Ending the Day Well

I am a very busy woman. Most days, I walk in many roles (wife, mother, homeschool mom, entrepreneur, mawmaw) and take care of a plethora responsibilities, so I like to end my day well with a sense of accomplishment, order, peace and joy. Though it took a bit of effort to get my routine down,Continue reading “Ending the Day Well”

This Is How I Fight My Battles

Each morning I rise early, intentionally for time alone to prepare myself for my day. I light my candle for a little aromatherapy and I begin with prayer and journaling, then Bible reading. This slow, quiet time with the Lord is how I fight my battles, how I prepare my heart and mind for theContinue reading “This Is How I Fight My Battles”

Still, I Rise Early

I can’t remember a season in my adult life that I did not rise early. Even though our last two (of our ten) children are teens and I have no reason or responsibility to, still, I rise early. There’s just something about the tranquility of the morning. The darkness illuminated by candlelight is so calmingContinue reading “Still, I Rise Early”

Mornings Matter

My mornings are very important to me. I am finally in the season of my life when I can choose how I’d like to begin my day. Do I want to sleep in or have a scheduled wake-up time? By nature, I am one to rise early. Even in this season, I still choose toContinue reading “Mornings Matter”

The Power of a Praying Wife

A praying wife is powerful! Her prayers are sustaining. They offer peace, strength, perseverance, humility and joy to the marriage. I have been using this book to prompt daily prayers for our marriage for many years and it has blessed my husband, it has blessed us…it has blessed me. Rising early to pray specifically forContinue reading “The Power of a Praying Wife”

Slow Mornings

I am a firm believer that the way I start my day truly sets the tone for the rest of the day. I rise early while my household is sleeping to begin the day with quiet time. I pray, engage the Word of God, reflect and journal. It’s so peaceful in His presence. I castContinue reading “Slow Mornings”

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”