From Heartache to Hope
Our Journey from Infertility to Adoption
Katie and her husband, Bryan longed for a house full of children. But after several years of medical procedures, disappointing doctor’s appointments, and negative pregnancy tests, they realized babies were not going to come on their timetable. Eventually, God opened their hearts to build their family through adoption. Follow the Heid’s journey from the heartache of infertility to the beauty of adoption.
Hugs and Misses: A Biblical View of a Woman’s Self Esteem
Loving your kids? Piece of cake. Sympathizing with friends? You’ve got their back. But loving ourselves is more difficult. In its truest form, self esteem is a Biblical principle. The Bible calls us to “put on a new self,” but we can only do that by shunning deceptive practices that are contrary to the Word of God. Katie introduces you to a new view of yourself, so you can begin to see yourself as God does.
Overcoming PMS (Perfect Mother Syndrome)
It’s a curse all mothers face. It lasts 30 days and then repeats the cycle the next month. This condition is characterized by irritability, inferiority, and that “fat feeling.” Side effects include a house that’s not “clean enough,” kids that aren’t “involved enough,” and a mom that’s not “good enough” – at least in her eyes. What could induce this much torture? It’s PMS – Perfect Mother Syndrome! The good news is there is a cure.
Do Throw Stones: The Ripple Effect
All it takes is turning on the nightly news to see that the world is full of heartache and overwhelming needs. Is it too optimistic to think one person can change the world for the better? After all, what difference would it make? Thankfully, we are not asked to save the world. But small acts of kindness done with great love can change it. Katie walks you through practical steps to produce a ripple effect not just here, but throughout eternity as well.
Everyday Princess: How to Feel Like Royalty without being a Drama Queen
Most women love the feel of a sparkly tiara atop their heads and the fit of a beautiful formal gown. It’s a nice dream, but in reality most women spend their days in sweatpants and their hair pulled up into a baseball cap. Family, work, and other responsibilities can zap a lady’s energy, causing her to feel frumpy instead of foxy. Katie helps you find the balance between work and fun – and let you express your inner princess too.
“She’s a pain!” “He’s a jerk!”
Learning to Love (and like) Difficult People
Loving the unlovable is easier said than done. How do you deal with family members, friends, co-workers, church acquaintances, and others who make it challenging to live out Jesus’ command to “love your enemies?” Katie walks through Biblical principles to extend God’s love to the difficult people in your life even when it’s the last thing you want to do.