Why I Got Another Tattoo
A week ago I did something. You might not agree with it. In fact, you may even think I am crazy. But that’s okay. I am excited about it! And today I am going to share about why I got another tattoo.
Read More Scrapbooking, Ohio and Fight Club Graduation
Happy December! Can you believe we are in the last month of the year? We enjoyed a full but fun November. How did your November go? Today is my monthly Friday Favorites post where I share my five favorite things from the previous month. Scrapbooking, Ohio and Fight Club Graduation are just a few of my favorite things from this past month. Read on to see what my other favorites are.
Read More Never Stop Praying. Say What?
Always be joyful. Never Stop Praying. Be thankful in all circumstances. Say what? How in the world do you do this? When I read these commands in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, I really wondered if they were doable or impossible. After spending time studying these verses, I realized they were doable.
Read More Notifications – Good or Bad?
Do you enjoy notifications on your phone? Or do they annoy you? For me, it depends on who the reminder comes from or how loud it is. At one point, I turned off all notifications on my phone because it was just too much noise. Notifications can also be a blessing. In today’s post, I want to share how.
Read More Lessons from an Amish Buggy
Can you imagine life without your phone or electricity? How about without a car for transportation? I can’t imagine it either which is why the Amish intrigue me so much. We live in an area where it is not uncommon to see an Amish buggy. So, this summer when some family came in from Utah to visit, we went on an Amish buggy ride. The buggy ride ended up being more fun than I thought. God also used it to teach me to slow down and pay attention.
Read More International Expo, Mochas, and Fashion Farm
Wow! It’s already November! We enjoyed a full but fun October. How did your October go? Today is my monthly Friday Favorites post where I share my five favorite things from the previous month. International Expo, Mochas, and Fashion Farm are just a few of my favorite things from this past month. Read on to see what my other favorites are.
Read More Walking Through Fear
I am afraid of deep water. Really afraid. I think it goes back to my swimming lessons as a youth. They made us jump into the deep end and that experience scared me for life. To this day, I avoid being near deep water as much as possible. This past summer, God used a lighthouse to help me walk through my fear of deep water.
Read More Update on my Goals and Habits
October is here! There are only three more months left in this year. Today, I will give an update on with my goals and habits for the year.
Read More Family, 5K Race, and Silver Beach
Hello, October! It's hard to believe it's October already. We enjoyed a full but fun September. How did your September go? Hopefully, it was a great month for you. Today is my monthly Friday Favorites post where I share my five favorites from the previous month. Family, 5K Race, and Silver Beach are just a few of my favorite things from this past month. Read on to see what my other favorites are.
Read More What are you building?
Two kids, two boards, nails and one hammer. Caleb and Analiah were outside working on a project. Analiah went first with the hammer. Then, Caleb took his turn hammering nails into the board. Analiah complained and whined, “When can I have a turn again?” I responded that her turn would be soon. Next, I encouraged her to cheer Caleb on while he worked. At first, Analiah didn’t like the idea. She was so focused on getting her turn that Analiah didn’t want to cheer her brother on.
Read More A Review of Holly and Nick Hate Christmas
Main CharactersHolly and Nick SettingOhio The First Line of the BookChristmas was so overrated. My Review Holly and Nick Hate Christmas is a fun and festive read! From the first chapters, I was hooked by the witty banter, laugh-out-loud moments, and the sparks flying between Holly and Nick. Betsy St. Amant blends humor, heart,…
Read More My sheep listen to my voice
We are surrounded by voices all day long. Some are audible, such as friends, family, coworkers, and the media. Others are in our own heads: fears, doubts, or the lies we’ve believed. But Jesus promises that His sheep will know His voice. The more time we spend in the Word, the easier it becomes to…
Read More Embrace the Challenges in Life
When a hard situation comes in life, how do you tend to respond? Do you question God and wonder what you did wrong? Or do you see the challenge as an opportunity to lean into God and become more like Him? In my life I responded in both ways. But, the more time I spend…
Read More Welcome September!
🍂 Welcome September! Here are some reminders for this month: 1. God gives wisdom when we ask. “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.” James 1:5, ESV 2. God is our refuge and strength. “God is our refuge and…
Read More Dive into the heart of parenting
📚 Dive into the heart of parenting with “Becoming an Intentional Family.” Discover practical tips to create a home where your children feel valued and loved. This book will help you: ✨ Build rhythms that draw your family closer to God and each other ✨ Create meaningful traditions that make lasting memories ✨ Foster open…
Read More This is the day the Lord has made
Every sunrise reminds us that today is a gift from God. It is not just another square on the calendar; it’s a day the Lord has made. Regardless of the circumstances we face, we can choose to rejoice. Why? Because our joy isn’t rooted in everything going right but in the unchanging goodness of our…
Read More Are you chasing after balance but coming up short?
Are you chasing after balance but coming up short? Perhaps your view of balance needs some tweaking. In my new course, I teach about this very thing! What women are saying who have taken my Surviving to Thriving course: “I liked the way you described harmony versus balance. I want my life to sound beautiful…
Read More Things I am Loving in 2025
If I had a day to myself, you would find me curled up on the couch by the fireplace reading. I absolutely love to read!
Read More Books I am Reading in 2025
If I had a day to myself, you would find me curled up on the couch by the fireplace reading. I absolutely love to read!
Read More My 2025 Word of the Year
Have you chosen your Word of the Year for 2025 yet? If not, don’t worry—there’s still time to choose one!
I first discovered the concept of a Word of the Year in 2018 after hearing a few friends talk about theirs. My friend’s enthusiasm sparked my curiosity and what I found was more than just a trendy idea. A word of the year became a meaningful way to approach each year with purpose.
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