by Lisa on March 12, 2010
*On Casual Fridays, we make recommendations about books, websites, movies, etc. We would love to hear your Casual Friday recommendations, too.
Would you agree that a buddy makes difficult things a little easier and enjoyable things even more enjoyable? Exercising, following an eating plan, sharing the calories of a dessert, fishing, cleaning, walking in the [...]
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by admin on March 6, 2010
Preface: I am blessed that God put Susan in my life this year. She loves the Lord and walks the walk. She’s real. I hope you find strength through this story.
When Susan Norris was dating her now husband, Randy, she befriended his childhood friend, Jason, and Jason’s girlfriend, Courtney. They became close friends… planning their [...]
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by Lisa on December 21, 2009
When is the last time you had to be the patient? Last Thursday I had surgery, and Doodie and Daddy were there to care for me, get instructions from nurses, make banana pudding, and stay in touch with my friends.
My girlfriends have been incredible. Their cards, texts, e-mails, facebook messages, phone calls, visits, gifts, [...]
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by Nif on October 20, 2009
As moms busy people, it is easy to lose ourselves - including our needs, passions, and dreams - to the daily b.u.s.y.n.e.s.s. of life. Do you ever feel this way? Do you want to live a passionate life?
Since school started back a couple of months ago, I feel like I have allowed myself to get caught up in [...]
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by admin on October 13, 2009
I wanted to share these inspiring videos for you today. Both videos are true stories of hope, courage, and character. I hope you enjoy!
This first video reminds us of what’s really important in life.
The story:
A son asked his father, ‘Dad, will you take part in a marathon with me?’ The father who, despite having a heart condition, [...]
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by Nif on October 11, 2009
I have two sisters, and I don’t want to lose either one of them. That’s what happened over 25 years ago to Nancy Brinker, who lost her 36-year-old sister to breast cancer. Her sister’s name was Susan G. Komen.
Nancy made a promise to her sister that she would do everything she could to end breast cancer, and [...]
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by admin on October 1, 2009
Thank you to everyone who entered September’s drawing for a $25 Visa Giftcard!
All of the entries were written on index cards and put it in a large crock. We even had a special helper to draw the winner!
…And the winner is….
JENNIFER (NOT the blog author!)
Jennifer, please look for an email from us!
Thanks for all the wonderful entries [...]
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by Nif on September 29, 2009
When I was in college and playing volleyball, our coach did something that has stuck with me all these years. We were on the road (in Texas, I think), and we were at a point in our season where we really needed to gel as a team and learn to trust and have faith in [...]
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by Nif on September 26, 2009
Last night I got home late from an Arbonne party, and Jenna, my ten-year old, had a friend over to spend the night and they were still awake. I went up to check on them, and she wanted to read her speech to me that she had written. She loves the environment and animals, so [...]
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by Lisa on September 20, 2009
When I was in middle school, I had a Sunday School Teacher at Eastdale Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama named Sandy Frederick. Mrs. Frederick took the time to share with me that my value was based on the constant truth that I belong to God – still the most valuable thing I have ever learned.
A [...]
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