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Let There Be Peace on Earth and Let It Begin In Me

14 Dec

I find myself fighting against anxiety on a daily basis these days. It's as if there is a full blown war going on against the peace in my soul. At first I thought it was just the pressures of motherhood but it's moved on to attack my marriage, relationships and the atmosphere in our home. From the ... View Post

100 “Happies” for December

12 Dec

Does December bring out the worst in you? It can be a tough month for lots of different reasons. In case you’re in a funk this Christmas holiday season, take a stroll through this list of 100 Happies…and if you’re especially down right now, make your own list! Focusing on good stuff helps ... View Post

Why Do We Call It Christmas Book Review

3 Dec

We're not big into Santa at our house. And that's not because we don't like that big bellied guy. Growing up our families never placed a huge emphasis on Santa or pretended gifts came from him. My husband and I decided to just see how it went with our kids. They are still young {6 & 3} and they ... View Post

5 Truths to Add Grace to Your Marriage

19 Nov

When I daydreamed about being married to my Prince Charming, our happily ever after didn’t include disagreements. Who fantasizes about arguing over silly things? If you’d asked me back then what might cause an angry word between “my whole world” and me, I would’ve guessed money. It made sense that ... View Post

Walk with the Wise Men: An Elf on the Shelf Alternative

16 Nov

This Elf on the Shelf alternative will send your family on a journey to Jesus this Christmas as you walk with the wise men. It's not that I have anything against that creepy little elf. It's just that. . .well. . .he's a little creepy. We'd managed to dodge the Elf on the Shelf phenomenon until my ... View Post

A Parent’s Guide to Your Child’s First Smartphone

10 Nov

Parents, consider yourselves warned. There comes a time when children no longer wish for bicycles and Lego sets for Christmas. Tomorrow, your child might start begging for a smartphone. Children can start whining as early as first grade with their plead rising to a fever pitch around middle school, ... View Post