Several months ago I mentioned that my mom gave me a 1993 issue of Shining Star magazine. Included in this issue is an excerpt from Jody Capehart's book - Cherishing and Challenging Your Children. The article called "Making Meaningful Memories", contains practical tips to create family traditions and memories throughout the year. ...
Only One Color at a Time
A friend called me on the phone a couple of years ago excited about a new art book she had just found. I loved the review she gave it and picked it up myself. Since my art ability and understanding is incredibly poor, I was excited to drink up the knowledge. As an elementary art teacher, Susan Striker has a wealth of ...
Review: You Can’t Make Me (But I Can Be Persuaded)
It was a simple request really. "Move to the next lane. It is clear." Straight forward for most people. Unfortunately, I am not most people. Everything inside of me bowed up. I will move over when I am good and ready. And out of spite, I waited until the last moment to change lanes. You might be wondering what ...
Cars 2: It’s For the Kids..or Is It?
Yesterday I was asked what I had heard about the new Cars 2 movie. I know of several friends who plans to take their little ones to it but haven't talked to anyone who actually as seen the movie. All of our kids have enjoyed the Cars movie. We even thought about taking Bubs to the movie theater for the first time to view the much ...
Sanity Saving Scripture 2 Corinthians 9:8
This week's memory verse: 2 Corinthians 9:8 And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work. ...
The Rapture
The Rapture. A few weeks ago Harold Camping thought he had the exact date and time mapped out. Actually, it was the second perfect date and time as this was his second try to figure out when they rapture would occur. Well, the 6:00 hour came and went that day. He is 0-2. The Bible says in Matthew 24:36, "No one knows about that day or ...
Recipe: Runza Casserole
Can you say simple? I mean simple. Another go-to recipe when I need one. When I say the word "runza," some of you will perk put. The rest of you are going to say, "Can you repeat that please?" I figured everyone ate runzas. Guess not. I learned that they are a German food and typically found in the ...
Motherhood as a Mission Field
Isn't this a precious picture? Those precious moments of Motherhood. Those times that I beg God to help me never forget. For me it is those moments when my child and I are loving on each other with laughter, smiles, and hugs. Being a mother is amazing. Well, most of the time. Remember me spewing out my ...
Sanity Saving Scripture – Philippians 4:6
This week's memory verse: Philippians 4:6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.The last verse took me a little while to memorize. Unfortunately I am not a quick memorizer and have to work hard to learn the verses. Here is a shorter one. Don't ...
Updated Letter of the Week Activities
A little over a month ago, I asked for your thoughts and suggestions on the ABCJLM website and curriculum. I was so excited to see the comments pour in. Once again, I have completed a request of yours. You asked for more Letter of the Week Activities and pictures ideas. I set out to oblige. While it is a ...