feels unsteady,

and a spirit seeking stillness in the morning.

Today, I choose to release to you the following:

my anxiety when the day ahead looks overwhelming—but not in a good way,

the need to control the hours ahead,

and my tendency to leap into tomorrow’s challenges and replay yesterday’s mistakes.

Lord, let me pause to count the ways I am safe today:

my body breathes,

my heart beats,

my mind finds its way to you.

I am sheltered, seen, and held by your love.

Remind me to be grateful for these precious gifts.

Today, I will not let worry steal the gift of this morning.

Instead, I will anchor myself in this truth:

You are here right now, and you alone hold my future.

Each morning is an opportunity for “good overwhelm” to flush out the “bad overwhelm.”

Overwhelm me, O Lord, with your faithfulness, your goodness, and your nearness.

Overwhelm me, God, in the best way possible.

Amen.

5 Ways To Cope When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed

Bring your worries to God in prayer: Philippians 4:6-7 tells you not to be anxious. Instead, present your requests to God with thanksgiving, and He will give you a peace that passes understanding.

Come to Him for rest: In Matthew 11:28, Jesus invites everyone who is weary and burdened to come to Him so He can give them rest.

Cast your anxiety on Him: 1 Peter 5:7 reminds you to give all your worries to God because He deeply cares for you.

Cry out for refuge: Psalm 61:2 shows that when your heart is overwhelmed, you can cry out to God to lead you to a safe, higher rock of refuge.

Wait on His strength: Isaiah 40:31 promises that those who put their hope in the Lord will renew their strength and rise above their struggles.

Calming Morning Inspiration:

Take a long, deep breath right now. Let your shoulders drop. Unclench your jaw and let the noise of the world fade into the background. You do not have to carry the weight of the entire day all at once; God only asks you to walk through this exact moment with Him.

When the world tries to flood your spirit with bad overwhelm, intentionally shift your eyes to the good overwhelm—the air in your lungs, the grace that met you when you woke up, and the unfailing love of a Father who holds your tomorrow. Let His calm quiet your mind, let His strength steady your heart, and step into today knowing you are fully covered.

Be Active and Be Kind. Take it one steady step at a time, Squad. Have a peaceful, beautiful, and overwhelmingly blessed day! 🙌💖✨

09/14/2026

Morning Message: Give It 24 Hours & Watch What God Can Do 🌅💖

Whatever you’re facing now, give it 24 hours first.

What we all need is simple: to take a little time. But what we so often do instead is spend that precious time fearing what’s next.

“What a difference a day makes.” That’s the real-life truth I’ve been living over these last two and a half weeks since we first took Mom to the emergency room.

Let me confess something to you: during these hard and painful weeks, we’ve invested countless, unnecessary hours on worrying, on what-ifs, and on worst-case scenarios.

What if this raging infection spreads farther?

What if Mom’s kidneys fail?

What if the surgeon missed something?

What if I’m not being a good enough Mom and wife while I’m at the hospital being a daughter?

What if I’m not being a good enough daughter while I’m at home being a Mom and wife?

What if Mom won’t walk again?

We hear it all the time: living in hypothetical "what-if" scenarios is the ultimate thief of joy. Worry is a noose of what-ifs wrapped around the neck of peace. That mental health cycle of worst-case scenarios focuses on things we simply cannot control. But what happens when we flip the perspective and ask: "What if it all works out?"

Because here is what I am learning: one day can make all the difference.

For Mom, the breakthroughs almost always happen quietly, overnight, slowly—one IV bag at a time, one blood test at a time, one literal step at a time. Last week, Mom took 12 steps. Yesterday, at the rehab hospital, she took 120! One step at a time.

Maybe that’s why I keep clinging to the promise in Psalm 30:5:

“Weeping may last through the night, but joy comes with the morning.”

In the last few days, I have felt God rummaging around in my heart, revealing something about myself: I’ve always been a woman in a hurry. I want what I want, when I want it. And if results don’t come immediately, I fear the worst.

Where do these words find you today? What worries you? Perhaps my words feel hollow because of the enormity of whatever you’re facing right now. Believe me, I know. Sometimes, after a 24-hour wait, the news we receive is even harder than we imagined. But may I gently invite you to learn from my mistakes?

Before you assume the worst, wait. Give it at least 24 hours before you decide. Even if all you did today was breathe, that is enough. I don’t want to suggest that everything will always turn out the way we want it to, but we humans tend to invest hours worrying—hours we can’t get back, hours that bring us nowhere but to a place of unnecessary anguish.

What a difference a day makes!

What relationship looks broken for you today? Give it a day.

What person do you want to give a piece of your mind to? Pray first, and then give it 24 hours before you speak.

