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That Mom Blog
Some of the best and the worst moments of Crystal's life can be found in her faith in Jesus Christ, her life as a wife and homemaker, and her journey of being a mother. That Mom Blog is set to give encouragement to those in need and remind you of the beauty found in the bitter and the sweet moments of life. Crystal shares blogs that cover a wide variety of topics, you can view her blog by clicking on one of the categories below.
Prayer Resources for Motherhood
Hi friend! It has been a little bit since I've blogged and I'm so sorry about that! Let's see if I can catch you up on what's been going...
Crystal Anderson
Apr 7, 20243 min read
In Love He Came
Lights With the Christmas Tree up and soft, white, twinkling lights hanging in doorways and windows throughout my home, I just love the...
Crystal Anderson
Dec 16, 20224 min read
In the Thick of Infertility
I’m so sorry for the delay in writing, but we finally found a house and I’ve been busy moving and settling in. We are so thankful for our...
Crystal Anderson
Oct 2, 20222 min read
Mac and Cheese Please!
In Honor of Mother’s Day A little late as Covid struck me again Kraft Mac and Cheese. Pretty much every kids favorite, right? This was...
Crystal Anderson
May 11, 20224 min read
Joy Restored
Joy Restored New name! Why the change? Read on to see how it came to be. My Boys I have two sons. A New Name To Honor Rudy But how do I...
Crystal Anderson
Mar 6, 20222 min read
Tell Your Heart to Beat Again
I’ve had a lot going on the past 6 months with big changes and…well…I just stopped writing. It seemed easier to go through the motions of...
Crystal Anderson
Feb 14, 20224 min read
Keep Fighting for Joy
Today as I woke, I was instantly reminded of what this day holds…sadness, grief, unbearable pain at the 2-year mark of Rudy’s passing. I...
Crystal Anderson
Mar 11, 20213 min read
HOPE
Fact or Opinion I have been thinking long and hard about my next blog post. We hear so many voices give their opinion on what is...
Crystal Anderson
Jun 23, 20207 min read
Photos Galore
Mickey Boy The other day my husband mentioned that our iCloud was full. I was like, “I’m sure its not me. I don’t have that much on...
Crystal Anderson
May 5, 20203 min read
Keeping in Touch While Social Distancing
Marco...Polo Have you heard of an app called Marco Polo? I have had so much fun staying in touch with friends and family through this app...
Crystal Anderson
Mar 29, 20203 min read
Jesus only Jesus
Remembering As I try hard to remember, I’ve been reading my last years journal entries from March, his last text messages to me, etc. to...
Crystal Anderson
Mar 5, 20205 min read
Twins
Celebrations galore! That is what January brought to our family. So many birthdays….4 to be exact….January 4, 6, 19, and 31st. Two...
Crystal Anderson
Feb 5, 20204 min read
New Year New Name
Hi all! It’s been a while since I have written, so I’m glad to be back and reconnect with everyone. I have a question for you. Does...
Crystal Anderson
Jan 20, 20205 min read
Christmas 2019
As the holiday's approach, I am bracing for a new set of emotions to set in. I have often heard that the holidays are one of the saddest...
Crystal Anderson
Dec 8, 20194 min read
Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! What a beautiful day to enjoy family and friends as we feast and fellowship with those we love. I wrote a...
Crystal Anderson
Nov 28, 20192 min read
Deep Sorrow
The deep sorrow of losing a child can overwhelm and grip the heart so that breathing becomes shallow and one feels life being sucked out....
Crystal Anderson
Nov 24, 20194 min read
Choosing Joy
I shared previously in my "Hard Places" series about my daughter, Alyssa, and her struggle with infertility. She recently posted on...
Crystal Anderson
Nov 9, 20193 min read
The Hard Places Part III
It’s not about me. Please remember that as you read this post. I don’t want you to feel sorry for me...I don’t want you to think of me as...
Crystal Anderson
Oct 19, 20196 min read
The Hard Places Part II
Have you ever had an event in your life that traumatized you? It being such an impactful event that altered your life from that moment...
Crystal Anderson
Oct 8, 20196 min read
The Hard Places Part 1
It’s taking me a little longer to write this next post. There is so much in my thoughts and on my heart. So I’ve narrowed it down to...
Crystal Anderson
Sep 26, 20193 min read
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