A Fresh Start: Being Organized at Home, Work, Calendar

Being organized is a stress reliever. January is my month to get organized. It’s a new year with fresh opportunities, higher goals, and new beginnings. Just looking at the 2014 calendar hanging under the crumpled, too busy 2013 calendar gives me hope. organized Getting my house and especially my workspace in order is a priority. Let’s…

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Merry Christmas!

The people walking in darkness have seen a great light;
 on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned. For to us a child is born, to us a son is given,  and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called
 Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of…

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Wrapping Up the Holiday: Get Organized

Exchanging gifts reminds us of God’s Greatest Gift, Jesus Christ. The wise men travelled far to deliver gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh to the Christ Child. They each had one present to think about. Most Christmas lists are l-o-n-g! And getting those gifts organized can be stressful. Here are a few ways to alleviate…

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Thankful Hearts Share

Thankful hearts share the message of salvation with others. Share the message of Jesus with all those who gather around your Thanksgiving table. In this world of cultural demise the greatest gift you can give is the Gospel of Jesus Christ. A home where God is trusted and the Bible honored provides fertile soil to…

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Thankful Hearts Care

My husband, Scott, speaks “automotivese” fluently. I do not. Actually I’m practically illiterate when it comes to motor vehicles. I can pump gas, add washer fluid, and maybe oil but past that I leave it up to the professionals or my sweet husband. Scott recently ordered new tires for my car. I didn’t know the…

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Thankful Hearts Prepare

The forecast is for snow, three to five inches! Yes, I’m totally excited. While many consider the sloppy weather a nuisance, I love it…especially the first snow of the season. It sets my eyes and heart on the holidays, Thanksgiving and Christmas. With my eldest son away at college, I’m looking forward to Thanksgiving even…

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KNOCK IT OFF! Bullying

People of all ages bully others. It’s so sad. Have you witnessed bullying in action lately? I have. While waiting for my items to be bagged at the store a couple weeks ago I witnessed an interesting exchange. I was the last customer in line before the cashier was to go on break. He had…

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When the Bully is Yours

Yesterday, as part of National Bully Prevention Month Lori Wildneberg, my ministry partner, gave moms and dads advice on 1 Corinthians 13 Parenting on how to bully-proof kids. Being proactive is a great way to build confidence in kids. As parents and teachers, we spend a lot of time talking about what to do when…

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Cyber Bullies

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Both Lori and I have written posts addressing this topic, most recently on 1 Corinthians 13 Parenting, 6 Empowering Ways for Your Child to Deal with a Bully. The two of us had the honor of being guests on the Rita Schulte Heartline Radio Show, to speak on bullying recently too.…

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Focusing on Fussy Eaters Part 2

I hope some of the ideas from last week’s blog, Focus on Fussy Eaters, helped to tempt those fussy eaters to nibble a few new foods! Today I have a few hints from friends who have overcome finicky behaviors at the table. A mom who read the blog shared a great idea. She makes meals…

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