Have you read the book, The Five Love Languages, by Gary Chapman? This book was really good for me to read a few years ago! And now, I'm on my second read through of the children's version of this book.If you have never figured out yours or your spouse's love language, I highly recommend reading these books!! It can be really eye opening as to how we give and receive love.I'm having a bit of trouble figuring out my children, though! Has anyone else had this problem? I've read through the book ... Read More about Love Languages
Silence
God speaks in the silence of the heart.Listening is the beginning of prayer. ~Mother Teresa Listening is hard. Silence is harder. It is hard enough to listen to a loud voice that is right in front of me...what with all my own thoughts swirling around in my mind while the other person is talking. But, to listen to God?Do you hear God?Does God speak to you?I'd love to hear from you!I am trying to make it a practice to sit in silence and listen for God's voice during my prayer time. It is ... Read More about Silence
So Long, Insecurity Week Five
Here are Beth Moore's comments and questions regarding Chapter 9 in the book, So Long, Insecurity.Friends, if I could just gently nudge you...if you haven't purchased or borrowed or read this book, I think you need to. :) No, I may not know you...but you are probably a woman if you read this blog. And, this book is for every woman!! You have my permission to wait til it gets to the library...but, I'm telling ya, it won't be the same if you can't highlight, underline and write your own prayers ... Read More about So Long, Insecurity Week Five
Depression, meds and weight gain…
If you are a long time reader of my blog, you know that I struggle with depression. I have tried many things to "beat" this thing...but alas, the Lord has allowed this for me for His purposes. Understanding that He is in control and that He truly has a purpose in this for me has been a tremendous encouragement to me.I have tried various meds, you may remember. It seems that my body emotionally really likes lexapro. This is what helped me 4 years ago, and now it is helping me again.But, ... Read More about Depression, meds and weight gain…
Saint Patrick’s Day ideas
*repost from 2008* We started a mini-unit on Saint Patrick's Day today! Here are some ideas to share...some of these are ideas from years past. Saint Patrick's Day Books to read: Ideas and Links *Here are the St. Patrick's Day resources and units from Homeschool Share *lots of cute St. Patrick's Day crafts from one of my favorite craft blogs! *We have enjoyed learning about Patrick and the holiday behind his name this week. We learned that Patrick was a missionary, and we ... Read More about Saint Patrick’s Day ideas
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