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Sandra McKinney 12/28/25 Sandra McKinney 12/28/25

Baby Girl, We Might Need to Re-Read the Red Letters

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Sandra McKinney 12/24/25 Sandra McKinney 12/24/25

The Wonder of Christmas

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Sandra McKinney 12/21/25 Sandra McKinney 12/21/25

When Identity Gets Amnesia (Stop Letting Familiar Voices Rename You)

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Sandra McKinney 12/17/25 Sandra McKinney 12/17/25

Hope In This Raggedy World? Chile…Be Serious.

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Sandra McKinney 12/14/25 Sandra McKinney 12/14/25

Obedience Would’ve Saved the Shoes

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Sandra McKinney 12/12/25 Sandra McKinney 12/12/25

Kindness Never Goes Out of Style — Check the Tag

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Sandra McKinney 12/8/25 Sandra McKinney 12/8/25

“When God Says ‘Trust Me,’ Honey, He Ain’t Saying Yes.”

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Sandra McKinney 12/7/25 Sandra McKinney 12/7/25

“When Life Says ‘Wait, but I Want to Say ‘Hurry Up’”

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Sandra McKinney 11/30/25 Sandra McKinney 11/30/25

“Crowds? Traffic? Elbows? Absolutely Not, Sweetheart.”

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Sandra McKinney 11/27/25 Sandra McKinney 11/27/25

A Heart of Thanks

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Sandra McKinney 11/23/25 Sandra McKinney 11/23/25

“Rejection? Baby, That was Just My Launch Button.”

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An Unwelcome Welcome Surprise
Sandra McKinney 11/16/25 Sandra McKinney 11/16/25

An Unwelcome Welcome Surprise

It all begins with an idea.

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The Day I Learned to Forgive
Sandra McKinney 11/9/25 Sandra McKinney 11/9/25

The Day I Learned to Forgive

It all begins with an idea.

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Sandra McKinney 11/2/25 Sandra McKinney 11/2/25

The Story Behind Mama Wisdom

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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 🌿