helping you find joy when your
perfectly laid out plans fail

Join me in finding joy in the never say never,
Unplanned, unexpected journey of life.

Meet Andrea

The Lord has placed the gift of writing in my heart. I serve him through story by bringing others closer to Him. I write to remind us of the joy that can be found in the unexpected.

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Finding a Church 

Finding a Church 

Have you ever taken a drive on a Sunday morning while every else is in church? Have you ever been without a home church? In a season where you are and your family are searching for a church?  It’s lonely. It’s frustrating. And I am here for you. It is so hard to be...

Dear Lonely Mom of Only

Dear Lonely Mom of Only

As a mom of an only child, I live in the land of Moms of Many. Our life can get lonely. Complicated. I often feel we are an anomaly. An oddity. When I meet with a new group of people or a new person, I often get asked, “How many kids do you have?” When I reply, “Just...

Dear Reader,

Dear Reader,

First, I want to thank all of my faithful followers of Kisses from Kansas. I want to introduce you to our new space. Welcome to your new home, Finding Joy in the Someplace Else. To my new readers, you are welcome here. Let’s start this journey together. Click here to...