I'm so tired. Last week I told my husband I was skipping dinner to take a nap.. . and I actually did just that. I think about coffee all.the.time. Don't get me wrong, I'm happy. But my mantra lately has been more, "prayer, coffee, sleep" than "prayer, wine, chocolate"! My prayer life reflects the thoughts that follow. Lately my conversations with God have been on the lines of: "Dear God, … [Read more...] about Prayer, Coffee, Sleep.
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
Five Ways to Support Your Child’s Birthmother
This post contains affiliate links; the About Me page has more details. Adoption is a beautiful, life giving option for a woman facing a pregnancy that she did not plan. Adoption, however, is most often not an easy choice. As a woman who became a mother through the miracle and blessing of adoption, my heart has a special place for all birthparents - and potential birthparents. Whether you … [Read more...] about Five Ways to Support Your Child’s Birthmother
Ten Reasons To Plan a Day with Tastings and Tours
The first Prayer, Wine, Chocolate Retreat was a huge success. One of the reasons for its success was the fantastic service of Tastings and Tours. From the very beginning, the owner, Linda Jeffreys, worked with me to create a very unique experience for our group. I told her my vision, and she made it happen. The driver was more than a driver - he was a tour guide, a camera man and a member of … [Read more...] about Ten Reasons To Plan a Day with Tastings and Tours
Seek and You Shall Find: What I Found On The Prayer, Wine, Chocolate Retreat
I look for things every day. My phone, my keys, my shoes, my list . . . I tend to be very forgetful. I'm pretty sure Saint Anthony will have me working for him someday - I owe him big time! But when I seek something . . . it's usually more than a thing. I seek companionship, friendship, reassurance and love. For as far back as I can remember, I sought out good friends. I wanted people in my … [Read more...] about Seek and You Shall Find: What I Found On The Prayer, Wine, Chocolate Retreat
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
