Our kids grow up so fast. Despite how busy we often get with day to day life, we moms need to remember that truth as our children race through childhood.
Personal Development
Perseverance Pays Off!
Whether you’re trying to learn to play a musical instrument or training to do pull ups, nothing beats the power of perseverance.
Surviving divorce – a Devotional
Today’s devotion is for those who’ve gone through a divorce and are still struggling with pain, anxiety, and uncertainty about the future.
Perfect life, yet still depressed
Sometimes we need a helping hand and a shoulder to lean on. Someone that will listen without judgement. Someone who will empathize.
Wisdom of the Youth – Apology accepted!
Some lessons take longer than others to learn and having a heart of forgiveness is often one of those lessons. In theory it is quite simple – just let it go. There is however a little weed called self-righteousness that somehow manages to suffocate the simplicity right out of forgiveness…
Having An Attitude Of Gratitude
Having an attitude of gratitude is a choice. When we take God at His word, that He works all things together for our good, that He wants to give us a hope and a future, then we too can give thanks in the midst of the storms. The truth is, if you look, there is always something to be grateful for.
Personal Best
When it comes to exercise and healthy living, it’s pretty easy to gauge your progress. You can track if you’re eating less calories, lifting more, running faster, getting leaner, etc. Making progress can be very satisfying. Unfortunately, it’s not always quite as easy to track progress in some of the other areas of life that I’m trying to improve.
Do You Ever Envy The Simplicity Of A Friend’s Life?
When I look back at my life maybe 10 years ago, I often wished, no prayed that life could just be a little less complicated. If only my life could be a little easier. I remember listening to this teaching about how everything happens for a reason. Everything will work out in the end.
‘Why don’t you come walk a mile in my shoes?’ I remember thinking.
Nail That Job Interview!
Preparation steps for the job interview so you’ll be less nervous, and show why you’re the perfect candidate for the position.
Anger Management
What happens when an Octopus gets angry?
Running On Empty – Feeling Burned Out!
When you’re really busy, it’s easy to rob time from the very things that will keep your energy levels up, and soon you find yourself running on empty.
Fighting Fair – Conflict Resolution
Learning to resolve marital conflict wasn’t something that came naturally to me. Fortunately, conflict resolution is something you can learn and even get good at.
Is Your Past Destroying Your Future?
If you’ve had a difficult childhood, or have suffered from abuse in the past, there is hope. Your future can be bright and full of promise!
My phone is on silent and my inbox is full!
I haven’t really shared anything for a while, and I’m not sure if anyone even noticed. Life get’s busy. For everyone. So much so that I sometimes feel like speaking in nothing more than three word sentences, forcing some simplicity into my life.
Gardening – Marigolds and Marriage
In a way our garden has become symbolic of my marriage. Giving, taking, lovingly and gladly sacrificing to make it all grow.
Stray Dog Strut – A Rescue Dog Story
When Peach showed up, she was a stray dog in terrible shape in need of a lot of attention. She’s got a wonderful spirit and has made an amazing recovery!
It’s a Dog’s Life
Our family has gone to the dogs. Or have they come to us? It doesn’t matter, either way, we are a dog family! The population of the furry members of our family fluctuates over time; the wise older ones show the young ones the ropes, the young ones ever eager to play and find mischief. […]
Hiking in Mpumalanga
Gorges, plateaus, mountain streams and water falls, bushpigs, ticks, rain, mud, and a whole lot of fun. A weekend family hiking trip in Mpumalanga, South Africa.
