{ Photo on Unsplash } I've been looking for a blueberry banana bread recipe ... Why you should Marie Kondo your friendships ... Soul car is paramount for those of us in ministry, but everyone should put this into practice ... When I visited Israel, specifically Bethlehem in 2013, the harsh reality of the Palestinian wall shook [...]
{ Photo by Daphne Engelke on Unsplash } More interesting facts about Marie Kondo, her "tidying up" methods, and its rich traditions ... This Alabama Dad is my lunchbox hero ... Every divorced couple with children should take note ... I know this hunter and appreciate his passion for family and savoring the outdoors ... I've said for years [...]
{ Photo by chuttersnap on Unsplash } I am intrigued by the idea and practice of hygge ... Eventually, I'll determine my Enneagram type ... Not that I enjoy reading a person's obituary, but this one is worth your time ... Have you heard of, or are you familiar with blackout poetry? Surround yourself with men who carry pocket [...]
{ Photo by freestocks.org on Unsplash } Do you know the difference between olive oil and extra-virgin olive oil? I hope I never experience the pain of infidelity but I hope I always have the relentless faith, courage, and vulnerability that Lysa Terkeurst has displayed the past 18 months as she and her husband, Art, battled through forgiveness and [...]
{ Photo by Ina Soulis on Unsplash } If you want to read The Bible in a year and need a little more direction, this bundle is for you ... Yes, Kamden is five and has chores ... When it comes to marketing, clarity is king ... Soul-keeping is so important ... 15 leadership lessons from a Marine General [...]
{ Photo by Pam Menegakis on Unsplash } Y'all, I cannot - CANNOT - believe tomorrow is December 1st. Holy cow, where did 2018 go? Now that we're entering the 12th month of the year, it's time for the ol' KitchenAid mixer to be front and center on the counter. Two years ago, FUMC Joshua began participating in a [...]
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!!!!!! One of our greatest blessings - and the people we are so thankful for - are Kamden's preschool teachers at JUMPS and FUMC Joshua. They are incredible and should earn a gabillion dollars each for the work they do each and every day. Here are 10 official reasons preschool teachers rock ... If [...]
{ Photo by Alisa Anton on Unsplash } You can watch astronauts in space do this ... I'm all for saving money and I have use these tricks many times ... Listen up college kids ... Interesting things found in the airport security line ... Something you'll only find in Texas ... and I volunteer as tribute to taste [...]
{ Photo by Andi Rieger on Unsplash } Just when I begin to doubt The United Methodist Church's future, clergy and laity from the Wesleyan Covenant Association - many of whom I personally know - convene for worship, prayer, Communion, and conversation regarding the 2019 General Conference. I am thankful for Bishop Lowry's voice and stance on Biblical authority and [...]
{ Photo by Sophie Dale on Unsplash } I'm adding these Big, Soft Ginger Cookies to my recipe collection ... As I create my 2019 goals list, I'm constantly asking myself WHY and this does a great job explaining why we should be testing ministry visions regularly. Minus the obvious vegetables, Husband and Kamden miiiiiiiiiiiiight try this dish ... [...]