I’ve been married for 29 years. Don’t let the longevity fool you. We struggle just like everybody else. And just because I have a Ph.D. in communication doesn’t mean I’m immune to the normal, destructive thought patterns we all have. The Little Things It’s far too easy to gripe in …
How do I love thee: Staying in love with your spouse Read more »
Marriage Over Time I’ve been married a while. If you have been, too, then you’ve seen that time sort of settles in. You know all his quirks and he knows yours. You have a daily routine and things are likely moving along just fine. Yep, fine. Some days are probably …
Rest Today’s post is a reminder to rest. Whatever that means for you. Take some time to do something you might not normally do for yourself. 💖 While it’s not always easy to make the time to rest, your body and soul will thank you. This break gives our body …
Are you ever confused when you read “give thanks in all circumstances“ (1 Thessalonians 5:18 ESV) in the Bible? We often wonder how we can possibly do that. Let’s face it, some circumstances just stink. We just want God to deliver us from the situation altogether. Scripture does not say …
One Simple Tip to be Thankful In Times Of Uncertainty Read more »
Between family, finances, and food, we are besieged by demands on our resources. There are lots of places we can get help, though. Day-to-day stress busters My mother-in-law and I both love to watch Hallmark movies all year, especially during the holidays (or Christmas in July!). There’s something about wholesome …
Showing love can be easy and really reach your kids – even teens! Follow these two simple keys for success today.
Self Concept Rather, I’m saying that God made our children the way they are on purpose (Psalm 139:13). He has a perfect plan for their lives (Jeremiah 29:11). The world is going to tell our kids they aren’t enough – not good enough, skinny enough, fun enough, smart enough, happy …
3 Secrets to Encouraging Your Child’s Self Concept Read more »
Self care ideas don’t have to be complicated and you don’t have to leave the house for them. Here’s a quick list of things you can do TODAY to begin relaxing.
Saying thank you can take lots of forms. Get your list of over 20 creative and fun ways to say thanks here.
Growing Up with Christmas Christmas at my house growing up was a wonderful affair. For weeks leading up to it, Mom would bake Christmas cookies. She would put them in big containers and freeze them as they cooled. Sometime after Thanksgiving, we would decorate the house and the tree. Christmas …