March Goals | 2 0 1 7 |

Can you believe that March is already here?! Up here in the frozen tundra (that's been more fog, less frozen lately) February seems to be going out like a lion and March seems to be the quiet lamb coming in...but only time will tell if that's true - those forecasters only seem to get things right 50% of the time...

The Sweetest Whisper I've Ever Heard

I woke up one morning to open my phone and check the daily verse. The verses from each day, beginning in January 1017, have spoken directly to my heart, as whispers from the Holy Spirit.

The Book of Job Study Club | Passage 2 |

Everyone loses something in life. For some, they lose job after job after job. Others have lost children, or parents, or siblings. Some people have lost homes, pets, material things...you get the idea. No matter what loss it is that you have personally experienced, it was hard. I'm sure.

5 Reasons I set goals and why you should too

I get completely overwhelmed with my to do list when I don't have a list written out. I am such a visual person, I have to be able to SEE what I have to do all in one place in order to prioritize and create a plan of action.

5 Tough Questions About Friends & A Few Answers To Think About

Friendship is an interesting beast. You can either be completely built up and complimented by friendship or totally destroyed and broken down by it. I have definitely felt my share of each type as I'm sure you have too.

Good Reads: Your Magnificent Chooser by John Ortberg

I'm not going to lie, I was a little deceived by the title of this book when I chose it to review. I was looking forward to receiving a book focusing on telling my children that they have been chosen by The Magnificent Chooser when in reality, it is about making choices.

Looking Toward the Cross | a Lent Devotional Review

My family never celebrated or participated in Lent activities while I was growing up, I heard a lot about them, friends at school would choose something to abstain from for the Lent season, but we never touched it.

The Book of Job Study Club | Passage 1 |

The book of Job. I've been itching to dig into it and I'm finally getting around to it. A little while ago I sent out a newsletter with the passage and questions that I was going to be researching and answering as I studied. Today I wanted to share those with you and give you the next passage that I will be studying.

How to Deal With Hurt From Friends

I am sharing the second grouping of questions that I have from my time at VCS. You can read the last set here. These ones are a little tougher and a little deeper than the previous set. It pains me to know that SO many youth experience hurt from friends, but it does not come as a surprise to me.

The Most Memorable Valentine's Day Ever

She was giggly, giddy, nervous, and 17. Although they weren't dating, he invited her to the church Valentine's banquet where they were serving spaghetti and showing Lady and the Tramp.

To the friend that lost a loved one

I recently had a friend lose a loved one and when you are states apart, it's difficult to know what ways to help and how to encourage without giving a physical hug or bringing dinner over.

3 Things To Remember When You Feel Defeated | guest post by Cassidy Poe|

In the beginning of February, I reached out to a blogging group that I am a part of on Facebook, searching for guest posters for the this month. There was just enough response for one each week and this week, I am just so excited about. My hope is that you young people will be encouraged here, more directly.

DIY Mini Valentine Cards & free printable

Happy February! I know, the first was yesterday, but I had important things to say yesterday. I wanted to share something fun in time for Valentine's today. You won't see a lot of lovey-dovey posts here this month, I'm just not jumping on that train. BUT, I love you so much that I wanted to make sure you had something cute to use in case you have class parties coming up or celebrate Galentinte's Day with the gals!