3 in 30 Week 25 Update
It felt great to get back into a little more routine this week, including 3 trips to the gym. The kids finished their school year and our first summer visitor arrived the very next evening. Before going to the airport,…
Risk {Relationship}
She wakes up before the sun and makes her way to the office. Walking inside, she switches on lights and brews hot water for tea. The screens flicker to life, the inbox fills up, and her heart whispers a prayer…
No Lazy Days of Summer Here
I have so many ideas and stories to share with ya’ll, but the days keep going by with everything except writing. The kids had their last day of school yesterday and I have had my hands in lots of other…
3 in 30 Week 24 Update
This was a busy week for my business. I worked hard wrapping up a big goal and loved having my customers rally in support. The work I’ve done over the last few years continues to bear fruit. Sometimes achieving balance in life…
4 Things I Learned From Our First Month of Budgeting
One year ago, we wiped out our savings when we sold our house at a loss for a military move. Since that time, we have become more disciplined about shopping smart and using coupons. I’ve gotten deals on restaurants, oil changes, and…
Path
Running shoes carry me from the back door, left turn at the street, right turn onto the path. Packed black asphalt, four feet wide, winding through trees. The mountain comes into view, sun reflecting off snow covered sides. Water bubbles…
Becoming More Than a Good Bible Study Girl
I have participated in dozens of Bible study groups since we got married. I have gone through books of the Bible in a Sunday School setting, taken dvd/homework series with other women, and even participated in groups focused exclusively on…
Getting a Great Deal
We are in the middle of shopping for new tires for my van. I can hardly contain my excitement. If there is one thing I have learned in the last year, it is how to shop for a good deal….
Monday Motivation {Weekly Planning}
For years I have used paper planners and a little bit of time each week to help our family reach our goals. It also helps me stay sane. This has been particularly important the last couple of years through homeschooling,…
3 in 30 Week 23 Update
What is the first thing that happens when you really put your mind to a goal? Obstacles. Enough already! I think I finally learned the biggest lesson in goal setting: Always have several ways to reach your goals, Plan A…
