“We cannot avoid pain, but we can avoid joy. Our inward joy does not have to reflect our outward circumstances. The pursuit of joy is a matter of choice.” – Mary Southerland I recently shared that quote on Facebook and had someone reply, “But...
This blog post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy here. Did you know that in 2017, the world’s most popular porn website had 80 million daily visits? Did you know 90% of teens and 96% of young adults are either encouraging, accepting, or neutral...
It’s vacation season, isn’t it? My feed has been full of ocean pictures and sandy beaches lately! And while all that ocean scenery is beautiful, can you imagine if you built your family a house right on the beach? Not along the beach, but right on the sand itself. ...
Welcome to our second bonus episode of the No More Perfect Podcast! I like to surprise you with a little extra, bite-size podcast goodness every once and a while that’s quick to listen to and helpful for your life. Just to say thank you! And today we’re...
We all need each other. In good times and bad, we’re designed to live in community with other people. More than anything, when we care for one another, we’re Jesus with skin on. No friend will ever forget a time when you were Jesus to them. In my Better Together book,...
Welcome to our first bonus episode of the No More Perfect Podcast! I just wanted to express my gratitude for your support of this podcast with a little extra, bite-size podcast goodness that’s quick to listen to and helpful for loving your life. I hope you...
Looking for ideas to keep the kids busy without screens? We have you covered! Our free printable gives you 30 activities that don’t include screens. And if you’re looking for even more encouragement for managing screens, make sure you check out this...
Take a look at this picture. The desk on the left is Mark’s. The one on the right is mine. This, my friends, is the difference between innies and outies. Innies tend to file. Outies tend to pile. I first talked about innies and outies in my Better Together book...
Easter is around the corner. If you venture into any store even in this #COVID-19 reality, you’ll still find eggs, bunnies, and jelly beans everywhere you go. It’s definitely a holiday that has been commercialized for children and it’s easy to get...
I love when the kids just play well together, but that doesn’t happen forever. It’s helpful to have some suggested activities in your back pocket. I’d love to hear your ideas too! Please leave them as comments! Uno Solitaire (with real cards) Bundle...
It happens to the best of us. We’re handling life well until one of our kids just pushes us right over the edge. We’re no longer talking in our sugary sweet voice that seemed to be helping us keep our anger under control. Now we’re yelling and the...
Three times this week I’ve received an email or Facebook message from someone who has a friend whose husband has left. Because I’ve walked through that horrible experience, each of these women are asking, “How can I help my friend?” It is truly...
It all started with a picture and comment my friend and coworker, Connie, put on Facebook. I like my little Living With Less So Your Family Has More car, but honestly I get razzed about it all the time. “What CEO drives a 23 year old car?” I’ve been...
Sex…I could go the rest of my life without it!” I said to my husband, Mark, as we drove up to the bed-and-breakfast we had reserved for a two-day getaway. “I have no desire. I’m so tired, and I can’t seem to ever meet your needs!”...
Today’s guest post is by Bill and Pam Farrel, the authors of 10 Questions Kids Ask About Sex. ************************************************ Ever feel a lump in your throat when your child asks, “Where do babies come from?” or your tween or teen have numerous...
