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Montessori Baby: Sensory Play and Salt Dough Handprints
As I've mentioned in the past, I try my best to find the joy in the mundane. Sometimes it's tough to remember to stop and explain what you're doing to your little one (even if they may not completely...
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I'm not dead, I promise...though Boober warned me of death and pestilence.
Wow, that was a totally unplanned sabbatical I took from writing! Probably won't be the last time, not gonna lie. After all - men plan, God laughs.So it's the day after Thanksgiving - and guess...
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Fat Tuesday: The holidays are a horrible time to lose weight.
Although I've been neglecting my blog, I haven't totally forgotten my Fat Tuesday purpose. I've lost about seven pounds so far. Usually I wouldn't be too excited about seven pounds, but given it's...
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Dude stole my trapper-keeper. Somewhere, Lisa Frank weeps.
Have you ever been sad about something and then realized it happened for the better? I love those moments. It's those moments that make the totally annoying, borderline trite expression 'everything...
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"I got chills, they're multiplyin'"
This is a re-post...because I'm doing a new Bible study, and we've been asked to share our Jesus stories. You know you want to read it again - so...you're welcome. ;)---Before I get to the meat of...
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Oprah Moment, Anyone? #Empowered
Whenever I hear the word 'empowered' - I literally see a picture of Oprah in my head. Anyone else?Just me?Ahem. Moving on.For anyone that doesn't know (which is probably pretty much everyone) I...
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Pass the Sprinkles
I don't know about you, but I often find myself completely obsessed with my task list. Lists are a big part of my life, whether mental or hand-written. As useful as they can be at times, they can also...
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What did I just do?
I was totally honored when Beth Kinder over at Remade Ministries asked me to guest post on her blog. Head on over and visit me. :)Bring chocolate.Now, for some shameless plugs!If you happen to live...
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Better late than never! (aka HURRY!) Rhinestone Jesus
Ok, I'll admit...when I heard 'Rhinestone Jesus' I thought...Seriously? Images of a bedazzled Jesus popped into my head and I was totally perplexed as to what that title could possible mean. Imagine...
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Bring it Down About Ten Notches
If there's one thing I do extremely well, it's anxiety. Honestly. I even have a t-shirt with this on it:I look really good in it, too. It just 'fits', if you know what I mean.Want to know what I do...
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Go Ahead and Rain on My Parade
Last week I was totally blessed to hear the news that I'd be guest blogging for Eco Chic this summer! Eco Chic is a family boutique out in California that focuses on quality product, community support...
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Hell Week: Surviving the Stomach Virus
Hi everyone - don't forget to come see me over at Eco Chic this summer! I love their message of wellness and community that is so prevalent. ---Disclaimer: This post is not for the...
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Why We Montessori
Hey guys! I'm blogging over at EcoChic this summer...you should totally go check out their site and see what they're all about. If wellness and supporting local businesses is your thing - EcoChic is...
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Fly By Blogging: My Journey Out of Hiding
Just wanted to drop in to the blogosphere to point you over to an amazing piece of writing by my friend, Staci, over at Remade. Talk about faith over fear! If you've ever had any issues with...
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Don't Panic
Being a mom is hard enough.The other night I was lying in bed and I picked up a book that I’ve been wanting to finish reading for ages and just kept putting aside.“Mere Christianity” by C.S. Lewis, if...
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Go Ahead, Hug a Monster
This weekend I learned a valuable lesson from my toddler. It almost seems as if I’m learning as much from him as he is from me these days, though I think his lessons may be far more profound!This...
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Redefining Obedience
Personal confession time: Do you know who the hardest person for me to obey is?God.Growing up in a legalistic church the message was pretty simple - obey, or burn! God gave a book with a list of...
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End the Glorification of Busy
There isn’t much I hate worse than the glorification of busy. Perhaps it’s because my love language is quality time.There really isn’t much worse of a feeling (for me) than someone telling you they are...
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Resurrection Time?
I can't just pick up where I left off without saying...It's been almost a year since I last updated.A YEAR. Wow. And honestly I only stopped back because I noticed my page views jumped...most likely...
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Let's Be Real: Conviction Can Be Just as Scary as Condemnation
Have you ever tried to read chapter 40 of Ezekiel? No? Me either.Ok, yes I have. I usually get about as far as verse 5 before I start becoming wary. By verse 7 I'm staring in confusion, and around...
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Darkness, Depression and All the Other Things Christians Hate to Talk About
Disclaimer: This is a post that could be triggering to those with Depression - though I hope the only thing it triggers is healing <3---Being a believer does not make life any easier.Belief in God...
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Sometimes, He Doesn't Speak
And Elisha said to her, "What shall I do for you? Tell me; what have you in the house?" And she said, "Your servant has nothing in the house but a jar of oil." 2 Kings 4:2It's around 7 AM and I've...
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Guest Post: Talents
It's been awhile, I know. And some day soon, I'll explain! But right now...I'm guest-posting over at My Messy Desk...so go check it out, or start reading below.---Talent (Greek; n. talanton —...
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Memory Lane: Weight Loss
Can we just talk about this post for a second? That time I figured out the miracle of weight loss? No joke, that post gets more attention (still) today than anything I've ever written. Ha!Maybe I...
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