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How to Embarrass Your Kids

  If you're a parent of a child who can walk and talk--it won't be long until you embarrass them. This afternoon, I jumped behind the wheel of our truck and headed out to run a few errands. My daughter decided to come along. Grace is a teenager. That's important to my story. This means she's overly-sensitive to embarrassment from her … [Read more...]

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Is the Christmas story true?

Is the Christmas story true? Last Sunday, I was flipping through the TV channels before leaving for church. The pastor of a very large church began his teaching about the gospel of Matthew, the very beginning of the New Testament. He told his congregation, "The first chapter of Matthew is pretty boring, all of those begots and all…Abraham begot … [Read more...]

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Peace Alone – 40 Days of Holiday Encouragement

It's hard for me to imagine being alone. I mean really and truly alone - no family, no friends, no one. When we're going through a painful time, it can feel that way. Sometimes, just standing for what you believe in can be a solitary place. And, Christmas only exacerbates the pain of the lonely. As a follower of Christ I am never alone. … [Read more...]

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Spotlight on a Mean Mom – Lindsey Bell

Would you please say howdy to our very own Mean Mama — Lindsey Bell! I must admit, with Christmas season here, I've been OVERWHELMED with LOTS going on--including a trip to California last week. THANK YOU, LINDSEY, for being so patient! Lindsey is a gal I know personally, so I KNOW you'll personally love her, too. Lindsey, it's so great to … [Read more...]

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The Mean Mom’s Guide to Raising Great Kids

Are you a Mean Mom? I’ve been a mean mom and I’ve been a marshmallow mom, and being a sweet, warm, easy-peasy permissive parent is much easier than being a firm, authoritative one. But, those overly permissive parents aren't helping their kids at all. Kids need clear, thoughtful boundaries and a tough but loving mom to set those boundaries. … [Read more...]

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Just Too Busy? Pulling Your Rats from the Race!

Just Too Busy? If you are, you need my book. I'll be sharing excerpts here on my site. So, I thought I'd start at the start! Chapter One Pulling Your Rats from the Race! Just when you thought you were winning the rat race, along come faster rats. Barbara Johnson Moms today are being held hostage on the roller coaster ride of their life. … [Read more...]

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Spotlight on a Mean Mom – Mitzi Limburg

The Mean Mom's Guide to Raising Great Kids will be on store shelves March 2015! While working on this book over the summer, mean moms and soft-marshmallow moms raised their hands to be a part of The Mean Mom Team, a focus group I pulled together on Facebook. I thought you should meet them! Click here to join “The Mean Mom Team“. We’d LOVE to have … [Read more...]

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Majesty in the Mundane – Holiday Encouragement

We have a special guest today and I couldn't be more excited. Friends are the perfect way to experience a little encouragement this time of year. I'd like to introduce you to one of mine, Teasi Cannon. (Follow her on Facebook and purchase her book, My Big Bottom Blessing!) Teasi has become one of God's gifts to me in Tennessee. Just this … [Read more...]

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Spotlight on a Mean Mom – Jenna Martucci

Welcome to our weekly “Spotlight on a Mean Mom”! Has your child ever said you were mean? It hurts, doesn't it? Here's a little wisdom–what a child defines as mean… a mom defines a little differently. Mean Moms instill loving boundaries and have a tough outer shell to stay the course.  The Mean Mom’s Guide to Raising Kids will be available March … [Read more...]

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For the Love of God –It’s HERE!

      The day has finally arrived! Jenny Sulpizio's book has launched. Am I a little excited? Um, yeah... Do I wish EVERYONE would click on this Amazon LINK and order one of their very own. ABSOLUTELY! Instead, I'm giving away a copy of my own. So,  "LIKE" or share  Jenny's author page with your friends and … [Read more...]

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