Budgeting for Back-to-School Expenses I hate to say it, but back-to-school expenses are coming. Summer has been flying by and, depending on where you are, the school year is quickly creeping up on us. Here in Georgia, school started the first week of August! I know for me, last year was hard. Maybe that was… [Continue Reading]
Tricia Goyer
Don’t Give Up Too Soon on Your Marriage
Don’t Give Up Too Soon on Your Marriage It’s not our anniversary, but a good marriage is worth celebrating. And the thing is, there was a time when I felt my feelings fade. It was a busy season of homeschooling two teens and a pre-teen. John was working hard and serving in ministry. I was… [Continue Reading]
Writer Wednesday with Tricia Goyer
Today on Writer Wednesday we welcome Tricia Goyer, author of A Daring Escape. Enter below for a chance to win a copy of A Daring Escape! Winner will be e-mailed. Note: This post contains affiliate links. Writer Wednesday with Tricia Goyer: Inside A Daring Escape If you ever happen to find yourself in the Liverpool Street… [Continue Reading]
Allow God to Write Your Story
If you allow God to write your story–he will. So don’t be surprised when he shows up and shows off in a BIG way. That’s exactly what he did this week and I was so blessed by it. The Gift of Friendship To begin with, God has been so wonderful to give me a friend… [Continue Reading]
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]
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]
How to Transform your Life in 5 Minutes a Day
It may sound impossible, but I can tell you how to transform your life in 5 minutes a day. I know because it worked for me. What has completely changed my life? God’s Word! All I am and all I’ve done are a result of spending time reading God’s truth. It’s easy, simple and it… [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]
How to Balance a Busy Writing Schedule and a Busy Life
I’m a wife, homeschooling mom to ten kids (yes 10!) and best-selling author. I’ve had 60+ books published, and I lead a Teen Mom support group in inner-city Little Rock. The number one thing I’m asked by others is, “How do you do it all?” If you were to see the piles on my… [Continue Reading]
A Podcast Launch Giveaway with Joanna Weaver
I’m so excited to be an upcoming guest on Joanna Weaver’s new podcast, THE LIVING ROOM and to share with you her Podcast Launch Giveaway! In case you don’t know her, Joanna Weaver is the author of Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World, which has sold over a million copies, Having a Mary Spirit, Lazarus Awakening, and… [Continue Reading]
How to Start a Teen MOPS Group
I get emails all the time from people asking how they can start a Teen MOPS group. Well, here’s some info. How to start a Teen MOPS group: If you’ve followed me for any time on Facebook or Twitter, you’ve heard me talk about Teen MOPS. Teen MOPS is a support group for teenage… [Continue Reading]
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