What opportunity now seems all but lost? Check back tomorrow.

What hurdle stands before you? In time, friend. You can do this.

What door was slammed shut on you as you stood in the hallway? Return to the same spot tomorrow, and find that another door has opened.

You are the one who possesses the keys to your being. You carry the passport to your own happiness. Keep your eyes open! For when you think you’re headed to the site of a grave, you might be just one day away from a miracle.

May joy rise up, dear heart, and may it greet you in the morning.

Morning Inspiration:

As the sun comes up today, take a deep breath and lay those heavy "what-ifs" right at the feet of the Lord. You don't have to solve every problem before noon, and you don't have to carry the weight of tomorrow into this present moment. God is already in your tomorrow, clearing the path and working out the details you can't see yet.

Give yourself grace today. Give the people around you grace today. Trust that the same God who guided those 120 steps is guiding your steps, too. Stand still, breathe deep, and let His peace wash over your heart.

Be Active and Be Kind. Have a blessed, quiet-minded morning, Squad! Miracle morning joy is on its way! 🙌✨🔥

09/13/2026

Afternoon Sermon: Put God First and See What Happens Next 🙏✨PLEASE READ

I typed these words into my calendar for every day of the year to remind me every day at 6 a.m.:

“Put God first and see what happens next.”

I have it on repeat throughout the day, just in case I slip and forget who my Father is. Life is already hard and complicated enough, and then I tend to overcomplicate it. My selfish desires can put me miles from where God wants me to be. I can wrongly assume I know how best to manage my time, relationships, and responsibilities. I’m a master at running ahead of God and then dealing with the fallout later on.

It’s the American way—value individualism, do whatever you set your mind to. We’ve become so scarily self-sufficient. We believe in God, but we don’t actually rely on Him. We manage our lives instead of living them. We pray, “Give us this day our daily bread,” but if we run out of bread, we go to the store and buy 3 loaves—buy in bulk what we don’t really need anyway. We’re a society of problem solvers and outcome managers.

God seemed to be asking me this morning: “So. How’s that working out for you?”

And I came back with: I'm with You. Do You hear me?

I’m preaching to myself today, and maybe you needed to hear it too. Maybe you overcomplicate, overthink, overanalyze, and overdo. And it leaves you feeling overwhelmed.

“Put God first” is the mantra of the overcomer. It’s the answer to your overwhelm. Yes, it sounds so simple, but maybe in this complicated world, we need a simple equation that puts everything else in order. We can’t become what we need to be by remaining what we are. When we’re growing up, there are all sorts of people telling us what to do, when really what we need is space to work out who to be.

Let’s do it today. Imagine a world where every boss, every politician, every parent, every human put God above all else. Imagine the humility, kindness, generosity, and sensibility that would emerge. Imagine what it would look like to make God first in everything.

God wants to be first, and He deserves it. So let’s do it.

Let’s put God first on the calendar.

First in our decision-making.

First in our marriages.

First in our parenting.

First in our reactions.

First in our hearts and minds.

And then, let’s see what happens next.

“In everything you do, put God first, and he will direct you.” — Proverbs 3:6 (TLB)

Do the best you can until you know better. Then, when you know better, do better. We can’t become what we need to be by remaining what we are.

Added Inspiration:

When we finally take our hands off the wheel and surrender control to the One who created the universe, the heavy lifting isn't on our shoulders anymore. Putting God first doesn't mean life suddenly becomes effortless, but it means you'll never have to walk through the valley alone or figure out the map on your own.

When you align your steps with His will, your path clears, your purpose gets sharp, and the peace that surpasses all understanding settles over your spirit. Stop trying to engineer the outcome and just surrender the process. Step back, let God lead, and watch how He moves mountains you were trying to climb by yourself.

Be Active and Be Kind. Stand up, keep believing, and let's see what God does next! Amen! 🙌💖

09/13/2026

Good Morning Squad, Let's have a great day! ☀️💖Please Read

“God is within her; she will not fall; God will help her at break of day.”

Isn’t that a wonderful promise? I realize that the “her” in this verse actually refers to Jerusalem. But what could change for us if we believed that God cares about His daughters every morning in the same way He cares about His cities? I’m convinced that He does.

This verse is for the one whose morning feels heavy. For the mom holding the pieces together. For the woman in waiting. God is within you. You will not fall. Help is already on the way. Let this be one of the morning blessings from God you hold onto.

“Sometimes good things fall apart so better things could fall together.”

“Incredible change happens in your life when you decide to take control of what you have power over instead of craving control over what you don’t.”

“Stay afraid, but do it anyway. What’s important is the action. You don’t have to wait to be confident. Just do it, and eventually the confidence will follow.”

