Sabrina Lynn Potter

Ever been so far down a rabbit hole you couldn't see the light? I have. Lately, I have had a words being tossed around like a raging sea. I hear them replay over and over. If someone else says the word it's like I hear it louder than any other word or like it's in bold print if you read it. Ever feel that way that you feel like your stuck and can't move forward? I have and I still do some days. But lately I hear, "Be Intentional." I'm not really that person to be Intentional. I intend to do many things. But lately I have needed to be Intentional with my walk with Christ, with my kids, with writing, with our bills. It's easy to get lost off the path when we are not Intentional about things. The definition of Intentional is deliberate, on purpose, conscious, pre-arranged, pre-determined and what makes that an interesting thing is that according to the Bible it teaches us in Proverbs 16:9, "that a man's hearts plans the way but the Lord directs the steps." This shows us that we can be Intentional with our plans but we need to step back and let God direct our steps. It starts with being intentional in our lives where we need to make a point to be organized. It's those days we need to drag ourselves out of bed. Those days where you feel like your rabbit hole is caving in, pray without ceasing, be Intentional about it. Sometimes I feel like I live in that rabbit hole. But I'm going to be Intentional to get out of it and you can too! I hope you have a blessed day and remember that definition deliberate, on purpose, pre-determined, pre-planned. Your life is not a mistake, you are not a mistake. You are loved, you are beautiful and you were Intentional. XOXO-yours truly

So many months, out of the last 10 months ,were ran on autopilot. Ever feel like your life is not being driven by you, but by the things outside of your control? That was mine. What I mean is I wasn't living; well I was in that moment that day. But the next day, I blocked out my last day, and I stayed in this holding pattern every time Kaiden was in the hospital. I couldn't think about yesterday and I definitely couldn't think about tomorrow. I lived in that second, that minute, that day, and nothing more. After living my life like that for so long, it broke a pattern that created worry, anxiety, and fear. If you can't think about tomorrow or next week, how can you worry? Not being able to worry pulled me closer to God. I knew that I had to trust him. By living in the moment I did trust him but did I really? Recently I went to Ignited Women's Conference 2023, in Dawsonville, GA. Before I got there God was already showing me I needed to give him my life back and re-dedicate it to His glory and Him. On Saturday night, I decided to get in the waters and re-dedicate my life.
It was there in that water where he met me. I had not fully trusted him nor relinquished my fears, not worry but fear. He showed me that even after I said I needed to to an entire congregation, I didn't. He showed me the darkest moment where nothing could be seen or heard just black. He showed me I was wrapped around this ball, one word, CONTROL and I would not let it go. I was fighting him for control of my life instead of letting him have my life back. I gave in and said he can have hit because that darkness was darker than dark. When I surrendered it to him, light began to fill my eyes and I could see the brightest light that was almost blinding THEN I was able to open my eyes. In the water that night I felt the Holy Spirit more than I have in YEARS. I felt God showing me that his love endures, his love is grace and mercy. In Luke11:33-36, Jesus talks about our body being the lamp in the darkness. Sometimes it's easy to let the oil burn out. And sometimes it's easy to let our body grow dark. It's easier to forget to shine bright than it is to grow dark. There is so much dark in our world that sometimes our light loses the oxygen it needs to breathe. Remember that oxygen comes from God. My prayer for you is that you would be able to find that light again if it's lost, and know he's still there waiting for you to come back.

People always say meet your kids where they are.

Well for some that's not always easy and connecting with teens can be hard.

Growing up babysitting I would play Mortal combat to stay awake until wee hours in the morning while parents had their nights out. I didn't like sleeping in other people's homes especially when I was responsible for their kids, even if they were in bed asleep.

Eventually I grew up and video games went away. Then I got pregnant with B and Kaiden begged for a new game "fortnite" I said no for months on end. I eventually gave in and in 6th grade Kaiden finally got Fortnite. At one point he would say he couldn't get off the game because he would lose his missions. I never believed him.

So one day he was at school and I was holding a sleeping little guy. So I picked up his controller and decided to learn how to play fortnite. I wanted to see and understand what he was playing.

There are plenty of bad things out there with video games but there are plenty of good things too. Fortnite has taught my kid how to follow directions to complete tasks at hand..it has taught my child how to be a team player, it has taught him how to communicate with a team and how to navigate directional information on the map. It has given him an outlet to escape pain from Crohns. Not only has it done all of that our relationship through video games gives us another level of connection.

Tonight was another example of why I'm glad I picked up his controller all those years ago. Tonight we played trios on fortnite and we battled all the way to the victory crown. It's not that we won a huge prize or got first place. It's that we shared quality time bonding over something he enjoys. Something he can do no matter the circumstances or the pain. Something we do together whether it be at home or in the hospital. It's something he will remember forever and something I hope he cherishes..Some people bond over sports teams, racing, musical instruments, art etc, I bond with him over video games, meeting him where he is in his space. So no matter what it is your teen is in to as long as it's good clean fun then try something new, try something in their world. I promise in the end you both will have a different look on your relationship. ❤️

Today is a day we celebrate in our house because we know what sacrifice feels like. We understand what it takes and everyone in the family makes a sacrifice when a loved one serves in the military.🪖 Veteran's day, is my husband's day of celebration, one he shares with my dad and many of our friend's and family, along with his brother.

It used to be a day of sadness and heart ache and a feeling of undeserving, to be honored that is. But these days he's content. I still wouldn't say he's where he needs to be yet. But we serve a God who has helped him move from that heavy weight to a place where he can just be, "somewhat free." We serve a God that knows Sacrifice all too well.

