Hello! My name is Kelly Burns and I am the creator/author of this site. I am a single mom from Orange County, CA. My daughter was born in February 2015 and is the light of my life. I was raised in a picture-perfect, American home with 2 siblings, dogs, and the whole nine yards. Until 2014. In about a 3 month span, I had knee surgery, my parents announced divorce, and I found out I was pregnant. It felt like my life was falling apart but really, my life was just beginning. I didn’t know what it was like to fully trust in the Lord until I couldn’t depend on anything or anyone else.
Life is not perfect. It is dysfunctional. It isn’t always pretty. I invite you to be encouraged by my vulnerability and honesty in my own struggles. Don’t hesitate to reach out!
From Athlete to Mommy 
So beautifully written. I was 18 when I had my daughter. I wasn’t saved then, but am now, and I am a single mom (in my 30’s!) praying for your journey ahead. God is faithful and loving and He will provide everything you need and then some. I think it’s wonderful your mom is so supportive too! Blessings!
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Thank you!! I really appreciate it. So encouraging to hear!!
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Kelly your not alone. I don’t even know you but I am so proud of the choices you’ve made. People will disappoint but as you are learning..God’s love will never fail. Find your hope and strength in Him and He will direct your paths. He promises this to us as believers and we can cling to this truth in our most desperate times. I will be praying for you and your precious baby! Praise God for the support of your family, friends, and community. This is the gospel!
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Thank you so much Debbie, for your support and prayers. I truly appreciate it!
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Hi Kelly,
This is a total long shot… I came across your blog this evening after finding out (yesterday) that I am also 20 and pregnant. I come from a VERY conservative Christian family, and in a committed relationship, and am in the Marine Corps. I am going to try to schedule an appointment for an ultrasound tomorrow, but I think I am about 3 weeks pregnant… and I have NO IDEA what to do.
My boyfriend is very excited. He comes from a Hispanic family so this is a norm for them so he does not understand the stress, fear, and confusion I’m going through. Like you the first thing that went though my mind was getting an abortion; I’m not done living my life selfishly. I was going to get out of the Marine Corps, go to law school, continue my career riding horses… I had plans and this was not one of them.
What I am most scared about doing is telling my family.. I’m not very close to either parent but they have done SO much for me and have always wanted me to be successful… This is going to break their heart.
I’m coming from a place where I have no one who understands the situation I’m in and where I come from. I want to be a testament of God’s love and how he has a plan… but I REALLY REALLY don’t want my life to change completely and deal with the scrutiny from my family, friends, and my unit (Co-workers). I just feel so lost.
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Kristina… my heart breaks for you. That is such a difficult place to be in, I’m sorry. The choice is yours and ultimately affects you. Please don’t make a decision based on others and their opinions. Whatever you decide, just know you will be affected for the REST of your life, no matter what. Let me tell you, I am 26 now and my daughter is 5. Life has been far from easy. But so so so worth it. My daughter, Kendall Grace, is my world and makes life SO much more joyful. Every fear I had when I was in your position does not matter anymore. She is absolutely everything to me. Life is hard and I don’t have the freedom I used to but I wouldn’t want it any other way. Isaiah 55:8-9 states that God’s ways are higher than ours. Trust Him and His guidance. He will ALWAYS provide. If you need anything or want to chat more please reach out. My email is kgburns15@gmail.com. I will email you my number and we can chat further if you want! Praying for you, Kristina.
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