In full disclosure, I am so excited to partner with Shutterfly! As a long time customer, I am very happy to be chosen to share their amazing products with you. I was invited to make our Christmas cards with their company and provided a credit to purchase the finished product in exchange for my honest review. What's on your list this month? Get the tree, go see lights, decorate (both inside and … [Read more...] about Five Ways to Embrace the Merry Over the Madness
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From Inspiration to Education: Blog Spotlight, Volume 2
When I became a blogger, I entered what felt like a whole new dimension of our world. There are so many wise, fun and awesome writers out there that offer everything from free inspirational coloring pages for adults and children; crafts, recipes and product reviews to teaching/parenting tips and family trip giveaways! These bloggers that I am featuring in this post do all of those things! Check … [Read more...] about From Inspiration to Education: Blog Spotlight, Volume 2
Writers I Have Come To Know, Admire and Respect: Blog Spotlight Series; Part 1
About a year and a half ago I really knew nothing about blogging. A friend of mine suggested I look into it . . . and I shrugged it off. Then a few months later I bought an e-book and started talking to other bloggers. My interest was sparked, and it has opened up a whole knew world for me! I truly believe in the saying (attributed to Saint Catherine of Siena): "Be who God meant you to be and … [Read more...] about Writers I Have Come To Know, Admire and Respect: Blog Spotlight Series; Part 1
#StormtheHeavens Praying for Phil’s Healing and Allowing the Lord to Heal All of Us
This adorable young girl is Philomena (aka Phil). Phil is 7 years old. She loves soccer and playing with her big brother Mark. She's also a great joke teller. In fact, here's her joke from yesterday: What's a pirate's favorite letter? Let's get back to her joke later. This post is a request to all reading it - to please say a prayer for Philomena. Philomena's mother, Mina, wants everyone … [Read more...] about #StormtheHeavens Praying for Phil’s Healing and Allowing the Lord to Heal All of Us
The 10 Best Baby Shower Gifts NOT on Her Registry
Have a baby shower on the calendar this Fall? Want to add an original, yet useful gift to the new parents' present? This post contains affiliate links - if you purchase using them, I make a small percentage. Thank you for your support! I asked a group of moms: "What was the best baby shower gift you remember getting that you did NOT register for?" They came up with some great answers! … [Read more...] about The 10 Best Baby Shower Gifts NOT on Her Registry
What is God’s Will?
I can remember being young and sometimes wondering, in certain situations, what is the RIGHT thing to do? As I reflect on the past - whether it was in grade school or this year - sometimes the RIGHT choice - is not always obvious or crystal clear. Most of us want to do the right thing. In my mind and heart - the right thing is synonymous with God's will. Thankfully, as I have aged, most … [Read more...] about What is God’s Will?







