Monthly Archives: July 2010

Weekend Reading – 7/30/10

Happy Friday!  We are having our first relaxing weekend in a while.  No plans, just time to enjoy each other.  I hope that you have a restful weekend as well!  A few short, good reads for you below! Parenting Homeschooling … Continue reading

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July at our home

I’m starting a new monthly tradition of giving you a little peek into our lives.  It is fun and beneficial to look back to be reminded of the Lord’s grace toward us and to share exciting happenings of our life … Continue reading

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The Mission of Motherhood: Chapter 2

Chapter two of The Mission of Motherhood, entitled “Beautiful by Design,” discusses what God has laid out in Scripture as the design not only for motherhood, but for family.  In the previous chapter she touched on the confusion that exists … Continue reading

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The Mission of Motherhood – Chapter One

Today we’ll dive into chapter one of Sally Clarkson’s book, The Mission of Motherhood.  If you’ve not yet bought or borrowed the book, we’re moving through it at only two chapters a week, so there’s still time!  You will not … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday, Brant!

One year ago today, my little guy was born!  I can’t believe we are celebrating his first birthday.

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Weekend Reading – 7/23/10

We’re off to a couples shower for one of my husband’s cousins this weekend.  It will be a fun time of celebrating with them while enjoying each others company as we make the long  trek there (about two an a … Continue reading

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Roasted Vegetable Salad

Image via Wikipedia I first tried this dish at my mother-in-law’s a few weeks ago and loved it.  Unfortunately, other than Brant, I think I might be the only one who enjoyed it!  I’ll keep it on hand as a … Continue reading

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Believe!

Lately, I’ve been encouraged and hope-filled anew by the Word of God.  I feel compelled to share with you these words which have served to strengthen me this week.  My commentary is before, of what I believe the Lord would … Continue reading

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The Mission of Motherhood: Introduction

Welcome back!  I’m excited to dive into the introduction of The Mission of Motherhood today.  If you haven’t picked up a copy yet, there’s still time!  I mentioned the time line for going through the book yesterday.

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The Mission of Motherhood: a book review

To kick off the week, I want to start by inviting you to read through my absolute favorite book about being a mother.  The Mission of Motherhood: Touching Your Child’s Heart for Eternity by Sally Clarkson.  Today I’ll share a … Continue reading

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