This week is a hard week for our family. My daughter, Erica, is saying goodbye to her husband of just a little less than a year. Kendall is deploying to Iraq for a year. He’s part of the clean up crew that is bringing a close to U.S. troops in...
The winners of the What Women Want Now Expo giveaway are:2 All Access VIP Passes go to Tristi! Girlfriend Pack of Four Tickets goes to email address Lbngb93! I’m sending an email to both of you with instructions on how to get get your tickets!...
For my Central Illinois blog world friends…today you have the chance to win one of two giveaways to the What Women Want Now Expo on Saturday, September 25 at the Coliseum in Bloomington!The first package consists of two VIP All Access passes to the entire...
When Mark and I teach our marriage seminars we talk about “McDonald’s Drive-Thru” listening. Today’s Marriage Monday is all about reflective listening.Mark says…When Jill and I were in our difficult season of marriage–between...
“Over-commitment kills relationships and steals...
Last week my father sent me a You Tube video that was incredibly powerful for me. I knew that I just had to share it with you, too.
Yesterday my daughter’s blog post was a powerful one. I asked her if I could share it with you today and she gave me permission to do so. May you be both encouraged and challenged by the thoughts she shares:Current Status: No MarginBy Anne McClaneOver the last...
Mark and I spent much of this past weekend cleaning out our attic. At one point Mark exclaimed…”Hey, where did you find my soldering iron?” I pointed to where I’d found it. He continued with, “I’ve looked and looked for that and I...
At the beginning of the summer, Mark and I announced a Marriage Getaway Giveaway. We encouraged couples to do at least a one night overnight together (either going away for one night or having the kids go somewhere for the night and staying home alone!)....
“To enjoy this season of mothering, identify the challenges and then choose to focus on the...
We’re back into the school routine already, but I thought I’d take a few minutes to share with you some of our summer family pics!Rilyn age 3 monthsKolya, Vladik (our Ukrainian son-for-the-summer) and Austin visiting Metropolis, ILVladik and Kolya...
On Saturday I had the privilege of watching a friend’s 3-month-old for about 7 hours. It took me back to the good ‘ole days of burp rags, diaper changes, and very little time for myself. I agreed to babysit with two days notice…enough time...
In marriage, it’s the little things that make a big difference. Today’s Marriage Monday explores the little choices we make everyday that can impact our marriage relationship.Mark says…Last night Jill went walking with a friend. When she...
“So don’t be anxious about tomorrow. God will take care of your tomorrow too. Live one day at a...
Sandra Joseph is a popular Hearts at Home workshop speaker. Today’s post comes from her heart…As a Mom you’ve experienced that woman in the grocery store, You know, that one that tells you to treasure every moment of your child’s life because it goes so...