We are strong.

Here is your daily reminder from me:

No matter what you are facing today, remember that you don't have to see the whole staircase to take the first step. You are equipped, you are resilient, and you were built to handle the very things trying to weigh you down. Stop doubting what God has already placed inside you! Step into today knowing that your hustle has purpose, your patience will pay off, and your victory is already written.

Put your head up, lace up your boots, and walk into this day like the overcomer you are. Be Active and Be Kind.

Let’s do this! 💪🔥🙌

09/12/2026

Good morning,Squad! ☀️🙏Please Read

There is something truly sacred about the morning, and that’s why—before the noise, before the notifications, before responsibilities rush in—we all need a moment to receive morning blessings from God, pause, and breathe. A moment to set our hearts on what matters most.

These morning moments are such a gift to my heart. Yours, too?

For me, a morning pause is a reset button and a daily invitation to lean into God’s Word, realign my heart, and remember what’s true and beautiful in this precious life I’ve been given. Here’s what I’ve learned: when I wake up with worry, I need morning blessings from God. When I am tempted to rush into my to-do list, I DEFINITELY need morning blessings from God.

"The Sovereign Lord has given me a well-instructed tongue, to know the word that sustains the weary. He wakens me morning by morning, wakens my ear to listen like one being instructed."

Morning is our invitation to listen. God speaks through Scripture, silence, and soft nudges. When we listen, we live more gently, more in alignment, and more at peace. These quiet nudges are morning blessings from God. Remember: "There was never a night or a problem that could defeat sunrise or hope."

Your morning mood quietly designs your entire day. It may be hard, but stay positive. Ask God for patience and positivity. You got this. "Wake up with hope in your heart and light in your soul."

The best spiritual good morning quote is: "Morning is God’s way of whispering one more time: Make a difference, touch a heart, encourage a mind, inspire a soul, enjoy the day."

Remember that you are strong, you are capable, and you have everything you need inside you to face today.

Here is my extra encouragement for you today:

Every single sunrise is proof that God isn't done with your story yet. Whatever weight you carried into yesterday, drop it at the feet of the Lord this morning. He is giving you fresh grace, new strength, and purpose for today's path. Walk with your head held high, knowing that His promise of restoration is working behind the scenes. Keep your faith steady, keep moving forward, and trust that your step of obedience today is unlocking a blessing for tomorrow.

Thank you for reading, and please share this message. Someone out there is waiting for a sign—let's be that sign. Let them know they are ok, they are loved, He is here with them, and they are truly blessed.

Be Active and Be Kind. Have a blessed and powerful day! ✨

09/11/2026

Hey Family! Morning/Midday Check-In! 💖✨

I wanted to jump on here and drop a quick update for everyone. First off—I owe two Care Bears, and trust me, I haven’t forgotten! If this new job lands like we're expecting, those Soul Boxes will be shipping out real soon, and we are going to get everything right back on track.

It’s been a minute since we did a real motivation drop, so here is your reminder today: No matter what storms you’re navigating right now, keep your head held high. Hard times don't last, but resilient people do. Every step forward—no matter how small—is progress. Keep pushing, keep believing, and keep showing up for yourself!

Thank you all for being here. Love y’all so much!

Be Active and Be Kind.
Stand Up & Fight. We WILL Prevail! 💪🔥🙌

09/09/2026

👋 HEY SQUAD... IT’S TIME FOR A REAL TALK & A NEW CHAPTER. ✨

I know it’s been a minute, and I know I’ve let the page slide a bit lately. To be completely honest with you all, life has been throwing some heavy punches behind the scenes.

Between working crazy 12-to-15-hour days on the road and trying to keep up with everything, life hit us with a major wakeup call. We recently found out that my husband has severe heart blockages—one artery at 90% and another completely 100% blocked. By the absolute grace of God, his heart created its own alternative routes to keep blood flowing, but it has completely changed our world overnight.

When something like that happens, your priorities shift instantly. Family comes first. Period.

Working myself to the bone for apps that don't care about us isn't working anymore. I am actively making a pivot, looking for new work opportunities, and taking back control of my time and my life so I can be where I am needed most: here for my family and here for myself.

I wanted to step on here today to be 100% real with you guys. I’m not giving up—I’m stepping up into a new chapter. I am refocusing my energy on what truly matters, building new income streams, and bringing this community back to life with real, honest, unfiltered energy.

Thank you to every single one of you who has stuck around, sent love, or checked in. It means more than you will ever know.

We are going to navigate this transition together.

Be Active and Be Kind. 🫶

Stand Up & Fight. 💪🔥

Let’s make this new chapter the best one yet. Drop some love in the comments below! 👇✨🖤🎀

08/28/2026