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Lately, I’ve seen so many cute porch signs at festivals and on Pinterest but they cost a fortune! So, I decided I could make one myself for a lot less. Turns out you can make them for about $35.00. Here is how to make a cheap and easy DIY “HOME” porch sign. (more…)
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Have you lost someone and would give everything to hear his or her voice again? Why is it we take that precious voice for granted while they are here on Earth? Do you wish you could call Heaven? (more…)
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Those who know me know that my Granny was a huge part of my life. Living close to her was the greatest gift ever and I stayed with her a great deal. She spoiled me rotten and I loved her more than anything. My Granny loved the Lord and always knew just what to say. She gave me the best marriage advice I ever received. (more…)
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Spiritual gifts fascinate me. Do you know your Spiritual gifts? To understand Spiritual gifts we must first understand from where the gifts come and why we receive them.
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On facebook this morning, someone posted an article by carrentals.com with the top 10 places in the US to experience wildflowers. Our little town of Chappell Hill, Texas was #3!
We live in such a beautiful place. I wanted to show you some of my home in this post. These are all just pictures from my iPhone, not professional by any means. (more…)
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Does God have you in a new season of life? As spring warms the ground in Texas and Bluebonnets begin to makes their appearance, life lessons about God are taught through them. Bluebonnets don’t always bloom in the same areas each year. This made me think of how God calls us to serve in different places in different seasons. Not only is it Bluebonnet season, it is also rodeo season in Texas and the time of year Texans celebrate all things Texas. (more…)
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Has a long season of mourning, hurting, sickness, or loss left you feeling empty? Does it seem like you should be getting better, but you’re not? Are you asking yourself, “When will it stop hurting?”
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Now for something completely different from my previous posts, 7 answers to some common dental questions. Most of you know before serving in children’s ministry, I worked as a Registered Dental Hygienist. I graduated in 1986, but before going to hygiene school I worked as a dental assistant. Since 1981, there are approximately a half a bazillion different offices from Texas City to College Station where I cleaned teeth or assisted the dentist. I thought it might be fun to answer a few frequently asked dental questions. (more…)
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Last weekend, I heard Jen Schmidt speak at a retreat. The topic of her book, “Just Open the Door” and the retreat was hospitality. Jen inspired me to think about how I could love on God’s people more. Part of Jen’s message was to be bold in opening up our lives to encourage, disciple, and share the gospel with others. So, I thought I would open myself up to my readers by sharing 10 things you may not know about me. This can be difficult when all you want to do is hide. (more…)
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This day was unlike any in her young life. Her father had met with a Jewish boy’s father down the road. The boy’s name was Joshua. They had met to discuss a Bride price for her hand in marriage. The fathers had finally come to an agreement. Hannah’s father loved and treasured her, so Joshua’s father would have to pay dearly for her hand in marriage. Today was to be the day of the Betrothal. This was the day she would decide if she was ready to accept the Betrothal ring. (more…)
