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Sandra McKinney 3/1/26 Sandra McKinney 3/1/26

Humanity Is Now an Act of Defiance.

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Sandra McKinney 2/28/26 Sandra McKinney 2/28/26

Rest. Period.

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Sandra McKinney 2/28/26 Sandra McKinney 2/28/26

When Your 60’s Come Knocking…and Bring a Whole New Body With Them

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Sandra McKinney 2/25/26 Sandra McKinney 2/25/26

God Gave Her a Big Heart… and Somehow I Got the Attitude

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Sandra McKinney 2/24/26 Sandra McKinney 2/24/26

The Thread Running Through It All

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Sandra McKinney 2/22/26 Sandra McKinney 2/22/26

When God Says Enough, Heaven Moves and Earth Has to Respond

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Sandra McKinney 2/20/26 Sandra McKinney 2/20/26

You Can Do Hard Things (Even When You’re Cry-Laughing Through Them)

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Sandra McKinney 2/18/26 Sandra McKinney 2/18/26

Joy Is Not Optional, Baby

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Sandra McKinney 2/14/26 Sandra McKinney 2/14/26

Buy Your Own Balloons, Baby

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Sandra McKinney 2/14/26 Sandra McKinney 2/14/26

Before You Say “I Do”: A Gentle Truth About Love

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Sandra McKinney 2/12/26 Sandra McKinney 2/12/26

“Three Dates and a Revelation: I’m Good”

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Sandra McKinney 2/8/26 Sandra McKinney 2/8/26

Samuel Would Not Have Clapped

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Sandra McKinney 2/8/26 Sandra McKinney 2/8/26

Pt. 4-””Left To Yourself: God’s Toughest Assignment”

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Sandra McKinney 2/7/26 Sandra McKinney 2/7/26

Pt. 3 -Samuel Would Not Have Clapped (Holy Fear in the Age of Applause)

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Sandra McKinney 2/7/26 Sandra McKinney 2/7/26

Pt.2-God Was Never Missing -(Power, Proximity, and the Illusion of Control)

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Sandra McKinney 2/5/26 Sandra McKinney 2/5/26

The Cost of Sitting Too Close (How Proximity To Power Dulls Discernment)

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Peace in My Own Company
Sandra McKinney 2/4/26 Sandra McKinney 2/4/26

Peace in My Own Company

It all begins with an idea.

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Hi, I’m Sandra — a proud mama of three, “Grandma” to five beautiful grands, and a transplant from Arkansas now calling Northern Virginia home. Through Mama Wisdom, I share reflections on life, faith, family, and the lessons we gather along the way.

Mama Wisdom began as a space to walk alongside women navigating life’s ups and downs with grace, laughter, and faith. Over time, I discovered these stories were resonating with more than just women. That’s when I realized something simple but powerful: wisdom rooted in lived experience and faith is for anyone willing to listen.

After walking through my own seasons of challenge, I learned that every ending can also be a new beginning. At 54, I returned to college and earned my Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies, graduating Magna Cum Laude. That chapter reminded me—and continues to remind me—that it’s never too late to rise, rebuild, and rediscover who God designed you to be.

Here, I write about faith, parenting, family, wellness, and the lifelong work of becoming whole. While my perspective is shaped by motherhood and womanhood, my hope is that these reflections encourage anyone—at any stage of life—who finds themselves searching for meaning, healing, or hope. If you’ve ever felt unseen, weary, or unsure of your next step, you’re not alone here.

When I’m not writing, you’ll find me walking, reading, enjoying time with family and friends, or wandering the aisles of Barnes & Noble with a cup of coffee in hand. My heart is happiest when surrounded by good people, good stories, and the gentle reminder that God’s timing is always perfect.

I look forward to you getting to know me, and hopefully, to getting to know you too. If you ever need a quick prayer, feel free to email me—I’d be honored to place you on my prayer list. Between me, you, and God… we got this.

With love and light,
Sandra 🌿