Every year I take part in the age-old custom of resolution creation. Unfortunately, they are almost always the same, which means I did not reach them the year before. This year is different… It is not different because I have all new resolutions, although there are a few fresh on the list. 2014 will be […]
Finding My Father
I sat crying while he packed his belongings into brown cardboard boxes. He didn’t say a word. I whispered, “Don’t ever forget me.” It was the only time I ever saw my dad cry. Tears streamed down his face as he tried to convince me my fears were unwarranted. They weren’t. He quickly forgot all […]
Personalized Teacher Gifts
These cute, monogrammed candy dishes are easy to make, personalized gifts for teachers, neighbors, or anyone else on your Christmas list. I purchased a variety of glass containers and candlestick holders at Hobby Lobby: Using Amazing Goop Craft Glue, attach the glass containers to the candlestick holders. Allow to dry completely. You may want to […]
His Grace Covers
This week’s topic is incredibly difficult for me to share. We are to discuss a time we blew it and how God’s grace and mercy saved us. I have so very many of those times in my past (and present). I really wanted to write about how I haven’t been inside my church building in […]
Inner Beauty Mirror
My daughter has recently moved home and I wanted to make her something special for her room. On her mission trip to Swaziland, Africa last summer, she came across a beautiful Bible verse about the importance of inner beauty in God’s sight. I thought this would be perfect for a mirror to remind her what’s […]
#IAmNot
I failed. Again… Over the last 11 years, I have gained and lost the same 80 pounds far too many times. I gained over 100 when I got pregnant with my son. I’m fairly certain by the time they are in 5th grade you can no longer label it “baby weight.” After my 31 Days […]