http://media.blubrry.com/walkitout/traffic.libsyn.com/boldturquoise/How_to_Know_the_Truth_by_MacKenzie_Monroe.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | RSS Truth. Some say it’s all relative, but let’s face it, those people are kind of missing the entire definition of “truth.” When something is true it inherently means that everything else that contradicts it is not true. Truth is… [Continue Reading]
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Hope for the Mom Who Feels Unremarkable {+ a giveaway!}
I am the mother of eight children, something that feels very normal and unimpressive to me, but usually elicits a response of shock and awe in people I meet. I feel largely unremarkable. You, too? In all these years of mothering, there have been joyful, wonderful, absolutely fun days, and there have been hopeless, depressing,… [Continue Reading]
Change Your Future By Doing This One Thing | Guest Post
If I could somehow wind the clock back thirty years or so, self-control is one area where I wish I could have a do-over. There are areas of my character and my walk with God today that would be more fruitful and blessed, battles I might not have to fight so vigorously, if I… [Continue Reading]
The 3 Marks of a Filling Love | Guest Post {+ Giveaway}
We all struggle with identity—who we are, why we are, and what we have to offer the world. About the time we find a scrap of worth or significance, something happens to make us fully aware of how much we lack. A harsh word. A broken relationship. A blunder or failure. Then, in spite of… [Continue Reading]
5 Things to Do When the Kids Are Driving You Crazy
Most days I have at least one moment of wondering what God was thinking when He gave me these amazing kids. I trust Him, I do, but I sure do feel stretched through this mom gig. It’s wonderful and fulfilling one moment and defeating the next. The ups and downs and all arounds can make… [Continue Reading]
5 Ways to Help a Mom Who is Suddenly Single
I was a single mom when I first had my son at 17-years-old, and I mentor teenage mothers in a weekly support group, most of which are single. And every month my husband travels out of town for 7-10 days (sometimes more!), making me single for a time. Yet I am thankful I am married… [Continue Reading]
44 Mom Blogs You Don’t Want to Miss (Plus a Giveaway!)
44 Mom Blogs You Don’t Want to Miss There is a new type of world changers these days. They are women who serve God, serve their families, and use their words to impact the world for Jesus Christ. Having been a blogger for eight years, I’ve built amazing friendships with other mommy bloggers. Below is a list… [Continue Reading]
30 Cheap & Fun Date Ideas
30 Cheap & Fun Date Ideas Have your date nights turned into a routine dinner and a movie? Remember how much fun you used to have when you first started dating? I asked friends for suggestions and came up with a list of 30 great date ideas. Spice up date night with a few of these… [Continue Reading]
It’s Time to Get Creative, Mom.
It’s Time to Get Creative, Mom. As a writer, I know all about creativity. I know how essential it is. I know how fun it can be. I also know what it’s like to be at a loss for creativity. Even as a mom, creativity is important. Combine the needed creativity for being both… [Continue Reading]
The Balance Between Mom and Writer
I started writing when my kids were five, two, and a newborn, and I was starting my first year of homeschool. My husband was in college and worked at night. We were poor. LOL. I started writing during naptime, but by the time I started getting book contracts, my kids were too old for naps,… [Continue Reading]
Messy Beautiful Love: Book Giveaway & Author Interview
Messy Beautiful Love: Interview & Book Giveaway You may be familiar with one of my favorite bloggers, Darlene Schacht, also known as the TimeWarpWife. I’m happy to announce that Darlene’s book is releasing tomorrow! To celebrate, I’m giving away 3 copies of her books and letting you know a little more about why I’m so excited about… [Continue Reading]