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Back to School Habits of a Great Mom

When my kids were really small I remember counting the days until summer was over. It's entirely possible that I made paper chains and tore one off every morning with my cup of coffee.  This photo on the right is an oldy but a goody from 2007. It was taken by my husband. You can tell by the 14ft of space above my head. This is my reaction after … [Read more...]

Filed Under: family, kids, Uncategorized Tagged With: back to school, bible kids, christian family, family, Kids, scripture with kids

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We’re In Guideposts Magazine!

We're in Guideposts Magazine! There are times when I have to pinch myself. This month is one of those times. When a magazine arrives in your mailbox and your family's photo is tucked inside with a story about said family-- it's pinching time. A few months ago, Marci Seither contacted me. She's one of Guideposts freelance writers and pitched our … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: bondage of busyness, build relationships, busy living, busy mom, family, Guideposts Magazine, kids parenting, our radical sabbatical, relationship, strengthening families, strong family

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Our Thanksgiving Tree

Most of you already know that I LOVE Thanksgiving. So, with fall leaves on the ground and pumpkin bread in the oven, I knew it was time for another Kraft project. This usually means I spend way too much money at Hobby Lobby. I was inspired by a photo on Pinterest and got started. Here's what you need: Branches from your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fall, family, Uncategorized Tagged With: Children, faith, family

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I Taught My Son To Steal

"Mom, look what I got!" Samuel came home from school excited to share his new treasure. He walked towards me and unfurled a shiny white shirt. "I got it in lost and found at school today." He opened up the collar so I could see the name brand tag. "It's under armor. Isn't it cool?" "Is that your shirt?" I was confused. Samuel was our most … [Read more...]

Filed Under: 'Blessed...', children, kids Tagged With: Children, family, Jesus, molding kids, parenting, reap what you sow, stealing, stewardship

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How Much Are You Worth?

When you're a parent, the greatest learning opportunities often come at the most inopportune times. I experienced one of these moments in the gift wrap aisle at our local Dollar Store. We'd stopped off to pick up a couple of things. Walking inside, our children ran off in different directions. My husband, Paul, followed me around as I gathered … [Read more...]

Filed Under: 'Blessed...', christian writer, family Tagged With: blessed, devotion, faith, family, redeemed

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