Everyday Life

Starting the Tough Talks

Sitting on the side of the pool, my youngest speaks in a tone not much higher than a whisper, “I’d really like to tell you something, but I don’t want you to make fun of me…or worry either.” Read the Article →

I Stopped Giving It All at Christmas

By Renee Swope
Serving, At Home, Holiday Planning, Schooling, Creative Gifts, Kids Activities, Relationships, Organization, Christmas
January 1, 2012
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By Lara Krupicka

“Please let me give flowers to my teacher,” my daughter begged that first year we were introduced to Teacher Appreciation Week. But out in my yard the only blooms visible were rows of wilting daffodils.

“Can it wait a few weeks?” I asked. My daughter cried. Within ... Read the Article →

Recovering Genuine Companionship

By Renee Swope
Family, At Home, Marriage, Balance, Relationships
November 1, 2011
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by John and Stasi Eldredge

John has a circle of things he loves to do. It includes fly- fishing, rock climbing, working on cars, hunting, reading, smoking cigars, and just about anything with adventure in it. I have a circle of things I love to do. It encompasses going to ... Read the Article →

My Lips are Concealed

By Renee Swope
Family, Healing from Hurts, Relationships, Anger
October 1, 2011
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By Cynthia Brown Cooksey

“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, But only what is helpful for building others up, According to their needs,That it may benefit those who listen”(Ephesians 4:29)NIV.

I rummaged through my purse in the seat next to me ... Read the Article →

The Sandwich Generation: Make the Most of the Meal

By Heather Gearhart

Every day, at the retirement community where I work, I see women speeding around in a frenzy. Cell phones are glued to their ears and organized chaos reigns. One is organizing a bake sale for her child’s school. Another is putting the final touches on a ... Read the Article →

Trusting in the Storm

Overcoming Fear, At Home, Healing from Hurts, Parenting, Balance, Relationships, Contentment, Prayer
August 1, 2011
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The Perfect Liar

By Renee Swope
Spiritual Growth, Overcoming Fear, Marriage, Healing from Hurts, Relationships, Community
March 31, 2011
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by Jeanette Towne

I never considered myself a liar. Good Christian woman, happily married, proud mother of four teens and the President and CEO of a corporation. As many of us do, I put on my plastic smile every day, dressed myself in the armor of coordinating clothes and padded ... Read the Article →

Turn Your Girlfriends into Sisters

By Sallie Hagen

“I thank God every day for this group. I’ve never seen women share so openly and honestly.”
“I’ve prayed to be part of something just like this.”
“My husband jokes that we’re the Ya-Ya Sisterhood, but he knows this group is good for me ... Read the Article →

Tips for Preparing Your Child for Challenges

By Renee Swope
Overcoming Fear, Family, At Home, Healing from Hurts, Parenting, Schooling, Kids Activities, Relationships
August 1, 2010
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By Glynnis Whitwer

The promise of a new school year burns bright this time of year. Crisp white paper and sharpened pencils are at the ready, as excited children (and moms) fill clean, new backpacks with supplies. Back-to-school shopping has restocked the closets with shoes that fit, jeans that are ... Read the Article →

Christ-Like in the Bleachers

By Renee Swope
Family, At Home, Parenting, Balance, Kids Activities, Relationships, Goals, Community
August 1, 2010
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By Sara Jo Poff

The roar of the parents’ voices filled the gym. Admittedly, the game was getting tense, but the situation was worsening. It was the last quarter and the teams were tied for the championship. Parents were beginning to scream over the sound of the coach and the ... Read the Article →

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