Movies, Paint and the Refuel Conference
Wow! It’s already February! We enjoyed a full but fun January. How did your January go? Today is my monthly Friday Favorites post where I share my five favorite things from the previous month. Movies, Paint and the Refuel Conference are just a few of my favorite things from this past month. Read on to see what my other favorites are.
Read More The 3 M’s of Goal Setting
Goals. When you hear that word, what reaction do you have? Excitement, fear or dread? On December 31, my reaction was panic. Why? Because my goals weren’t done yet. Maybe your goals aren’t written or you’re still trying to decide if you even want to bother with goals. I believe goals are important. Today, I will share the why and the 3 M’s of Goal Setting.
Read More St. Nick’s Day, Moms Group and Christmas
Wow! It’s already January! We enjoyed a full but fun December. How did your December go? Today is my monthly Friday Favorites post where I share my five favorite things from the previous month. St. Nick’s Day, Moms Group and Christmas are just a few of my favorite things from this past month. Read on to see what my other favorites are.
Read More Discover, Remove and Adopt- My Goals for 2018
It’s a new year! I absolutely love new beginnings! One of my favorite verses is Isaiah 43:19 which reads “For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness. I will create rivers in the dry wasteland.” It reminds me that God is at work in my life. This year, I want to discover, remove and adopt. Read on to find out what this means for my goals in 2018.
Read More Year In Review 2017
The end of 2017 is almost here. Is it just me, or did this year go fast? Honestly, it has been a great year. I am not who I was in January of 2017 and for that I am grateful. God has worked in my heart to help me be more like Jesus. I am also thankful for the many fun memories of this year. Today, I am going to share a year in review; a final update on my 2017 goals.
Read More My Favorite Christmas Tradition
Waiting for Mom and Dad to wake up. All coming downstairs together. Stockings. The same Christmas song record playing. Christmas Breakfast. The list of my childhood Christmas traditions goes on and on. When Jonathan and I began our family, we decided to keep some of our childhood traditions but also create our own.
Read More 3 Things to Do When Plans Change
Last week was a different kind of week. Nathan came down with strep throat so he stayed home on Monday. My day completely changed as I cared for him. I didn’t get any of the normal done. On Tuesday morning, I woke Nathan up for school. He complained of a headache and that his throat still hurt. I made the decision to keep Nathan home. Again, plans changed and I felt even more behind.
Read More 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 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.
Read More 12 Heartwarming Christmas Traditions for 2024 + Exciting Giveaway!
I absolutely love Christmas for so many reasons. The first reason is because we celebrate Jesus’ birth. He stepped down from heaven so that we could have eternal life. Now that’s the greatest gift of all. I also love Christmas because of its traditions.
Today on the blog, I share 12 heartwarming Christmas traditions to do this year. Several of these traditions our family currently does. I am excited to incorporate some of the other Christmas traditions into our family.
Read More From Surviving to Thriving: A 5-Day Course to Transform Your Life
Do you ever feel like you're just trudging through each day, merely surviving the chaos and challenges that life throws your way? Perhaps you've found yourself wondering if there's more to life than just getting by. If so, you're not alone. Many people long for a sense of purpose and fulfillment in their daily lives.
Imagine waking up each morning with a sense of purpose and excitement for the day ahead. Picture yourself navigating life's ups and downs with grace and confidence, knowing that you have the tools to thrive no matter what comes your way. It may seem like a distant dream, but it's closer than you think.
Read More Spring is here! 10 Family Fun Activities
Spring is here! Spring is here! Yay! Can you tell I am excited? I love Spring for so many reasons. I love all the flowers blooming and the trees starting to get leaves. The warmer weather is definitely a plus as our family gets outside more. Here are 10 family fun ideas for your family…
Read More What to do When Your Child Doesn’t Like Reading
When my children were younger, one of our favorite activities was to have a reading time each day. But, what do you do with your child that doesn’t like to read? Here are four strategies I used with my children who didn’t like reading. Now, there are times I can’t get my children to stop reading.
Read More 5 Habits for a Stronger Marriage
23 years full of ups and downs. But, I wouldn’t trade those years for anything. These past 23 years have been a lot of work but so worth it. How have Jonathan and I stuck with it? I firmly believe we have a stronger marriage because of these 5 habits.
Read More My Word of the Year for 2024
If you haven't chosen a Word of the Year for 2024 yet, no need to worry! There's still time to pick your word. I discovered the Word of the Year concept in 2018 when several friends had chosen one, sparking my curiosity about the hype. I found that having a Word of the Year provides a growth focus for the year.
The word is meant to represent a central way you are depending on God in the year to come. It helps you determine who you want to become by the end of the year.
When you have a word of the year, it helps you to be intentional about how you spend the hours, days, and months of the year.
Read More Books I am Reading Right Now 2024
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!
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