Best of 2010: Be a Yes Mom!

For the past two summers I’ve ran a post on being a “Yes Mom.”    It’s proven to be a very popular post that I thought would also be appropriate during Christmas break.  Last summer my boys ran inside and said, “Mom, mom…it’s...

Best of 2010: Homemade Costs Less

At the beginning of the year I shared with you the ministry transition that Mark and I felt God leading us to make.  Mark resigned from his pastoral ministry and we are now speaking, writing, and encouraging families through Hearts at Home full-time….with a...

Best of 2010: Don’t Make a Mountain Out of a Molehole

So after school today one of my son’s friends told him that I was the coolest mom ever.  Why?  Because I didn’t get mad when Austin somewhat inconvenienced me.Now I can tell you that there have been many times that I didn’t handle that kind...

Best of 2010: Homemade Freezer Cookies

I have a confession to make.  If there’s sugar in the house, I have no self-control.  Seriously…I’ve learned that the only way to stay true to a healthy diet is to keep sweet treats out of the house.But I don’t want to deprive my kids...

Friday’s Quote of the Week

“The greatest gift you will ever receive will never be found under a Christmas tree. It is far too valuable to be stored in any other place but in the depths of your heart.”...

Some gifts left to give…

I shared these thoughts in the Hearts at Home eNews last week and I don’t usually repeat myself from the eNews to the blog. However, I thought this message is important enough to repeat for the handful of you who receive both publications and to share them with...

A Message From God

Here are some beautiful words from God’s word for you and me today:“God’s miracles are staggering, His wonders are surprising. His kingdom lasts and lasts, His sovereign rule goes on...

What is on your "not-to-do" list this week?

So my brain is running in several directions today…where to start?  I have a couple of good deals for you today and a question that I’d really love for you to answer!First, if you’ve been thinking about getting our book Living With Less So Your...

Six Ways to Bless a Stranger During the Holidays

During the holiday season, we come in touch with a lot of people attending school programs, community events, and shopping.  The holidays is also a time when some people find themselves very lonely because they are away from family. Today I’m going to...

Six Words No Parent Should Ever Say

Did you know there are six words no parent should ever say? These six words—when put together—can almost always make a liar out of you. Want to know what these words are?My-child-would-never-do-that.These words will always come back to haunt any parent who ignorantly...

Friday’s Quote of the Week

“Consider owning a ‘Celebrate!’ or ‘You’re Special!’ plate for those meals when you want to honor a family member or...

A Message From God

Here are some beautiful words from God’s word for you and me today:“I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?”...

Five Christmas Gifts You Can Give That Don’t Cost A Thing

If you’re committed to staying within a tight budget this Christmas, you may want to consider some gift options that don’t cost a dime, but could mean the world to your loved ones. Too often we think a gift has to be purchased when in reality, if we think...

A Message From God

Here are some beautiful words from God’s word for you and me today:“I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?”...