Hands Free Mama

You Beside Me

On Friday afternoon, a box containing copies of my finished book, LIVE LOVE NOW, was delivered. A … [Read more...]

Real You: The New Parenting Role to Embrace Now & Our Kids Will Be Alright

The last concert I attended before the world as we know it changed forever was Mat Kearney’s … [Read more...]

Your 2 AM Guide for Taking Tough Turns & Locating Lost Calm

I’ve never thought so much about left-hand turns in my life… until now. My 16-year-old daughter … [Read more...]

Being a Mess Becomes a Comfort, Not a Curse, In Just One Ask

I was standing in my kitchen on March 1, 2019 wondering how I was going to get through the writing … [Read more...]

Strengthening Our Kids from the Passenger Seat by Driving Two Key Words Home

“We are not good at anything when we first start,” Scott said at the dinner table in response to … [Read more...]

This May Cause Applause & Tell You of Your Gift

When I was pregnant with my daughter Natalie, I shifted from a long-time role in special education … [Read more...]

I want to make memories, not to-do lists. I want to feel the squeeze of loving arms, not the pressure of over-commitment. I want to get lost in conversation with my favorite people, not consumed in a sea of unimportant emails. I want to be overwhelmed by sunsets that give me hope, not by overloaded agendas that steal my joy. I want the noise of my life to be a mixture of laughter & gratitude, not the intrusive buzz of mobile phones & text messages. I’m letting go of distraction, perfection, & pressure to grasp what really matters. I’m living Hands Free. Will you join me? (Read More)

“After attending one of Rachel’s speaking events, I am finding myself pausing more and re-setting my reactions to my spouse and children as a result of reflecting on the situations and lessons Rachel shared. Her decision to reveal the good, the bad, and the ugly, and what she’s learned as she’s worked to transform herself, has lasting impacts on her audience. Rachel’s lessons are like ripples in the ocean as they help others like me move towards choosing love and coming as we are. Rachel works wonders by helping others work wonders.” –A Hands Free Mama in progress

You Beside Me

Real You: The New Parenting Role to Embrace Now & Our Kids Will Be Alright

Your 2 AM Guide for Taking Tough Turns & Locating Lost Calm

Being a Mess Becomes a Comfort, Not a Curse, In Just One Ask

Strengthening Our Kids from the Passenger Seat by Driving Two Key Words Home

This May Cause Applause & Tell You of Your Gift

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