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Happy Holidays Or Merry Christmas?

It’s that time of year again – the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. And for some folks, a yuletide debate— to say Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays? It’s been happening for some time now; more and more people have given up the traditional ‘Merry Christmas’ greeting. It’s even a rule in some places of work. That their employees are not allowed to wish anyone a Merry Christmas but must use…

Christmas Desktop Wallpaper PNG Download

Book Review: Girl-To-Girl 60 Mother-Daughter Devotions For A Closer Relationship and Deeper Faith— By; Stacey And Bekah Pardoe

I was honored to participate on the launch team for this great book. My heart was warmed throughout my participation. I had so much fun getting to know Stacey and Bekah more intimately. This was such a refreshing mother-daughter devotional to read. Tweens and their mothers will love this, written by tween daughter and mother. Stacey and Bekah are so entuned to one another. I felt like I was…

Let’s Take A Gratitude Quote Walk {{Sweet Tea & Friends November Link-Up}}

It’s that time of year again. Throughout the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons, busy though it may be, it’s time we often take moments to slow down and pause and reflect on the simple things. Let’s take a walk, pause, and reflect upon some gratitude quotes Sweet Tea & Friends is a MONTHLY PARTY and will run from 1:00 am on the 1st of every month through 11:55 pm on the 21st of the month.  To…

Fruit Of The Spirit Affirmations— Faithfulness

Continuing onward in our look at each of the fruits of the Holy Spirit and how affirming them cultivates intentional mindfulness within us. Affirmations are a statement intended to provide encouragement, emotional support, or motivation,  In Philippians 4:8, Paul gives us instructions on what we should think or meditate about.  “And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your…

Sustaining Friendships From Midlife And Beyond— A Woman’s Guide{{Sweet Tea & Friends October Link Up}}

Have you ever been in Girl Scouts? I bet even if you haven’t, you know someone who was. And I bet you know this tune from the friendship song. Make new friends, but keep the old. One is silver; the other is gold. Admit it; you sang that line, didn’t you? I know I did. Friendships are such a treasure; some come into our lives for just a season, while others last our lifetime. But Sometimes As…

God In The Details Phone Wallpaper

God In The Details Phone Wallpaper

A Prayer That Got Answered In An Unexpected Way

“Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.” Mark 11:24 —NIV Have you ever prayed for many days, months, or even years for help during a situation, troubled season, or circumstance, or praying for family or friends to find God? Here’s a story about a prayer that got answered in an unlikely way. It was a prayer from my Mom to…

I’ll Love You Forever, And I’ll Like You For Always {{Sweet Tea & Friends September Link Up}}

Have you ever read Love You Forever By Robert N. Munsch to your children or grandchildren? It’s a tear-inducing book. I always got teary-eyed when reading this to my kids when they were little. It’s about a mother and her baby son. At each stage of her son’s life— infant, toddler, preschooler, youngster, teenager, college student, then a father himself. At each stage, no matter how big he grew,…

I Can Show You

This post is part of the Five Minute Friday blog link-up. Where I join up with a community of writers and bloggers of all ages and stages who gather around a single word prompt to free-write, unscripted, unedited, for five minutes. This week’s word prompt is {SHOW} Kate said SHOW I can SHOW you — A picture — How to make a craft — Which way to go — Steps to make a recipe — How to change a…

Intentionally Cleaning Out My “Shoulds”

It’s that time again when we join to share our monthly reports with the #OneWordCommunity over at Lisa Notes. We share how we discover, learn and grow with our Word Of The Year. So I have to tell you, I had no idea what I would write about this month— UNTIL. I read Lauren Sparks’ update on her One Word 2022 REST. Her article titled What Should We Do With “Should” hit me like a ton of bricks.…

The God Who Stays

“You’re such a blubbering mess; Jesus has us,” I say to my dog as her tongue sticks to my arm while driving. She’s been riding in the car with me several times a week for a few years now. And she’s not a fan of car rides. She throws fur, drools, shakes, and yes, when she’s close enough to me, her tongue sticks to my arm.  The funny thing is…. I would love if you continue reading the article Here…

My Creator Shepherds Me Through Seasons Of Grief {{Sweet Tea & Friends August Link Up}}

In all parts of life, God teaches us many lessons and prepares us for tough times. Grieving because of losing a loved one is one of those tough times. I admit that my grief is one of the hardest things to overcome, but I know I can make it through challenging times. When you think of grief, do your thoughts take you to memories of a loved one who passed away? What about a loved one who…

It’s that time again when we share how things are going with our One Word for the year. You can join or read to see how others are doing with their one word HERE @ Lisa Notes ONE Word Community. I’ve been taking time lately to reflect on joy intentionally. My heart has been feeling weighed down lately. Not about any one thing in particular. Several things come to mind. I seek Jesus in my every…

Peace When Things Seem Tough

“And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:7— NIV There’s an old hymn titled; It Is Well With My Soul. You might recognize some of the lyrics… When peace like a river attendeth my wayWhen sorrows like sea billows rollWhatever my lot, Thou hast taught me to sayIt is well, it is well with my soulIt is well (it…

Five Minute Friday — 20 Interesting Things About The Bible

This post is part of the Five Minute Friday blog link-up. Where I join up with a community of writers and bloggers of all ages and stages who gather around a single word prompt to free-write, unscripted, unedited, for five minutes. This week’s prompt I’d {Twenty} This did take longer than 5 minutes to write. I thought these facts are neat. These facts are from various sources around the web.…