When Good Things Come to an End
Some blog posts are easy to write. This isn’t one of them. When I started Jade’s Random Thought’s, I wasn’t […]
When Life Changes Overnight
Life has a way of changing when we least expect it. In this heartfelt reflection, discover how God’s grace can carry us through uncertain seasons and remind us that even when our plans change, His faithfulness never does.
Still Waiting for a Foster Care Placement: Why I’m Changing My Updates
I recently learned that because of where I live, waiting for a foster care placement could take a year or even longer. Sooo… instead of posting the same “still waiting” update every other week, I’m changing how I share this part of my foster care journey.
The Little Things That Make Me Feel Rich
What if feeling rich had nothing to do with money? From a clean house and paid bills to growing dreams and simple moments, here’s why I’ve learned that true wealth often comes from the little things we take for granted.
Why the Little Things Make Me Happier as I Get Older
Psychologist Robert Emmons, one of the world’s leading researchers on gratitude, has found that appreciating everyday moments can improve overall well-being and life satisfaction. It reminds us that happiness isn’t always found in life’s biggest milestones. Sometimes it’s hidden in the small victories we almost overlook.
What Nobody Tells You About Waiting in Foster Care
What is waiting in foster care really like? Follow my honest experience as I share the emotions, challenges, and hope that come with waiting in foster care.
I Never Expected COVID to Change My Health Journey
How I Somehow Became the “Witch Doctor” 😅 My mom and coworkers call me “the witch doctor.” No, I don’t
Why I Decided to Start a Small Business While Working Full-Time (Am I Crazy?)
With a full-time job, foster care, college expenses, and a never-ending to-do list, starting a business probably wasn’t the obvious next step. Yet here I am. Join me as I share the story behind Blossoming Bins, the fears, excitement, and lessons that come with chasing a new dream while life is already busy.
What Nobody Tells You About Becoming Active in Foster Care
What nobody tells you about becoming active in foster care is how emotional the waiting season can feel. After months of paperwork, training, home studies, and inspections, becoming officially active foster parents should feel exciting — but for many families, it also brings uncertainty, hope, anxiety, and a whole new kind of waiting.
Five Years Ago, I Never Thought My Life Would Look Like This
Five years ago, I was hoping for a better life, a better job, and a brighter future for my kids. Looking back now, I’m realizing just how much can change in five years. This is a personal reflection on unexpected opportunities, dreams that became reality, and the journey that brought me here.