Dear hurting wife; powerful advice for when marriage falls apart from the new book, “Hope for the hurting wife”, a case study from two marriages God saved.
How God’s truth gives strength to counteract lies we believe
Do you think truth? Words are my love language. I can’t help it. When my husband writes me a sticky note in the mornings before he leaves for work, my heart skips a beat. The best cards I receive are the ones filled with a hand-written note. I leave notes for my boys this year in their lunches. Jason said …
How my chaotic soul survived Hurricane Irma’s threatening impact
Last week, my husband and I loaded up our motor coach and headed to Florida, never suspecting Hurricane Irma’s threatening impact. I was ready to get refreshed, renewed, and refocused, beachside. Well, that turned into a hurricane nightmare. The previous week, I had a telephone conversation about thriving and refocusing with my blogging friend, Marva, who lives in the British …
When Hurricane Irma comes to town; comfort for waiting out the storm
Twenty-one million people in Florida await the hour when Hurricane Irma comes to town, and I happen to be one of them. From the tip of southern Florida to the northernmost regions, each county anticipates high winds, heavy rains, storm surge, tornadoes, or all of the above. I’m not even from Florida – I’m a West Virginian. (Where there …
To the mom of the strong willed child: there is hope!
Recently our oldest son entered high school. Since he is in a new building for high school, the school hosted a preview day. Clayton had no idea where we were supposed to go or what was about to happen. I asked him if he wanted me to go with him and he said yes. My heart was pounding for …
Get a clutter-free mind boost! How to hit reset and protect your time
Do you need a clutter-free mind boost? Last January, I created the 31-Days to a Clutter-free Mind Challenge and it caught on like wildfire! It worked wonders for my schedule – I was blasting through my days with more time and energy for things that mattered most in my life. Maybe you did it too. But I wonder – how’s …
3 tips to change the heart of a strong willed child
Can you change the heart of a strong willed child? Strong willed children know what they want: they know they want to be in charge, and they know they don’t want to change! Parents find this challenging, because so often the will of the child is opposed to the will of the parent. But power struggles are not the …
Your stubborn child; 3 ways he’s a next generation superhero
If you have a stubborn child, I have fantastic news for you today! Strong-Willers (I call them Swillers) often turn out to be superheros in their own right. If you’re sitting there shaking your head (yet hoping this isn’t a pipedream), here are three encouraging thoughts for the marathon of parenting these dear (stubborn) souls. 1. …
One advent devotional that boosts year-round Bible study
Each year I search for the perfect Advent devotional to use throughout the Christmas season. I love centering my mind on nuggets of truth surrounding Christ’s birth – truths I’ve never considered before. Questions, like “Why did God announce Christ’s birth to Shepherds”, and the analogy of sheer darkness with the blinding light of the angel’s announcement. Or why faithful …
Dear mom, do you take care of YOU? New Mommy Self-Care Challenge!
Do you take care of yourself? Being a Mom can wear away at a person mentally, emotionally and physically. We find our hearts longing for refreshment. Sometimes our love cup feels like it needs to get filled before we can pour out one. more. drop. Oh I know how that feels! Why self-care is important When our first …
Kids fighting again? How to field squabbles like Jesus did
Hey mom – ever tire of kids fighting over toys and territories as if they were an actual part of Custer’s last stand? Of course you do, that’s why you searched Google for “How to deal with siblings fighting again”. I’m glad you’re here – I want to share a little backstory with you from my past life. …
How to boost blog growth & make a supplemental (or full-time) income
How to boost blog growth and grow a supplemental (or full-time) income + how you can receive a BONUS Top 10 Successful Hacks for Facebook group growth. Get started today! #blogging #bloggrowth #affiliateincome
Holiday planning; 6 stress-busting tips for how to do less and enjoy more
I’m sure when the early settlers sank into their rough-hewn benches, munching on field corn with their new, tan-skinned neighbors, they weren’t thinking, “Someday families all across America will gather ’round the table to celebrate this very moment”. Thoughts of survival weighed heavily on their minds. Forging a new life and government were of utmost importance. Several members of their …
Strong willed child battles? Get help with these 7+ hacks!
Encountering strong willed child battles at your house? Get these 7 + hacks, tips, and resources to boost your parenting skills with stubborn children. Learn to work with this stubborn skill set to help both them win and you (because don’t you deserve it?)!
Five reasons why you shouldn’t let your child quit piano lessons
Let’s face it – the struggle is REAL to get kids to practice! But if the parent can endure it, those lessons will pay off! 5 reasons why you shouldn’t let your child quit piano lessons; a piano teacher mom’s tips for sticking with keyboard learning in the beginning stages.
When adult children stray from the truth; are we just wasting our time?
When adult children stray from the truth; are we just wasting our time? 4 reasons to teach your children Scripture, model the gospel, and live your faith in Christ (and still have fun doing it)!
One important resource I wish I’d had in young parenthood
The one important resource I wish I’d had in young parenthood. How you can rock your role as a mama and be more confident of your parenting choices.
Keeping Christmas simple; how to plan intentional family activities
Today’s special guest and sweet friend, Keri Syder, shares what she’s learned about keeping Christmas simple. Keri is a young mama of 3 rambunctious kiddos, yet her constant focus is on living intentionally with joy. I love that! And I know you’re going to love her fantastic ideas for how to simply enjoy Christmas with your family this year. How …
5 Simple Christmas crafts you can whip up in minutes!
I’ve always loved making simple Christmas crafts! In the early years of marriage and parenthood, I learned to cross stitch. Here is my very first project – from a kit my mom gifted me. She said, “I think you could do this.” Bless her heart – a skilled seamstress by trade, she tried her best to teach me how to …
Why a good sense of humor is important in life
A good sense of humor not only makes you feel better, it can make you healthier, too. According to this article in Reader’s Digest, “research has shown that laughing can improve immunity, help regulate blood sugar levels, and improve sleep”. As an empty-nesting mom, I’ve found a great need for humor these days. My view this morning is a calm, scenic bay …
