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Dealing with Difficult Family During the Holidays

This week on Facebook, I answered a readers question about dealing with miserable family members during the holiday. Her joy was zapped out of her and she was dreading the upcoming Christmas “festivities” because of that ONE person. This person was harsh, abrasive and rude …

Dealing With Our Mini-Sin {in the Wake of Such Great Sin}

“The breakdown of the family.” “The lack of access to mental health help.” “Guns.” “Violent video games.” “Taking God out of the public arena.” These are all reasons I have heard this weekend for the events of last Friday. I am still numb and really …

How Mary Is My Role Model

In the weeks leading up to Christmas, many of us moms find ourselves teaching our kids about the birth of Jesus Christ. We find ourselves talking about young Mary and her poor economic state, and Joseph’s kindheartedness, not wanting to expose Mary to ridicule by …

Three Free Printable Christmas Tags, Tasha Tudor Style

I have also been getting ready for our annual Doll’s Christmas Tea Party.  I finished up my invitations. Here is the Tasha Tudor inspired watercolor border I painted for the invitation. I inserted the words in the sky. Feel free to use it for your own …

How to Holiday-Proof Your Mind and Heart

God’s Word warns us not to love the world or the things of the world, yet I find that during the Christmas season, it is hardest for me to not become entrapped by the worlds philosophy and focus (worldliness). It is tempting to allow my …

Forgetting Christ At Christmas

I am embarrassed to admit that it is easy for me to forget Christ during the Christmas season. It is easier to focus on my to-do list than on my Savior. There are presents to be bought and wrapped, Christmas cards to be addressed and …

What Others are Saying about Merry Christmas, Meager Budget {Review Line-up!}

Here are a few reviews of our new ebook Merry Christmas, Meager Budget from around the web. Thankful for these women who have taken the time to read and comment on our new ebook. It is on sale for $4.99 and there is still plenty of …

Family Photos of our Thanksgiving Break

  You all know that I took a blogging break while Rebekah was home for Thanksgiving. We **loved** every minute of her time at home. It went so fast. AND, as you might imagine, I took a lot of pics while the five kids were …

What Happens When God Answers NO.

  What is your reaction when God seems to answer “No” to your requests? This week has been full of conversations with women who seem to be getting a  “No” from God despite their earnest prayer. They’ve asked for: extra work to help ease financial …

Involving Children In Holiday Goodwill

During the holidays, I have found that because I am busier than normal, I am more tempted to do things myself rather than involving my kids. Time is limited, and I want to get things done efficiently, neatly and move on to the next task. …