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The Year My 11-Year-Old Cooked Thanksgiving
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My Father's Rice and Beans
Rice and beans meant home to my dad. Here's my story of how home is where you decide to make it.
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What's Your Idea of a Beautiful Feast?
Recently I was overwhelmed by a lavish feast in the mountains. It. reminded me how God wants to bless us, but we have to be ready.
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Feast - 10 Ideas on Ordinary Feasting
November is the perfect month to consider how we gather around the table. Here are 10 simple ideas for everyday feasting.
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One Great Question to Transform Your Day
Could one question really change your day? Maybe. It's a fun experiment to try out. Here's my story of the day-changer question.
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The Power of Homeschooling with Cara McLauchlan
What a privilege to be featured on The Walkshow with Walker Neer as we discuss, "The Power of Homeschooling."
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Today's Most Important Thing - The Daily Meal
The daily meal is our chance to celebrate the sacred and the ordinary. How using the good China reminds me to celebrate family every day.
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What I’m Learning About Living Well
How a chance encounter at a tailgate reminded me to live. A story about Jenny who changed my mind about how we view our days.
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Ending the Homecoming Queen Habit
I always wanted to be the Homecoming Queen. Even though it never happened, here's my story of quitting the approval contest for good.
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What to Do When Hurricanes of the Heart Strike
When storms come, I know how to prepare. But what do I do for personal storms? Here are 3 ideas on handling storms of the heart.
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3 Ideas on Making Your Home a True Refuge
Creating a true refuge is more than a home's decor. Here are three ideas for considering the soul of your sanctuary.
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Favorite Fall Things
My 15 favorite fall things. I hope it inspires you to make your own list to enjoy the season.
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The Simple But Lovely Act of Checking In
Our healthcare workers desperately need your encouragement. Here are a few simple ways to share the love.
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The Very Best Back-to-School Advice
The back-to-school season inspired me to share my best advice as my son headed out. It turns out, the best advice is no advice: just love.
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My Summer Greatest Hits Album
What were your best memories this summer? It's a great time to take stock of your summer season before it's gone.
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Doing Brave Things – Even When They Feel Small
Sometimes brave looks like climbing a mountain and sometimes not. Here's my story about being brave with a tiny thing - being on a podcast.
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Who's In Your Circle?
How a fierce tribe of women allowed me to see more beauty in my days.
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The Beauty of Grace Days
If I could learn how to give myself the same grace I give my dog, I would be making progress. I decided to choose grace for my attitude.
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Finding Refreshment This Summer
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What Is Your Slow Summer Pleasure?
Certain things are meant to be done slowly and with full attention. Summer is a perfect season for puttering.
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