Reaping a Harvest
Do you ever get weary in doing good? Do you feel no matter how hard you fight that you just cannot win? Do you think about giving up? There are times in our lives when we hear God calling us to do...
View ArticleWise Tip Wednesday – Ready for Some College Football?
My hubby and blessings had been counting down the days until college football season. They love everything about college football, especially University of South Carolina Gamecock football! I enjoy...
View ArticleThankfulness Thursday – Luck or Sovereignty?
In no way, shape, or form am I superstitious. I believe in the sovereign Lord God Almighty, creator and divine over everything. There is no such thing as coincidence, chance, karma, luck, horoscopes,...
View ArticleWise Tip Wednesday – What Are Whole Foods & Clean Eating?
For the past five years I have been slowly, but surely converting to a whole foods/clean eating lifestyle. I’ve discovered some of my health issues are related to or affected by food. When I eat...
View ArticleAs Free as a Bird
Birds are fascinating creations from God. I have several bird feeders in my yard and I enjoy watching the birds. It’s a beautiful pastime watching them gracefully flying free in the beautiful sky God...
View ArticleParenting, Relationships, Money, Politics–What’s the Connection?
I’ve had quite a few topics on my mind lately, particularly parenting, relationships, money, and politics. As I’ve been seeking God’s wisdom and guidance in these issues, I’ve realized they have one...
View ArticleTasteful Tuesday – Super Easy & Healthy Homemade Bread
I have experimented with what seems like hundreds of homemade bread recipes, but I think I’ve finally found my favorite. It is the master recipe from Healthy Bread in Five Minutes a Day: 100 New...
View ArticleWhy Don’t Moms Take Better Care of Themselves?
Why don’t we take better care of ourselves? That is an excellent question. I don’t really have any answers. I do know as women we typically put others before ourselves. As reflected in Proverbs 31, we...
View ArticleIt’s Fall Y’all! Time to Decorate!
Fall and Spring are my favorite seasons for many reasons (no rhyme intended). I love Spring because of new life, Easter, budding flowers, open windows, milder weather so I can finally wear my beloved...
View ArticleHurtful, Hopeless…
Okay, I apologize in advance for the whiny nature of this post, but I simply have to write it. Politics and elections are hurtful and seem hopeless. How? When people say they support me as a...
View ArticleIt’s Fall Y’all–Time to Decorate
Well, I finally finished decorating for one of my very favorite seasons: FALL! In a previous post I shared with you some ideas I pinned from some awesome sites and Pinterest. Now I’ll share with you...
View ArticleParisian Birthday Party
I cannot believe my piggy-tailed, freckle-faced little girl is sixteen! It just so hard to fathom. She is not one to like a big fuss being made over her or to have a large party. She asked for a...
View ArticleNew Design
Well it was time for a change. I felt my my blog was becoming a little too busy, so I decided to simplify the design. I hope it makes posts and information easier for you to read. I look forward to...
View ArticleFinancial Security
“You believe your wealth will buy security, putting your family’s nest beyond the reach of danger” Habakkuk 2:9. We are doing a disservice to ourselves, others, and to our witness for God when we...
View ArticleThankfulness Thursday – My Debt was Paid!
We want what we think we deserve. I’ll tell you what I think I deserve: to be forsaken, tortured, spat upon, beaten, whipped, nailed and hung on a cross and crucified for my sins. Guess what—By the...
View Article24 Names of Jesus Ornaments
In years past we’ve used a Jesse Tree and devotions during the Christmas season. This year, as I was pinning some of my favorite Christmas crafts I came across a picture of some beautifully crafted...
View ArticleChristmas Subway Art
Proverbs 16:24 says, “Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.” There is an old proverb that says, “Words are the keys to the heart.” Words are very powerful...
View ArticleTasteful Tuesday – Granola Bars
Granola bars are a staple in our home. My children think they are the perfect snack. I used to purchase prepackaged granola bars, but I started making my own a few years ago. I’ve tried several...
View ArticleWise Tip Wednesday – Valentine’s Wreath for All Seasons
I am completely obsessed with wreaths! I have a collection hanging on the walls of my garage for storage when not in use. I’m kinda running out of room! I’ve really been trying to eliminate some of...
View ArticleValentine’s Day Tablescape
In preparation for Valentine’s Day, I spent hours thinking of the perfect decorations without breaking the budget. Valentine’s Day is a time for love. True love, God’s love, is the most important...
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