The Story

Hi! I'm Karina.

I'm a child of God and I pray you see Jesus throughout our story and the seasons that shaped us and brought withloveforG back.

T H I S   I S   O U R   S T O R Y

In April 2019, my husband and I welcomed the most beautiful little boy into the world. Quickly, my three-month maternity leave transformed into stay-at-home mom, at least until our son turned one... or so we thought. God had other plans. In late November, we received the incredible news that we were expecting... again! We were never planning on it being so soon, but God had other plans. Better plans. And we immediately became overjoyed.

In February, during a routine ultrasound, we received some scary news. This led to an immediate surgery and bedrest for the duration of my pregnancy. This event truly made an impact on my faith, re-igniting and strengthening my relationship with God. I was truly putting my daughter in his hands, daily seeking Him through it all. I was praying for Him to give me peace, to protect my daughter, to give me His strength. I was also thanking Him for my son's health, for my family's support, for my husband's continuous love and drive.

So sitting on the couch one evening with my feet up and 17 weeks pregnant, the idea of withloveforG began to unfold. I wanted to create something for children. And that's how it began. I started getting my feet wet and creating every detail. I was joyful and excited for what God was going to do.

Then, with growing children, there was a shift. I found myself needing to set this passion aside. I began serving the Lord another way for a few years. It was creative and I was passionate. It was fun and allowed me to serve others. Throughout this time, however, there were moments of difficulty. He was with me through all of it, and He worked out every situation for my good and for His will.

In 2024, I suffered a severe case of vertigo. Something I will never forget. I was rushed to a hospital, underwent a plethora of testing, and did weeks of physical therapy. For months, I was spinning, dependent on everyone, and stuck at home. And it led to a beautiful time with the Lord and scripture. I was spending hours deep diving into the word of God. When I was reading, I was still. I was getting to know Him better.

The next year, my son ended up at the hospital. It started with a small pain and some swelling and exploded into potential diseases I never want to think about. It lasted for days, the ever-changing ideas. But what also lasted for days, were sleepless nights of a mother on her knees, praying and worshiping, and trusting His faithfulness. My son walked out of the hospital with nothing but a biopsy scar and some built Legos. He didn't leave, though, without making Jesus known. From his smile all day, every day to his drawings of Jesus taped all over the hospital walls.

So for some time now, the Lord has been bringing withloveforG back to my mind. From all my experiences, He has given me ideas, and I have been writing it all down.

Which brings us to now.

My faith is greater, His joy and peace are within me, and I desire to serve the Lord with obedience. I have seen His hand in my life, and I want to make His name known so others may experience Him too.