The Spatula that Makes Me Smile!

Posted by Jennifer under Faith, Just Life, Parenting (5 Responds)

I bought this spatula (2/$1) at the dollar store years ago when I got my own apartment. I’m now married and it is still kicking around. It’s a great spatula but I am even more enamored with it now.
You see that little missing piece? I was baking in the kitchen one day with baby [...]

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Comparison = Discouragement or Pride

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If we are honest, we all do it at some time or another. We see how well someone has done something, how organized they are, how well behaved their children are or how clean their house is and we compare it to our own and find ourselves lacking. Or maybe on the [...]

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Wife, Mother, Homemaker; Thank You!

Posted by Jennifer under Faith, Keeper of Home, Marriage, Parenting (2 Responds)

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My Work

I have the greatest work in to world;
A husband to encourage when things go wrong,
When he comes from work to greet with a song,
Denims and shirts to wash and mend,
A helping hand, when needed, to lend,
Three times a day is meals to cook,
To strive to be my [...]

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Get It, Together!

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If you were hoping to read a post about how to get it together, you will be disappointed. This post is more about “getting it” together; an invitation to join me as I (once again!) embark on that journey. Let me explain!
Every so often, I really do feel that I have it all together. I’m [...]

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When My Calling Doesn’t Feel Beautiful

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Last week I was sick. I’m not always a good mother when I get sick. Well, I know I am lacking in may areas even when I am not sick but when I am sick, it isn’t always pretty. I sometimes get grumpy, impatient and snappish. I get behind in my tasks, I look around, [...]

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TUT: Trust the Engineer (Giveaway Reminder)

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“When a train goes through a tunnel and it gets dark, you don’t throw away the ticket and jump off. You sit still and trust the engineer. “
Corrie ten Boom

Well, throughout the month of December planning fell by the side with the hustle and bustle that Christmas brings. I have a Beautiful Life Management [...]

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A Heart Hidden in Christ

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This was shared with me the other day and I wanted to share it with you.
BEAUTIFUL CHRISTIAN SISTER By Maya Angelou
A woman’s heart should be so hidden in Christ That a man should have to seek Him first to find her. [...]

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TUT: Being Intentional! 2010 Goals (Link Up!)

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 A Google search of ‘Tune Up’ revealed the following definition: An Adjustment for Better Functioning A search of ‘Adjustment’ revealed the following: A Small Change, A Minor Correction, A Modification
What is Tune-Up Tuesday? Find out more HERE!
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I mentioned that this tiny little quote issued a big challenge to me.
“A goal without a [...]

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Family Traditions: Embracing Change

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Years ago, when our family was experiencing some dramatic changes, my mother wrote this poem. As a young adult, almost out of my teens, I had dismissed it just mom’s ramblings (sorry mom!). But having come across it last week in my recipe box, I read it again; this time through the eyes [...]

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Interesting Links for November (a little late!)

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The Real Joy Secret @ (in)Courage was an incredible reminder that we are not alone in our feelings of failure, unworthiness and despair that most of us experience from time to time.
4 Ways to Encourage Imagination @ Steady Mom
One Brief Moment in Time @ By His Grace really spoke to my heart [...]

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