Yesterday I told you about a new study on how reading friends' Facebook posts affect us. If you missed it, be sure to click over before reading today's post. Here are two Facebook posts: Facebook Status #1: Made homemade cinnamon rolls, started a family tradition of snow icecream, worked on homemade valentine cards ...
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The Not-So Joys of Facebook Part 1
A couple of days ago, I watched a news story concerning Facebook and how other people's posts affect our mood. It was a study done to see how much we compare our lives to other people's lives - or their supposed lives according to their Facebook updates. According to the study, Facebook users decide how their life is compared to what ...
When Being Frugal and Being Wise Meet
I am frugal. My friends say I squeak. I also look for every opportunity available for my children to work on creativity and fine motor skills. With that said, this year I am letting it all go. For this moment in time spending money on something pre-made is the best decision. Let me explain. For the past few years, I have ...
Craving Vs. Need
I few weeks ago I let you know about an airing on Focus on the Family called "Finding Satisfaction in God, Not Food" with author Lysa TerKeurst. This was a two day interview on January 4 and 5 containing insight from her book Made to Crave: Satisfying Your Deepest Desire with God, Not Food. Although I have not read the book, ...
Question: Schedule
I received this great comment/question on a past post: Hello! I just found your blog today as I was looking for some good materials to use for my 5 and 4 year old boys. They've been to preschool in the past, but now I am staying home with them. I'm not a "natural" at this whole preschool mom thing (not a fan of crafts, cheezy kid songs, etc.), ...
Turning Impossible Into Possible, Part 5
Have you written down your goals? If you are unsure of where to start, be sure and go back to Part 1 of this blog series. To end this week, I am going to explain each of my personal goals and let you know how I plan to incorporate accountability into each for max success. 1. God - Spend personal time in the Word every ...
Turning Impossible Into Possible, Part 4
We've looked at what doesn't work. We've looked at what is supposed to work. (Read Day 1) Now it is time for me to put what I have learned into action. You will see my four goals. each centered around specific relationships. God - Spend personal time in the Word every day Husband - Kiss and hug every ...
Turning Impossible Into Possible, Part 3
This week (read Day 1) we have been focusing on personal goals. Using the article by Joan Esherick entitled "Resolution Solutions: 6 Great Ways to Make Your Goals Stick" as our guide, today we will be digging into the last three suggestions to turn impossible into possible. Be specific Be realistic Include a way ...
Turning Impossible Into Possible, Part 2
Yesterday, I invited you into my world of creating my own New Year Resolutions...I mean goals. I was excited to find an article by Joan Esherick entitled "Resolution Solutions: 6 Great Ways to Make Your Goals Stick". In the article she lists six suggestions to turn impossible into possible. Be specific Be ...
Turning Impossible Into Possible, Part 1
With the New Year here, I - like most everyone - think about the past and the future. What did I like about 2010? What do I want to change to make 2011 better. I started making a mental list of resolutions for this year. At #10, I knew that it wasn't going to happen. Great resolutions but totally ...