I've been thinking about what I really want this Christmas ... What are the moments I want embedded in my memory from this year's celebration of Christ's birth? I've learned if I don't identify what really matters to me, I'll get consumed with the details of what time to start the sweet potato casserole and which gifts go to which gathering and ultimately miss out on the very best moments of the season. So I made a list, as we Type A people are prone to do. A list of sights and sounds I want ... [Read More]
10 Gifts for Teenage Girls under $25
While I may not be an expert on teenage boys, I do have some experience with teenage girls ... you know, what with being one once and now having one in my home. So, as promised, here is a list of 10 gifts for teenage girls {under $25!}. [For the sake of my daughter who might think this list is a hint of what's under the tree, I should say these suggestions may or may not have been purchased this year but they are based on the oohs and ahhs observed while shopping as well as hours spent ... [Read More]
10 Gifts for Teenage Boys under $25
Facts you need to know before you read any further. I am a girl. I've always been a girl and I'm a girly girl on top of that. I like pink and pretty. I know all about doing hair and nails and makeup. I know where to find the best deal on cute tights and how many bobby pins it takes to keep a cheerleader's high pony tail in tact for four basketball games. I have a girl. She's also a girly girl. She likes cute boots and comfy hoodies. Her bathroom is full of perfumes, nail polishes, and ... [Read More]
Simple Christmas {Guest Post from Tricia Goyer}
Oh y'all ... the amazing Tricia Goyer is here to encourage us today. What a gift is that?? I adore this woman who has a heart bigger than Montana and a passion for encouraging others. She's one of those people you meet and immediately know you're in the presence of someone who loves Jesus. I'm thankful to call her friend and to have her share her words with us today. Please make her feel welcome .... Do you ever wish for a simpler Christmas? Maybe you're in the midst of a troubling ... [Read More]
A Christmas Gift for Rose {book review}
Last October I met the amazing Tricia Goyer. We'd been at a conference together for three days but never spoke until we were sitting at the Harrisburg airport on the way home. We'd arrived WAY early for our shared flight out of Harrisburg and spent a couple of hours getting to know one another as we waited to board our plane. Then, we were able to spend some more time chatting as we waited for our separate connections home from Charlotte. I loved the opportunity to get to know Tricia. She ... [Read More]
Planning for the Holidays? Already?
September is almost halfway over. I've started pulling out the fall decor for my house. We're eating chili and watching football on Saturdays. I love it!! But, this heralds the beginning of the craziest season of the year ... October through December are pure chaos as far as the calendar and schedule go. Anyone else feel that way? I'm over at Not Quite Amish today sharing some tips for planning now for the holiday season you really want to have. Join me there? ... [Read More]
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