When was the last time you laughed or even cracked a spontaneous smile? Tickling your funny bone is a wonderful way to stay encouraged this holiday season. Now, without further adieu--my TRUE feelings about Santa in November. - May you be encouraged! Santa is a bully. Don’t believe me? Just ask Tom Turkey. He’ll tell ya. The moment … [Read more...]
God Bless Our Turkeys! – 40 Days of Holiday Encouragement
I told you from the beginning that these forty days would include a few craft ideas and fattening recipes. I'm keeping my word today. So, in order to feel a little peace around Thanksgiving, it might be a good idea to make something special with the kids BEFORE you put out the dip and chips and turn on football for the guys. This craft is an … [Read more...]
Gratitude – 40 Days of Encouragement
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YpSxEWXE_mo A grateful heart comes from a thankful heart.(Tweet this.) For years, this has been a favorite song of mine this time of year. I only listen to it in the fall. It soothes my soul and brings peace to my heart. A prayer set to a soft melody. I played it over and over while preparing this post for … [Read more...]
Be Intentional – Keep Your Focus
Christmas is 40 days away and Thanksgiving a mere 12 days—as of right now. This. Very. Minute. Feeling dizzy? Is anxiety creeping in? Or, maybe you’re an exceptionally gifted procrastinator, like me. The first five federal holidays were set by U.S. Congress in the late 1800s. Thanksgiving and Christmas were there from the start. Not sure … [Read more...]
40 Days of Encouragement – Begins this Saturday!
Would you believe this Saturday we have only 40 days before Christmas? Bite your tongue! You say? If you're anything like me you roll your eyes when you see ceramic snowmen displayed in September and sigh heavily when you think of all you have to do before Thanksgiving and Christmas morning. Busyness is a common commodity this time of … [Read more...]
Speak Fluent Football AND Learn How to Love Your Husband
It’s that time of year again. The big season has begun and you’re a football widow, once more. Whether you’re a wife who hoots and hollers alongside your man on Sundays or the gal who goes shopping at Kohl’s until the game’s over—there’s much we can learn about how to love our husband by his cherished game of football. Coach. Be a coach. Every … [Read more...]
Little Things were the BIG Things all Along
There’s a popular quote making it's way around Pinterest that makes a lot of sense, “Enjoy the little things. One day you’ll realize they were the BIG things.” When you’re a mom it’s easy to overlook moments that seem so mundane and even insignificant. If you’re caring for an infant or a small child there isn’t much time to stop and smell … [Read more...]
Take Time for your Marriage – It Matters
When you first began dating you had lots of fun together, didn’t you? Of course you did. Every woman remembers those sweet beginnings of a relationship—leisurely walks holding hands, long conversations on the phone until you’re too tired to make any sense at all and who can forget the laughter? It didn’t matter that he loved to … [Read more...]
Married Mom Meet Single Mom
When was the last time you encouraged a mom whose family dynamics looked a little different? According to a recent article in the New York Times, “41 percent of births in the United States occur outside marriage, up sharply from 17 percent three decades ago.” Research further suggests, these moms experience higher rates of poverty and … [Read more...]
God Hasn’t Forgotten You
After a speaking engagement, an adorable “mom” walked up to my book table and we began chatting. As the crowd dispersed we continued to gab. She was bright and articulate and I couldn’t help but feel a prodding to tell her something. What came to my mind seemed odd and I tried to smack it away like a buzzing insect. As she chatted, I silently … [Read more...]
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