Proverbs 4:23 – “Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.” Or as the NIV states ” . . . for everything you do flows from it!” I LOVE this verse! It has recently become my verse that covers everything I do – as a mom, wife, friend, daughter, and… Continue reading Sunday Sip: Proverbs 4:23
Tag: Priorities
12/21/2012: End of the world . . . What would you do differently?
As my 15 year old son gets ready to head out to an End-of-the-World party at a friend’s house tonight (Teenagers will use anything as an excuse to party – won’t they?! 🙂 And yes – I think there might be a few zombies at this party . . . because how fun would an… Continue reading 12/21/2012: End of the world . . . What would you do differently?
Review & GIVEAWAY: Be Still – by Lisa Chan
True Beauty: Be Still New film helps women who are caught up in the busyness of life. Press Release, 6/25/2012: Every woman knows the feeling. Regardless of her age, her income, or her family situation, women today are facing the challenges of a busy life and the stress that comes with it. Obligations to children,… Continue reading Review & GIVEAWAY: Be Still – by Lisa Chan
Complainers – Can they make you dumb?
“I don’t want to complain . . . but . . . ” “Can you believe they would do this to me . . . ” “Nothing ever works out for me . . . I’m so mad . . . I can’t believe . . . don’t you agree that . . . ”… Continue reading Complainers – Can they make you dumb?
Unexpected problems . . . A Nightmare, Adventure or Dream come true?
Sometimes plans just don’t go . . . as planned! {I know that’s never happened to you!} What was supposed to be an easy trip to Washington DC to get my oldest on a train bound for a school in New England (and cheaper than flying), has turned into quite the nightmare . . .… Continue reading Unexpected problems . . . A Nightmare, Adventure or Dream come true?
Sunday Sip: Psalm 46:10
Well – Today I needed to hear this! I have had a busy week this past week, with Spring Break (and 5 kids at home!) and all the cleaning and purging we’ve been doing. I had meant to write my Sunday Sip yesterday, but was trying to finish up the boys and girls rooms before… Continue reading Sunday Sip: Psalm 46:10
Oasis: Stop and Rest – and Have Some Fun!
The Road that Never Ends I’m slow moving this morning (belly hasn’t felt right the last couple days). I’m thinking I may just have to snuggle up with a book today (haven’t done that in a long time!) I tend to feel guilty about doing nothing but read or relax during the day as there… Continue reading Oasis: Stop and Rest – and Have Some Fun!
Mom guilt?
Ok – so I have to admit, I don’t know if I’ve ever had “mom guilt”. Maybe I did . . . once . . . when I was a younger mom . . . but since much of my memory seems to have left through my breastmilk given to my 4 precious kids, in… Continue reading Mom guilt?
Spirit Airlines – crashing for flying too "low"
Have you seen this video? (“What video?” you ask . . . you don’t really want to know. The picture will link you to another article – not the video. I don’t want to link to that trash.) Did you get the email from Spirit about their latest contest? Have you ever even heard about… Continue reading Spirit Airlines – crashing for flying too "low"
Riding the Waves
Check out my post today on my other blog – Drink From the Deep. Just want to encourage you not only in mothering, but in life in general! Blessings!
A POEM ABOUT OUR GIRLFRIENDS
My mother-in-law sent this to me, and I thought I would pass it on as it is a good reminder for us ladies! My favorite part is in red! 🙂 I think that will be my new motto this year! A POEM ABOUT OUR GIRLFRIENDS Someone will always be prettier. Some will always be smarter.… Continue reading A POEM ABOUT OUR GIRLFRIENDS
The ONLY Resolution you need to make!
In 2008, I resolve to . . . . What did you resolve to do in 2008? Did you write it down? Make a list? Was it longer than your grocery list? Did you make any resolutions or goals at all? In years past I have had goals and resolution lists longer than the Constitution… Continue reading The ONLY Resolution you need to make!
Mom’s Christmas Wish List
I’m not sure who wrote this, but I love it! As a mom (or dad) I’m sure most of us can relate! Dear Santa, I’ve been a good mom all year.I’ve fed, cleaned and cuddled my children on demand, visited the doctor’s office more than my doctor, sold sixty-two cases of candy bars to raise… Continue reading Mom’s Christmas Wish List
House Maintenance
What a week! Normally I look forward to when my husband has a business trip. . . . . . . now, that didn’t sound right! 🙂 Let me explain . . . I have 5 kids – ages 4 through 13 – I have 1 husband – and thankfully we are down to just… Continue reading House Maintenance
Hunger Banquet
Have you ever been to one? Have you ever hosted one? Have you ever heard of one? Doesn’t sound very appetizing, does it? Hunger Banquet. I would love to attend one sometime (I just found out a school locally hosted one a couple months ago and I missed it!). I would love for my kids… Continue reading Hunger Banquet