Blessed are those who find wisdom, those who gain understanding. Proverbs 3:13
Here we are. November 2017It's that time of year again when everyone takes some time to focus on the things they are thankful for. Generally I don't get involved with all the gratitude posts and writings because I want to think that I strive to be thankful for what I have all year long. However,… Continue reading November Blessings: Day One
I LOVE today's writing prompt. It simply says: What are you reading.I love to read. I always have. When I was a teenager living at home with my parents my mom knew one of the best ways to get my attention when I had gotten into trouble was to take away my books. Then I… Continue reading My Current Reading List
Just a few short years ago, no matter where you went you couldn't escape the words "Let It Go" The chart topping song that went along with the box office hit movie Frozen was everywhere. From hearing it on the radio to humorous memes on the internet people from all over were being encouraged to… Continue reading Rest and Release Weekly Wrap Up
Hello Internet world! Can you believe I haven't been here to write since July? A lot has happened since then.The most important thing that has happened in our crazy life is that we added to our family. Madilynn Lane Marshall was born on August 21, 2017. It's hard to believe that she has been part… Continue reading Rest and Release
Everyone likes to be rewarded now and then. A pat on the back for a job well done, receiving a prize at the end of a long competition, or taking that extra day off because you just know you earned it through all the extra hours you put into a major project.There are several people… Continue reading The Principle of Being Rewarded
Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is insight. Proverbs 9:10The book of Proverbs is 31 chapters of insightful words that the Christian man or woman can (and should) use as a guide post for daily living. Often times when we thing about having a 'fear' or… Continue reading The Principle of Being God-Fearing
"If you can't say anything nice don't say anything at all""Hey! You should watch your mouth!"How may times as a child were you told that? How many times as a parent have I said that?One of my jobs as a parent it to teach my children how to become effective communicators. And it is my… Continue reading The Principle of Being Prudent
"That was an honorable thing to do"Have you ever heard those words? Or maybe even said them?I can remember a time when I witnessed a young boy, about 5 years old, find a dollar on the ground in his Sunday School classroom. One of the other teachers in the room told him it was his… Continue reading The Principle of Being Honorable
Benjamin Franklin once said "By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail."Each day presents any number of unique circumstances, events, and even challenges. How we prepare for the possibility of anything that could come up will determine how we respond when a new need arises.I am a planner. I like to have a schedule.… Continue reading The Principle of Being Prepared
It's not hard to notice that we live in a very me-centric society. All you have to do is turn on the TV, log on to any social media site, or stand in line at the grocery store to be bombarded with advertisements, pictures, and products that are designed to help people look out for… Continue reading The Principle of Being Unselfish.
homeschool adventures on eagles' wings
living with less gave me more to live for
Recipes showing step by step directions with pictures and a printable recipe card.
Worth It! (Things to try, read, watch, hear, and discuss)
Real Mom. Real Family. Real Life
Books, Writing, & The Cozy Life
Tales from the mouth of a wolf
Intentional Living: Minimalism, Finance and Goal Setting
Gaining a heart of wisdom
Blessed are those who find wisdom, those who gain understanding. Proverbs 3:13
A Wise Woman in Progress 