Natural Pregnancy – Creating the Safest Place for Your Little One
It's kinda interesting - I talk with women who research pregnancy and what to do and what not to do until they're exhausted from all the info. And then I talk to women who don't do a bit of research, or ask questions. They just "keep on, keepin' on." There can, obviously, be pros and cons to both ends of this … [Read More...]
Set Apart – A Proverbs 31 Devotional Ebook Launch
Have you ever read Proverbs 31 and felt inspired? ....and then ready to quit at the "she rises while it is yet night" portion? Does the long list of things she does overwhelm you with reminders of what you don't? I hear ya! And this is why I'm so excited about this Proverbs 31 devotional: Proverbs 31 is a beautiful … [Read More...]
Homemade Southwest Spicy Ranch Dressing
Did you know homemade dressings are one of the easiest condiments to make yourself? It's true. I can easily whip up a batch of salad dressing in just a couple of minutes! I don't know why I spent so many years purchasing costly pre-made salad dressings that are filled with nasties and not nearly as flavorful. Never mind, … [Read More...]
Not My Kid! A Mother’s Look at Sexual Temptation and Sin in the Home
"Mom, what's sex?" Gulp. I wasn't ready for this question from my 9-year-old. He was my firstborn and I knew questions about sexual temptation would come, but I didn't know when. I mumbled something about that being a great question that would be good to talk over sometime when Daddy was home and could he go and check on … [Read More...]
How Many Cups in a Quart?
Yes, I should know this. I should probably know a lot of other things, too. But when I have a toddler holding onto my ankles asking for a drink, another crying from an owie and a third repeating the same phrase over and over until I acknowledge her - all while I'm trying to get the gosh darn recipe together before … [Read More...]
“Jesus Loves Me, Mama!”
It wasn't a particularly trying day. Well, until I got the text that said he'd be home late. And then, all of a sudden, my day was going horribly. It took my two-year-old son to remind me that Jesus loves me - and him! - even in the midst of my sin and anger. Our day started out like normal - nurse the kiddos, … [Read More...]
How Should Porn be Handled in the Church?
Pornography is a problem everywhere, for sure. But how should porn be handled in the church? How should it be dealt with in the community of believers, the household of faith? For many, the answer is simple: Do nothing. Say nothing. Don't give anybody any ideas, for goodness' sake! (Interested to see just how common porn is … [Read More...]
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