Hi friend! I’m Heather, and I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a homemaker and homeschool mom living in small-town Virginia with my husband, Garrett, our two girls, Hadley and Gemma, and our three dogs. Life around here is full of love, noise, learning, and grace upon grace.
I’ve wanted to start this blog for a long time. Honestly, I kept waiting for the “perfect” time, but I finally realized that perfect doesn’t exist, and that’s kind of the point. So here I am, writing in between laundry loads and math lessons, just doing the thing God’s been nudging me to do.
Writing has always been a passion of mine and, if I’m being honest, a bit of therapy too. It helps me process, pray, and praise in the middle of the chaos. My hope is to share a little bit of our chaos to remind you that life isn’t perfect, but God is always good right in the middle of it.
This blog is called Grace, Grit, and Girls because those three words tell the story of my life right now.
Grace
Grace is the heartbeat of my home. It’s what keeps me going when the house feels like a mess and I’m not sure if anyone actually learned anything that day. God’s grace reminds me that I don’t have to have it all together to be doing good work.
Titus 2:11-12 says, “For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives.” That verse helps me remember that grace isn’t permission to quit – it’s the power to keep growing.
Grit
This is where the hard work comes in. Grit is that determination to keep showing up even when things don’t go as planned. Homeschooling isn’t always picture-perfect. Some days are full of laughter and “aha” moments, and other days… well, we’re all in tears by lunchtime.
But grit is what keeps me pressing forward, because I believe this work matters. Philippians 4:13 says, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” It’s not about being strong on my own. It’s about leaning on His strength when mine runs out.
Girls
And then there are my girls. Hadley and Gemma are my heart walking around outside my body. They’re curious, creative, sometimes sassy, and always teaching me something new about God’s love and patience.
My biggest hope for them is that they grow into women who love Jesus, love others, and know that their worth isn’t found in what they do, but in who they belong to.
Why I Homeschool
People sometimes ask why I continue to homeschool, and honestly, it all comes back to faith and family. I love that we can read God’s Word openly and freely. I love that my corrections can be grace-filled. And I love that I can grow my girls’ relationships not only with me but with each other.
Homeschooling gives me a chance to disciple my girls and make learning a natural part of life. It’s not about having the perfect plan or checking every box. It’s about creating a home where grace and growth go hand in hand.
Sure, there are days I wonder if I’m doing enough. But then I see my girls growing, not just in knowledge, but in character, and I know this is where God wants us.
My Hope for This Blog
My hope is that Grace, Grit, and Girls becomes a cozy little space for moms who love Jesus but also get tired, overwhelmed, and sometimes feel like they’re just holding it together with coffee and prayer. You’re not alone here.
You’ll find faith reflections, homeschooling encouragement, practical homemaking tips, and probably a few funny stories from real life because sometimes the only thing to do when your kid spills their chocolate milk on the math book is laugh and move on.
I’m not writing from a place of having it all figured out. I’m writing from the middle of it; learning, growing, and trusting God as I go.
Let’s Do This Together
So grab your coffee (or Diet Coke, if you’re like me) and make yourself at home. My prayer is that when you read these posts, you’ll walk away feeling a little lighter, a little more encouraged, and a lot more aware of God’s grace in your everyday moments.
Welcome to Grace, Grit, and Girls. Let’s grow in grace together — one imperfect, beautiful day at a time.
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