Too often we rush through life. We speed through our neighborhoods and cities without truly seeing what we’re passing. We don’t have time for friends, and because of that when we truly need a friend no one is around. In the Amish community, travel is done at the speed of a buggy. They attend church… [Continue Reading]
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Cultivating a Quiet Heart {Having a Mary Heart Podcast}
In the very first episode of Having a Mary Heart Podcast, Joanna Weaver interviews Tricia Goyer, author, speaker and mom of ten kids! In this video, Tricia shares “5 Tips for Cultivating a Quiet Heart in the Middle of a Crazy, Busy Life!” Check out the audio version as well as the FREE “Quiet Heart… [Continue Reading]
10 Ways to Nourish Your Creative Soul + Printable & Giveaway {by Sarah Humphrey}
Mother’s make the world go round; they really do! In so many facets of daily life, moms are the outlet that God uses to show nurture, compassion, and presence to children, both young and old. Once a mother, always a mother! Though I am probably considered a young mom, I’ve been granted the opportunity to… [Continue Reading]
Moms, A Few Things to Remember {+ FREE printable}
1. You matter. Being a good mom is important, especially for the impact you have on your child. You are significant, not because of what you do, but because of who you are. 2. You are wonderful. When you see yourself as God sees you, you don’t have to worry about an identity crisis. You… [Continue Reading]
I Only Look Like I Have it All Together
I know that most of the time I look encouraging to my online friends. Why? Well, I DO NOT want to be a complainer and whiner. I truly believe we can do more by lifting people up than tearing people down. We can also live freer by rejoicing and complaining, BUT … (Did you see… [Continue Reading]
Saving Money with Groupon Coupons
With eight kids in the house, having a budget is 100% necessary. Between summer vacation, camps, activities, food, school supplies, family outings and more, life can get pretty expensive. Managing our finances has been one of the hardest struggles after adding on seven kids in five years. (That and laundry!) Thankfully I’ve found some things… [Continue Reading]
Ten (Small) Ways to Love Your Actual Life – Plus a Printable!
Guest post writer Alexandra Kuykendall shares with us 10 small ways you can love your actual life right now, in your present circumstances. I was living an unsustainable life. I knew I needed a change. I also knew the big things were here to stay; my marriage, my children, my work, none of those… [Continue Reading]
How Growing Your Dreams Helps Your Kids Grow Theirs
As a mom of ten kids I hear a lot of dreams. “I want to be a firefighter.” “I’m going to be a fashion designer.” “I’m going to write kids’ books!” When kids are little dreaming big comes naturally. Yet as they get older they are discouraged. They realize dreaming means doing … and doing… [Continue Reading]
How to Balance Growing Your Dreams While Tending Your Kids
Dreams Do you have dreams and talents that you’d like to see develop? Have you always wanted to write a book, or host radio show, or run your own business but you are waiting until “after”? After the kids start school. After the youngest graduates. After life slows down. Dreams fulfilled all start with seeds,… [Continue Reading]
8 Scripture Verses to Bring Rest to Your Spirit
Today Tricia shares 8 Scripture verses to bring rest to your spirit, plus enjoy the free printable. Over the last few years, John and I have adopted seven kids. Seven times the amount of laundry. Seven more kids who need attention. Seven times the mess. (But sometimes the mess seems like 70×7!) In… [Continue Reading]
4 Ways to Make Time for What Really Matters
You’re always on the go. Scrambling to find enough minutes in the day for everything you need to accomplish. When you’re feeling maxed out, it’s hard to live intentionally and set aside time for God. How do you make time for what matters most? I remember one Sunday I had a dilemma that taught me the importance… [Continue Reading]