Raising kids. Keeping House. Choosing joy, every day.
One of God’s greatest gifts to us is the gift of godly friendships. There is nothing like being able to laugh, cry, learn, lean, be a sounding board for, and encourage a friend. But in our busy world, we tend to not “tend this garden” …
I love observing older women and learning how to act from them (and how not to act!). I was recently chatting with another pastor’s wife and was thanking her for being such a good example to me. Her life is characterized by a walk that fears God: humility, kindness, goodness and a life free …
“Thou that hast given so much to me, Give one thing more–a grateful heart: Not thankful when it pleaseth me, As if thy blessings had spare days, But such a heart whose Pulse may be Thy Praise.” ~~George Herbert 1593-1633
So yesterday I told you how I do not do it all. here And I still got email! So, I just want to explain. On the days when we do “crafts” for Christmas, that is pretty much all we do. Oh, we make our beds and …
Today we have my friend Elizabeth from Dogfur and Dandelions guest posting. I told you about Elizabeth, her long term illness and her ministry to women a few weeks back, remember? I was so blessed by this piece! Enjoy!! ********************************************************************** Fear. Worry. Discouragement. Frustration. Self-Pity. …
Today, I am excited to have my friend Crystal Joos guest posting. I had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Crystal a few weeks back while we were on vacation, and we had an enjoyable chat about children, homeschooling, and ministry. I know …
Sarah Hudson is guest posting today. She is an “IRL” friend (in real life), a missionary wife and fellow home schooling mother. (She is also one of the most hospitable people I know, and I am always amazed at how she serves others through hospitality.) …
A Wise Woman knows that her actions have consequences. I grew up in an agricultural family, so I am familiar with the concept of sowing and reaping. For every action, there is an opposite and equal reaction. Prov. 22:3 A prudent man sees danger and …
Today we have a guest post from my friend and Evangelist’s wife, Emily Washer. “Great Expectations?” To-do lists always look most feasable in the morning, right? If you are like me, I begin planning my day before my husband and kids wake up. In the …