25 Ways to Breathe Life Into Your Day Do you go through your day drained and exhausted? As a mom of ten kids, I understand. There is always so much to do, it’s hard to slow down … let alone stop to catch a breath. But as moms we need that. We need refreshment. We… [Continue Reading]
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Ignite Your Child’s Mind with Hands-On History Kits
Sonlight’s Hands-On History Kits are here and we are so excited! We brought our kids home to homeschool after adoption. Because the older girls had been in public school all their lives they had an idea of what school looked like—lots of lessons and worksheets and counting down the hours until they can play. When… [Continue Reading]
#WalkItOut Podcast 063: Becky Kopitzke
#WalkItOut Podcast 63: Becky Kopitzke Do you get cranky? All of us get cranky once in a while. Today I have special guest Becky Kopitzke to talk about just that — getting cranky! Her new book The Cranky Mom Fix: How to Get a Happier, More Peaceful Home by Slaying the “Momster” in All of… [Continue Reading]
5 Grand Ways Kids Can Love Their Grandparents
This summer as your kids are searching for something to beat the boredom, it’s a great opportunity to teach your kids how to love their grandparents. Did you know? 10% of American children live with one or more grandparents. 1. Send them a letter. Even if they live nearby and even though it may cost mere cents,… [Continue Reading]
#WalkItOut Podcast 062: Dave Donaldson
#WalkItOut Podcast 62: Dave Donaldson & Wendell Vinson You know that anything that has to do with serving our community — reaching out to those in need, loving on foster kids, really gets me excited. When Dave and Wendell’s book, City Serve: Your Guide to Church-Based Compassion, came across my desk, I knew I had… [Continue Reading]
#WalkItOut Podcast 061: Jonathan Pitts
#WalkItOut Podcast 61: Jonathan Pitts When I say the word “marriage” what does it make you think about? Today you’re in for a treat. We’re going to be chatting with Jonathan Pitts author of Emptied: Experiencing the Fullness of a Poured-Out Marriage. We’ll talk about marriage and the challenges that come as well as the… [Continue Reading]
7 Prayers to Say for Your Children
7 Prayers to Say for Your Children So many times I find myself praying for the same things for my children. That they are healthy. That they are safe. That they are obedient. The other day I was reading the Bible, and I came upon Philippians 1:9-11: I pray that your love will overflow more… [Continue Reading]
#WalkItOut Podcast 060: Margaret Feinberg
#WalkItOut Podcast 60: Margaret Feinberg Today we are gathering around the table at the Walk It Out podcast. We’re going to be talking about food, community, conversations, gathering around the table, and about the symbolism in the Word of God around food. My guest today is Margaret Feinberg and we’re going to be talking about… [Continue Reading]
Celebrate Juneteenth & Foster The Reconciliation Our Country Needs
Today we celebrate Juneteenth–the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. It was on June 19th in 1865 that the Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, landed at Galveston, Texas with news that the war had ended and that the enslaved were now free. It’s impossible to understand this holiday and… [Continue Reading]
A Summer Cookie Recipe
During the summer my kids are like little mice–always in the kitchen scurrying around to find a snack. They especially love a sweet summer treat. Of course, chocolate chip cookies are a favorite for us so I thought I’d share a cookie recipe guest post from Lathe Weymouth. It’s one that is a sure winner… [Continue Reading]
#WalkItOut Podcast 059: Kate Battistelli
#WalkItOut Podcast 59: Kate Battistelli Do you have part of your story that you’ve held back? Maybe you’re scared to share a part of your life because you made a mistake. You feel shame, you feel guilt, you’re worried about what other people will say. I have had many of those stories in my life…. [Continue Reading]