(AUDIO version also available here.) I had a proud son moment yesterday. And I’ll come right out and tell you - my proudest moments as a parent have everything to do with steps and declarations of faith. I may mess up big time with these five kids or mine, but if I can get one thing right, I hope it’s leading them to know God. My oldest, Will, just got into sports a few years ago. Like many parents these days, my husband and I had to fight the new-age electronic obsession. We tried ... VIEW POST
What Team Do You Want to Be On? How about a Team that Never Makes a Cut?
Busy Is, As Busy Does. Take Back Control of Your Life.
(AUDIO Version also available here) My Grandmother used to say, “Pretty is, as pretty does.” And if I’m being honest, as a young girl, I had no idea what she was talking about. But I do now. It’s simple actually. You are only as pretty as what you do. Have you ever noticed a woman who you thought was very attractive when you first met her? But then later you got to know the real her, and she didn’t quite have attractive behavior or a very pretty heart at all. Her actions and her behavior ... VIEW POST
Are You a “People Pleaser?” Why It’s Not Easy, But You Are More Than Enough.
(Click here for Audio only version) Guilty. 100%. Well maybe 60%. I’m partially recovered thanks to age, wisdom and the grace of God. I’m not necessarily proud of this, but I’m your classic "people pleaser." We’re not all that bad though, really. In fact, we have some pretty awesome traits if I do say so myself… but… we could definitely use a little work. What does it really mean to be a “people pleaser” anyway? I label myself this all the time, as if to justify this obsessive ... VIEW POST
If You Knew Me, Maybe You Would Understand. We’re All Doing Our Best.
Click for Audio Version Do you ever feel like everyone is judging you? You know… for EVERYTHING? It absolutely wears me out. And do you feel like you constantly have to explain why you did this, and why you didn’t do that? Why are you being quiet? Why are you talking so much? It’s like no one understands… ever. To the point that you want to dig a big hole and hide in it because then maybe you won’t have to face the judgement and guilting. No. One. Understands. And that’s the ... VIEW POST
Redefining Beautiful: More Than What You See In the Mirror
This picture of me was not easy to take. At all… So why did I do it? Actually, I did it for you, and I did it for me. Let me explain.... Do you really believe you are beautiful? Do I? The vulnerable truth is… Most of the time, I’m not sure I truly do. Not in this reflection anyway. Not when I first roll out of bed in the morning in the natural state God made me. You know, a bit puffy, no make-up, unshowered, unbrushed hair, and as you see here, with this attractive belly brace on - my last ... VIEW POST
Married with Children? 10 Reasons You Need a Getaway.
I have a feeling before you even opened this you likely already came up with your "go to" excuses why you and your hubby (or wife) haven't been able to "getaway" together. If that's you, what I have to say might push a few buttons, but friends, I hope you'll read on anyway. Truth be told, I haven't mastered keeping my mouth shut when I am passionate about something, and I just so happen to be super passionate about building strong marriages. I'll even be bold enough to take it a step further... ... VIEW POST
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