His story is best told by him. Today I want to share that with you guy's. A story about strength, brokenness, freedom, and about a man I'm blessed to call my husband. A man who picked up all those pieces and started to rebuild the puzzle again. A man that lost himself and one I didn't know anymore. I watched him change right before my eyes, I saw glimpses of the man I used to know come back to surfaces no more drowning in the vast ocean of waves of emotions and thoughts. I am so blessed to be able to experience his growth and watch him pick up the pieces from war everyday. This veterans day I celebrate him. I can only be thankful that God allows me to be on this journey with him.

To my husband, I love you more than words on this page could ever express. As much as you feel lost on those dark days, remember, "God's got bigger boxing gloves." Your quote, not mine. Happy Veteran's Day, you deserve it.

Click the link to hear him share his story.

The 17 Year Burden This video is about James Potter, an Iraq War Veteran. He was part of the initial invasion into Iraq in March of 2003. This is his story. In watching his sto...

It's been a while since I wrote I kind of let life get in the way. This post is about just that life, the complications we face and the experiences we go through. My only hope is that this brings you to think about you because most of all your worth it.

I was asked, "why did you stop?...." I pondered for a split second before responding. That's always a question I can't answer or struggle to answer but who am I fooling besides me?

Do you ever feel yourself struggling to answer questions about things you quit doing?

I definitely do. There's no doubt here, but I can never answer the question, "why did stop taking pictures or the self searching question why do you stop writing?" Do you have those types of questions laying around in your mind unanswered.

Is it because....well life? or the passion is gone? or is it just because you realized it wasn't a good fit? 🤔 there are so many possible answers.

But how about a one shoe fits all answer? Ready for it??? This next sentence will either be awe inspiring or will be a light bulb that connects a dot. "I'm not good enough." I quit things because I don't feel I'm good enough or I don't feel deserving. I was blessed with God size dreams and gifts I don't embrace. Maybe you do the same thing. Maybe it's a what's the point, what's the purpose mindset, I've been there. And if you scroll back. To my very first post on this page you will see I too had to take the first step.

What are your thoughts, whats stopping you? Why do you stop dreaming, why do you stop fulfilling your dreams and using your God given talents for His glory? He gave you the ability to do what you do, so why are you not good enough; why are you not worthy?

So I'm going to use my my favorite quote from my dear, dear Life Coach, I will always miss her and while she's up there with Jesus right now I can hear her say, "Sabrina, what's stopping you from moving forward. Then she would say, get out of your own way. Your the only one stopping yourself."

It's taken me a long time to figure out why I quit things. Maybe this will help you to remember that God placed that small little desire in your heart it's your job to make it glow and radiate his love through you to share with others. 💜

Humanity sometimes can make us see the world in such a way it seems dark and only growing darker. Other times Humanity shines brighter than the Sun and shows the love of God still exists. My 2 boys birthdays are 16 days apart and in those 16 days they both were shown God's love through random acts of Kindness. On Brantley's Birthday a random guy showed up at our campsite because he heard it was Brantley's birthday and he told him he'd be back with a birthday present. He showed up and gave him $20. That guy that man didn't know us or our family didn't know what we have been through this year or our struggles. Then on Kaiden's birthday (yesterday) we were blessed to take him to eat for his 16th birthday. We went to Texas Roadhouse he changed his mind like 4 times but we finally landed there. They brought out the big saddle and Aspen, Emily's friend jumped on it since Kaiden couldn't (medical). I won't forget to mention when I told our waitress she was excited and said she is the loudest one they have. So it was fun!! Afterwards a guy in blue Nike Camo named Chris came over and asked my husband if he was this young man's father, my husband said yes and he asked if was able to give him a present. He said sure that's fine, our belief is you NEVER deny someone a blessing. Chris gave Kaiden $20 dollars again not knowing the struggles we have, the year we have been through and continue to go through. There were no colors, there was no judgement, there was nothing but KINDNESS. Kindness and grace always wins. This is how you show God's love. You show his love through your actions, we break down stigmas and barriers by blessing others without question and most of all without JUDGEMENT! These two small actions of others showed my kids how to be gracious and how to accept a blessing that is 100% unexpected. In life be kind, be accepting and most of all always find your light and let IT shine! ✨️ -Sabrina 💜

Today is a heavy day for 2 people in my life, it's been 15 years since my little cousin Kevin (3) passed away and it's been 2 months since my friend lost her daughter, Savannah(15). No matter the age they are still children to their parents Courtney (30) and Jeffrey (28). All of these kids will be remembered by their family and friends but the toll it has on their parents will always leave a gaping hole in their hearts that will never close. Please keep both of their families in your prayers today and everyday for strength and peace. Remember to always check on those that lose their loved ones and remember to always let their name come from your mouth so they know their memories live on.

There's something about learning to trust that's sometimes makes life seem absent or empty, but then God comes in and meets every need you have right where you are.

I'm blessed beyond measures to have such an Amazing mom. I'm an only child so growing up my mom always wanted one thing for me in life. When I got married that I would have a great mother in law and I would have an amazing family outside of my own. So if anything ever happened to my parents she knows I'd have people who care about me as much as she does. My mom has this tough exterior but has a heart of gold and I am blessed to call her mom. I am also blessed that my mother in law is everything my mom wanted for me and so much more. I couldn't have asked for a better person to be my mother in law. She wears that crown so beautifully. She loves her daughter in laws and son in law unconditionally and as if they were her own. She is a beautiful soul. She also is a very good writer. Here is something she wrote today. I hope this serves as a reminder for each and every mom out there reading this, that life may carry on but those moments you have with your child are moments that last a lifetime and memories that last for eternity. Enjoy! Happy Mother's Day! 💐

I hope everyone has an amazing Easter!