My One Word for the year is “Listen“. I’m often a distracted listener, so it’s important for me to grow in the area of attentiveness. I had my friend and online store owner, Krafy Kash, make a necklace to help me remember to “listen” better this year. It’s a great…
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What fun it is to talk with authors about their latest projects. My friend, Kelly Givens from ibelieve.com, introduced me to a fellow adoptive mama and her book about foster adoption. I’m excited to introduce you to that mama, April Swiger, as we hear more about her book baby in…
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Let’s give a warm welcome to Niki as she shares a difficult decision her family faced as part of the Listen Close, Listen Well series. Niki and I connected through the #RaRaLinkup over on Kelly Balarie’s blog, purposefulfaith.com. Join us this Tuesday as we linkup encouragement and uplift Jesus’ Name….
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Have you had a door slammed in your face? Maybe it was at the hands of an angry child who’d had enough of your rules, lectures, and expectations? Maybe it was at the door of a neighbor as you tried to offer something they weren’t interested in? Maybe it was…
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After deliberations with my sister-in-law, I reinstated allowance in our home. The offspring now receive $3 a week—hey, Hubby and I used to receive 50 cents a week, so it’s an upgrade. I instructed the children that they should save up for something special and not just fill our home…
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What a sweet treat to interview the lovely and talented Jennifer Dukes Lee as part of the Interview Series. I’ve read her new book, The Happiness Dare, and gave it a 5 star review! This is an excellent book—top-notch writing, timely message, and practical tools for growth. Embrace happiness like…
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