Back to the Basics

Over the years I have learned that a regular daily routine is necessary. I know that it lays a firm foundation for a healthy, successful lifestyle. The unfortunate thing is that when I have intermittent appointments, holidays, vacation etc. it is very easy for me to step away from it. As I consider my goalsContinue reading “Back to the Basics”

Our Children and Their Children

I am in awe, even speechless at the joy that I feel when I am able to engage my children with their children. It takes me back to the days when I was nursing, cuddling, training, encouraging, disciplining etc. our children. During this season I could not fathom what the future would hold for themContinue reading “Our Children and Their Children”

I Talk to Him

Playing so many roles can be a daunting task. Though I enjoy being a wife, a stay a home-homeschool mom and a mompreneur, it takes a lot out of me as a person. Mentally, emotionally and spiritually I become depleted. When I am drained, I can become less enthusiastic, irritable and impatient. I even findContinue reading “I Talk to Him”

I CAN because HE IS my God!

Trust in the Lord with all of your heart and lean not to your own understanding, in all your ways acknowledge Him and he shall direct thy path.I am a sinner saved by grace, called to a purpose I am incapable of fulfilling…but God.  At the end of each year usually between Christmas and NewContinue reading “I CAN because HE IS my God!”

Giving God Our Best

It’s a New Year…an opportunity for a refreshed and renewed heart in Him.  This is what we each are offered.  The beginning of a new year can give a glimpse of hope and a bit of aspiration.  Don’t let this occasion pass by, embrace it and get back on the road that God has forContinue reading “Giving God Our Best”

The Pursuit of Virtue

Monday, was the second day of Virtue Family Fun Camp and so the journey begins!  Ladies, if you are in need of inspiration, encouragement and/or accountability, come join us for this summer series…Called to be…A Virtuous Woman. I am so excited to share what God is teaching me about me.  Thus far, I know thatContinue reading “The Pursuit of Virtue”

Who Can Find A Virtuous Woman?

The apostle Paul is often admired as a \”true\” man of God, one many admonish.  Well, the Proverbs 31 Woman is my \”Paul\”, the woman in whom I see Christ in and through, the woman I look up to…desire to be like.  She has been the model woman of God to me since I becameContinue reading “Who Can Find A Virtuous Woman?”

The Gift of Grandparenting

To be chosen to be a mom and birth 10 children was a gift in and of itself and now the Lord has been so gracious to bless us with grandchildren and I am in awe with Jesus.  Since we have just one daughter it has been my prayer to be close to my grandchildrenContinue reading “The Gift of Grandparenting”

Home Sweet Home

We are so grateful to be home!  The journey back home has been very long.  Along the way there have been losses, disappointments, confusion, frustration and sadness.  There has also been much joy, peace, grace, growth, sweet fellowship and love.  Through it all God has been apparrent to me.  He has ministered to my heartContinue reading “Home Sweet Home”