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Say Goodbye to Survival Mode

May 9, 2014

Do you wake up tired? Is your to-do list too long? Are your commitments piling up like last week's laundry? Are you just plain overwhelmed? In Say Goodbye to Survival Mode, Crystal Paine (a.k.a. Money Saving Mom) shares her story of life getting … [Click to continue reading]

A Message for Pastors on Mother’s Day

May 6, 2014

Dear Pastors, Mother's Day is this Sunday. Many of you have special messages prepared to encourage and inspire the moms of your congregation. Your desire is to acknowledge the unique role that we moms play in the everyday lives of our families. … [Click to continue reading]

Worth Reading This Weekend

May 3, 2014

Articles Worth Reading this Weekend

Here are a few of my favorite posts from around the web this week. What Really Happens When You Start Over :: If you're even considering starting something new, read this. Seriously. God Doesn't Need Us to Say Yes :: "Because here’s the thing: … [Click to continue reading]

I Dream of You & The Golden Feather {Plus a Giveaway}

April 29, 2014

Last year I was thrilled to introduce many of you to JJ Heller, Christian singer songwriter. I'm excited to share that today she is releasing a brand new lullaby CD, I Dream of You. I Dream of You is not your traditional Rock-a-Bye Baby, … [Click to continue reading]

Trading Independence for Together

April 28, 2014

photo credit I am fiercely independent. To a fault. In fact, my dad regularly reminds me that "I do it myself" was one of my first (and favorite!) childhood phrases. Independence rears its head in all sorts of forms. We bury problems and … [Click to continue reading]

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