Tonight during our church’s women’s Bible study, my friend Karen shared about the meaning of joy using four specific examples from Scripture. Although we don’t know each other well, I felt that each and every example–including the definition–were meant for me specifically at this point in my life. That’s a God thing, y’all! Karen’s definition:ContinueContinue reading “Jehovah Jireh”
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Be In Style: Say Thank You
Is it just me, or are thank you notes (the paper kind you hold in your hand) becoming obsolete? Are they following the dwindling number of friendly letters and Christmas letters and cards that used to stuff our mailboxes? Well, my mum (she’s Canadian, but I thought the southern phrase more apropos for the title)ContinueContinue reading “Be In Style: Say Thank You”
One Thing
I am the queen of multitasking. Just ask anyone who knows me well. Some people would even say I’m the queen of efficiency. But I wouldn’t go that far, and neither would the people who live in my house with me. When I start juggling too many balls, they start falling, one by one. TheContinueContinue reading “One Thing”
Happy Memorial Day!
Thank you to all who have served and given their lives so that this flag can fly freely today.
Dealing with Chronic Illnesses, Part 5: Organization Helps
I’m over at Heart of the Matter Online today. Hop on over and check out our other fabulous posts by our very talented writers. Before y’all glare at me for suggesting more work for we who can barely manage the basics most of the time, let me assure you that being organized can help us.ContinueContinue reading “Dealing with Chronic Illnesses, Part 5: Organization Helps”
A Fresh Start in the Middle of the Year
For those who homeschool on a more traditional schedule, January is the middle of the school year. And no matter what the calendar says, I’m convinced that February is the longest month of the year. Nevertheless, we can take steps towards a fresh start even at this juncture. Now is a great time to refocusContinueContinue reading “A Fresh Start in the Middle of the Year”
What It Takes to be a Good Online Student
Going back to school after you’ve been out for a while is scary. At least, it was for me. I entered college at age 17, full of dreams and plans to save the world as a social worker. Then I graduated and had to get a job to pay the rent. I found a socialContinueContinue reading “What It Takes to be a Good Online Student”
Bethany LaShell 