Rachel was a full-time student and a serious athlete. She had just been accepted into every nursing school to which she applied and she was very excited to pursue that education and eventually that career. She had also just met and moved in with her boyfriend. Then, Rachel found herself pregnant. The day Rachel found out she was expecting she remembers: shaking, feeling sick, scared and … [Read more...] about Rachel’s Abortion Call and Message
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Building Your Own Prayer Journal Kit
Do you always feel busy? Lately I certainly do! Since all of our relationships need nourishment - our relationship with the Lord is no exception. I really need the reminder to spend some time with Him - no matter how much is on the "to-do" list. Speaking of a "to-do" list - I often find myself feeling more productive and focused when I write one! Our prayer life can feel more productive and … [Read more...] about Building Your Own Prayer Journal Kit
Does God Have a Magic Wand?
"Why did it rain today?" I heard this question come from the back seat as I was driving this afternoon. My four-year-old, Xavier, has a lot of questions lately. I have to admit, I often don't have the answers. He asks me how things are made and who made (insert random synthetic object). But this one, this one I thought -I kinda know this one . . . so I attempted a response. After a litany … [Read more...] about Does God Have a Magic Wand?
How Keeping it “Old School” May Help Your High School Student Succeed
This post contains affiliate links. Please see my About Me page for more information. Before I became a mother and before I became a blogger . . . I was a teacher. I was a classroom teacher for 14 years. Before that I worked as a camp counselor for young teens and even revamped a leadership camp at the local YMCA. I also coached high school cross country and track. My passion before … [Read more...] about How Keeping it “Old School” May Help Your High School Student Succeed
4 Toys for 4-year-old Boys!
Whether you are shopping for a nephew, grandson or one of the dozen birthday parties you have on the calendar this month - I figured I would offer some insight from my vertically challenged, adorably bright, teacher I spend a lot of time with ;) Plus, Santa needs to be conservative this year. When I finally start Christmas shopping, or when someone asks, what should we get for X . . . I want to … [Read more...] about 4 Toys for 4-year-old Boys!
A Prayer About Balance
When someone asks me "What are you reading right now"? I wonder if it would be appropriate to laugh out loud. But then I realize, it's a serious question, and many women are better at balancing their lives - and actually read books for their own pleasure. Affiliate links below will allow me to continue writing - I only link what I would recommend! Thank you for your support and for reading … [Read more...] about A Prayer About Balance