First World Problems

I had never heard the phrase “first-world problems” until just a few months ago. Maybe you’re ahead of me and you’re familiar with the phrase and maybe today is the first time you’ve heard it. Regardless, the concept of first-world...

Marriage Monday: What I Committed To When I Said I Do

Today’s post is from my friend Angie. She wrote it for our local newspaper and I told her that it had to be shared on the blog. I hope it encourages you in the same way it encouraged me! **************************************************************** I didn’t...

Quote of the Week

“The first to apologize is the bravest. The first to forgive is the strongest. The first to forget is the happiest.”                                                                                ~...

Seven Reasons Why I Have Hope in the Hardship

The hair started coming out last Thursday and by Sunday I had no choice but to shave my head to minimize the mess of hair everywhere and because I was beginning to get bald spots. Mark told me he’d go first so we’re both sporting a bald head right now. You...

No More Perfect Christians

Last week I received a Facebook message from Amber. Her story was so powerful I just knew I had to share it with you! Amber let the No More Perfect Moms message change a friend’s marriage and spark a ministry in her church.  This is a reminder that you and I can...

Quote of the Week

“Everyone goes through hard times…It’s the attitude we have when we go through them that matters most.”                                                          ~ Stormie Omartian

My Favorite Children’s Bible Story Books

Thank you to everyone who entered the giveaway and shared your ideas for telling your kids Bible stories!  If you haven’t had time to read the comments, you might want to do so because they are full of wonderful ideas on how to impart Bible stories to your kids...

Storytelling for Parents and a Giveaway

Today’s guest post is from Saundria Keck. Saundria is on the Board of Mom To Mom Ministries.  She, along with Kay Benson, is the author of Remember, and Don’t Forget: Bible Stories for Mom and Me. Passing along Bible stories is an important part of our...

What makes a marriage last 53 years?

Happy 53rd Wedding Anniversary Mom and Dad! Because I think we should always be learning from those who are farther along on the journey, I asked my parents if I could interview them today.  They were happy to oblige.   You’ve been married 53 years.  If you have...