"Take a little time to make ordinary things extraordinary." ~ Emilie Barnes ~ Summer is a natural time for me to get off my routine of menu planning. In the winter, we're more apt to stick to a schedule, but summer brings about a more flexible and changing calendar. Along with that, I find myself getting out of planning meals like I do when inside in the winter months. I'm not too fond of it when I do this because it takes up more time and costs more money when I ... continue reading...
Pocast EP 76: 25 Thoughtful Father’s Day Gift Ideas
My hope today is to give you a bit of inspiration as you plan for Father's Day with some thoughtful gift ideas. These are great gift ideas for the men in your life any time of year from birthdays to holidays to just because you love them. You can listen to the podcast which has more information (20 minutes) or read the post (6 minutes) below. Listen to the Podcast below or Subscribe on Your Favorite App: Related Articles: Gleanings from the Life of Susannah ... continue reading...
25 Ways to Enjoy Your Family
Summer is upon us, and I know how quickly our schedules can fill up. We can easily get caught up in a flurry of activity and miss out on enjoying our time together as a family. Below are some ideas adapted from Little House on the Freeway by Tim Kimmel. This book would be a great read to start your summer. It's a helpful, practical read and just a good reminder that there are many things we can be doing but we don't have to lose our calm and joy along the way. Mr. Kimmel helps ... continue reading...
Podcast EP 75: The Lord Appoints Our Portion
God’s providence at work in my life should be one of my greatest securities in this life. Knowing that nothing is by chance or fate, but all is being worked in and through my life through a good God who knows me better than I know myself. The Lord is working out all things for my good and His glory, with the end purpose, always being to mold me more into the image of Jesus. God knows the circumstances needed in my life to make me more like Jesus and they're different than the circumstances ... continue reading...
Podcast EP 74: Encouragement in Times of a Pandemic
Our country has been in a lockdown mode due to the COVID-19 for going on almost two months soon. I'm sharing on the podcast today thoughts and areas I've been wrestling and struggling with during this season. I'm also sharing ways I've been encouraged and some ideas and helps I've heard and put into practice along the way. My hope, in the end, is to point us to Christ. Take a listen, and I pray we can be an encouragement to one another in this season. Listen to the Podcast below or ... continue reading...