Three days in a row out of the house is very unusual for me. I usually spend most of Sunday at church and with family or friends. Then I’m home until Thursday when I run errands while my daughters teach for a homeschool mom. I like it this way. The above graphic is how I picture myself. A little old fashioned, but comfortable with who I
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Do The Next Thing
Elizabeth Elliot has long been a favorite author of mine and where I first heard this poem. During my years as a wife, mother, and homeschool mom, it has come to my mind often and I’ve applied it to whatever overwhelming situation I find myself in. Let me know if you find it helpful too. Blessings… Do The Next Thing From an old English
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Why in the World Would You Want to do That?
There I was, at the dreaded office Christmas party. As part of his job my husband had to attend certain functions and this was one of them. I didn’t belong here with all these doctors, lawyers, and career women. No matter how I said it – housewife, homemaker, or even nest builder, there always seemed to be an “only” in front of it that made
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