God will make you rich enough so that you can always be generous. 2 Corinthians 9:11 (GW) When John and I first got married, we lived through lean years. I’d been a single mom, so John took on an instant family. He was in college, and we lived in low income housing. John delivered pizza… [Continue Reading]
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My Testimony & a Call for Readers’ Photos!
My Testimony & Call for Readers’ Photos! One of my favorite blogs, ForTheFamily.org, has featured my testimony video. I’d be honored if you take a couple minutes to listen and then share your own testimony in the comments below. I love to be inspired by my readers’ stories. & Show me your photos!… [Continue Reading]
Christian Fiction Shares Good News Even When You’re Not Looking For It.
When did you first start reading Christian fiction? What kept you reading? Here is my story… I was a very rebellious kid in highschool. A Christian friend of my mom’s loaned her some novels by Jeanette Oke. I was a big reader. I usually read stuff like Stephen King, but I loved those Jeanette Oke books…. [Continue Reading]
God’s Mission & Tool Chest for Moms
The assignment: confirmed in the moment by the Holy-Spirit via telepathic communication. The command: given by the High Chief to Love One Another (Matthew 22:39). You close your Bible and check the leather binding to make sure it’s not one of those self-igniting editions. It’s not. And that’s a good thing too, it’s your favorite exhaustive, study edition. You… [Continue Reading]
The Desire to Be Seen
The Desire to Be Seen Years ago I attended a national mothering conference. A lot of women had gathered together to have fun, bond with friends, and learn how to be better mothers. Unfortunately I didn’t attend with other women. The truth was I’ve never felt so alone in my life. I had a hotel… [Continue Reading]
Winners from the No More Frumpy Mommy Challenge Announced
Thanks to everyone who participated in the No More Frumpy Mommy Moms’ Night Out challenge! I had so much fun reading through your entries and other tips you shared. I’m happy to announce the grand prize winner, who will receive $200 for her own moms’ night out, is . . . skiwee50! The runner-up winners, who will… [Continue Reading]
Our Walled-Off Hearts | Guest Post by Mary DeMuth (Plus a Giveaway)
Our Walled-Off Hearts Recently, a reader on my blog wrote something quite astute: “As much as tearing the walls down hurts, it doesn’t seem to be as painful as maintaining them.” We live in a walled-off world—walls we erect because we’ve been hurt by someone or several someones. It seems easier (and safer) to protect… [Continue Reading]
Behind the Scenes of the Moms’ Night Out Premiere (Part 2)
Ever want to know what happens behind the scenes at a movie premiere? Just a few days ago I got to experience just that! If you missed the Part 1 of Behind the Scenes of the Moms’ Night Out Premiere, you can read it here. So how did I get asked to be part of… [Continue Reading]
Best Places to Spread Out a Spring or Summer Picnic
Best Places to Spread Out a Spring or Summer Picnic I don’t know about you, but about this time of year, I am ready for summer. I’m ready for flowers to bloom, leaves on the trees, stepping outside and feeling the warm sun on my skin, wearing shorts and sundresses. Do you feel the same… [Continue Reading]
Behind the Scenes of the Moms’ Night Out Premiere (Part 1)
In December I was asked to write the novelization of Moms’ Night Out. What’s a novelization? Basically, I watched the movie (over and over again) and turned it into a book! It was such a great movie that I loved every minute of it. (Don’t tell my editor, Dawn, but it almost didn’t feel like… [Continue Reading]
Congrats to the Winners of The Kissing Bridge Giveaway
Congrats to the Winners of The Kissing Bridge Giveaway Thank you to everyone who entered my “Beautiful Bridges and Special Kisses” giveaway. I loved reading about your favorite bridge and your most special kiss, both on your blogs and in your comments! The five winners of a collection of ten Amish novels are . . . Amy… [Continue Reading]