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Things I am Loving

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!
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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!
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word of the year

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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Christmas traditions

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.
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surviving

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.
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Spring

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…
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Reading

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.
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stronger marriage

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.
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word of the year 2024

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.
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reading

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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family fun

5 FREE Family Fun Activities

Do you like to have fun? One of my favorite ways to have fun is our weekly Family Fun Nights. This is something we started many years ago. Generally, our Family Fun Night is on a Friday. Today, I am going to share five free family fun activities we have enjoyed over the years. Hopefully, it will spark some ideas for your family fun night.
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Friday Favorites

Group Link, Micaela’s concert and Baseball

Do you ever totally space things? Me too. I will often blame it on the Mom brain or maybe it's my age? Either way, I realized I didn't post my Friday Favorites on the first Friday of April. Our Spring Break was last week so things were a full but also lots of fun. Anyways, here is my monthly Friday Favorites post where I share my five favorite things from the previous month. Group Link, Micaela’s concert, and Baseball are just a few of my favorite things from March. Read on to see what my other favorites are.
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pizza crust

A Pizza Crust Win + an Update on my 2018 goals

6 or maybe it has been 7 pizza crust recipes. Yes, I have really tried that many. And guess what? I have finally found the One. The best-tasting pizza crust yet! Let me tell you the story.
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Parent

Read This if You Want to Be a Better Parent {and a giveaway!}

Parenting. One of the toughest but also most rewarding jobs. If you’re anything like me, you know there are areas you could be a better parent. I finished a book this past weekend that rocked my parenting world. It challenged, convicted and encouraged me all in one. When you read Parents Rising by Arlene Pellicane, don’t forget your boots because your toes will get stepped on. But, I assure you, it’s totally worth it!
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curtain

A Curtain Torn in Two

Can you imagine a curtain that was 60 feet long, 30 feet wide and about one inch thick? Picture how large and sturdy that must have been. Next, imagine what it would have been like to see or even hear the curtain be torn from top to bottom. What an amazing thing to witness! What’s so special about this curtain and what does it have to do with Easter? Well, let me tell you.
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Why Her? Giveaway

3 Reasons to Read Why Her? + A Giveaway!

Comparison. We all struggle with it whether or not we want to admit it. Deep down we think and sometimes say out loud "I wish I had her body shape" or "I wish I had a life like her then things would be all better." In Why Her? author Nicki Koziarz takes a hard look at comparison and shares six truths we all need to hear to combat it. Today, I will share three reasons to read Why Her?
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Friday Favorites

Olive Garden, a Sunset and Coffee

Wow! It’s already March We enjoyed a full but fun February. How did your February go? Today is my monthly Friday Favorites post where I share my five favorite things from the previous month. Olive Garden, a Sunset, and Coffee are just a few of my favorite things from this past month. Read on to see what my other favorites are.
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Stop Lights

Stop Lights and Preschool Line

I don’t mind stop lights. It gives me a chance to look at my phone and catch up on what I missed on Social Media or email. Maybe you can relate? The other day, I was reaching for my purse at a stop light and Caleb said: “Your phone is right there, Mom.” Ouch! I was actually reaching for my chapstick but Caleb assumed I wanted my phone. This challenged me to remember my commitment to not be on the phone while in the van.
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4 Simple Ways to Show You Care

4 Simple Ways to Show You Care

There are so many hurting people in this world. Sometimes the needs can be overwhelming. I find myself wishing I had more time to help those who are hurting in my corner of the world. One thing I have learned in the past couple years is that I can still help in some way. Here are four simple ways to show you care.
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Date Night Ideas

3 Date Night Ideas Under $20

A night without your kids or other people. A night for just you and your spouse. Doesn’t this sound amazing? This is what we call a Date Night. Date Nights are a priority in our house. It’s our time away to focus on each other.
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Welcome, I'm Anastasia!

As an Author and Speaker, I am passionate about sharing God's Word. Check out the Blog and sign up for my weekly newsletter below where I encourage overwhelmed moms to prioritize faith, family, and fitness. If I had a day to myself, you would find me on the beach reading a book.

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Anastasia

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The purpose of the Faith posts is to share God’s Word and guide you towards Him. These posts offer stories and encouragement that demonstrate practical ways to apply the Scriptures in our lives. 

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The family posts focus center around the importance of friends and family in your life. They cover a wide range of topics including Marriage, Family, Parenting, Friendship, Kids, and School. Additionally, the family posts delve into aspects of home life, share book reviews, and explore the significance of holidays.

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The Fitness posts feature a combination of allergy-friendly recipes and valuable tips aimed at helping you become the healthiest version of yourself. My passion lies in empowering women to recognize the profound impact that fitness has on their everyday life.