Inspiring you to Exceptional Living & Intentional Praise
There are so many things in nature that teach us to know God, and his character. Things as simple and common place as stars, colors and trees. And each of these can be a lesson to teach our children to also know God, if we’ll just take an extra minute or two to share it… [Read More…]
I’ll never forget the Christmas our gifts were stolen in the mail. I wrote about it in my best-selling book In Spite of Myself. Money was tight already and having what we had spent stolen just seemed to rub salt in the would – until several friends chipped in and blessed us with some cash… [Read More…]
The 2020 Free Printable Holiday Planner Calendar More than printable planner pages, the Sweetest Holiday Planner will take you on the sweetest holiday journey you’ve ever had. A beautiful way to plan your holiday events, meals and memory making activities, gift-giving and shopping This printable planner pack ov over 30 pages has all… [Read More…]
Children grow up too quickly. We’ve all been told so many, many times. Is it true? I’m in a place where I can say without a doubt this is true. Ours are all grown. One is married and has a new baby daughter. One is getting married in October. That leaves us with just one… [Read More…]
Mothers and summer family fun When I thought of summer family fun my first thoughts were not of camping. Before I got married I had never been camping in my life. I’m not quite sure how I got talked into tent camping on our honeymoon, but I guess I have to blame it on being… [Read More…]
Dear Mom, You are doing a good job. I want you to know that in your heart. I believe in you. Remember I chose you to be mom to those precious children. These little people are my gift to you (Ps. 127:3). I know your patience is tested … and broken. Before you came to… [Read More…]
Mothers, the best and hardest thing that ever happened to us. They give so much every day for their children. How does one even begin to search for a gift that might in a tiny way repay all they’ve done, say thank you, and show your love? This year, for Mother’s Day, I’ve gathered a… [Read More…]
Maybe you don’t do Easter baskets, but do want to mark the occasion with a meaningful gift. Maybe your teen has outgrown Easter baskets… Either way, these gifts for teens will be just the thing to both make them feel special, and remind them of the meaning of Easter. Click on the photos of the… [Read More…]
Last Monday I woke up thinking, “It doesn’t even feel like I slept. I have no idea how I’m going to get through this day. I’m tired and I’m not even out of bed yet.” Ever have a day like that? Then, suddenly, I thought of 2 Cor. 9:8: God is able to make all… [Read More…]
Last year our family decided to begin listening for God, (#seethelion) and learning of him in ways he hadn’t yet. We began a study of the Biblical feasts, which propelled us to hosting our own passover feast. A ton of fun, and super educational. We’re still having conversations about this experience and it’s almost time… [Read More…]
