I am an idealist. That’s a fancy way of saying I have unrealistic expectations. I want to serve a mouth-watering meal, with all the food groups, and act like money is not a restrictor to the menu. I dream of serving said meal in a Pinterest-pretty home that is dusted,…
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Are You Struggling?
Are you struggling this season? Struggling to find joy? Struggling to make end’s meet? Struggling to keep things fresh in the midst of tradition and familiarity? Guess what? It’s okay to be struggling. It doesn’t mean that you are broken or weak—though you may feel both. Struggle doesn’t mean you’re…
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Fashion & Compassion (Extension 26)
It’s time to showcase December’s Extension 26 recipient. It is a joy to share this wonderful company with you, Fashion and Compassion. I am honored to be an affiliate with F&C as they connect caring consumers with oppressed women artisans in Charlotte, NC, and abroad to bring dignity through economic empowerment….
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What’s On Jesus’ Christmas List?
I doubt that Jesus wanted gold and spices as his “Welcome to the World” gifts. But, then again, I don’t know for sure. My guess is that Jesus wanted hearts that were willing to worship Him. And that is what He found behind the wise men’s lavish gifts. I think…
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5 Tips for Staying Calm this Christmas
During the holidays many people and activities place expectations on our time. It is easy to get overwhelmed, stressed out and wound up tighter as the calendar fills. The holidays will not be perfect. There will be beauty and there will be messy moments. There will be wonder and there…
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Dear Tightly Wound Woman: Feeling Down
I have to admit these Tightly Wound Woman Letters have been my favorite to share with you this past year. Your mailbox may get full this month with holiday greetings from friends or it may be painfully empty. Whatever the case, I hope that this letter is one of your…
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