Empty nesting is a term that many mothers hear about, but few truly understand until they experience it themselves. The moment when your children leave home, whether it’s for college, a new job, or to start their own families, is a significant life change. It can feel like both an ending and a beginning, a chapter of motherhood closing while a new one opens.

Motherhood is a journey that often feels like a beautiful paradox: both overwhelming and awe-inspiring, exhausting and exhilarating. It’s a calling that stretches us beyond our limits yet fills us with a deep sense of joy. Amidst the daily routines and struggles, there is so much to rejoice in when we pause to reflect on the blessings we’ve been given. Motherhood isn’t just a duty — it’s a celebration of love, growth, and the beauty of being a mother.

It’s easy to get caught up in the rush of life, especially with young children. There are days when it feels like you’re juggling a million things at once—cooking, cleaning, working, managing appointments—and it can feel overwhelming. But when I take a moment to stop and breathe, I realize that there is so much beauty in the small, quiet moments that make up our daily routine.

As mothers, we often face challenges that seem impossible to overcome. There are sleepless nights, tantrums, moments of self-doubt, and times when our plans fall apart. But the beauty of motherhood lies in the fact that we don’t have to face these challenges alone. Isaiah 40:29 tells us, “He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.” In those moments when we feel inadequate, God’s strength becomes our strength.