Author: Amy
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SOAP– Commending the enjoyment of life
Scripture: “So I commend the enjoyment of life, because nothing is better for a man under the sun than to eat and drink and be glad. Then joy will accompany him in his work all the days of the life God has given him under the sun.” Sweet words from Ecclesiastes 8:15. I’ll let you journal…
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Harvard rescinds acceptances as a result of private chat messages
It was reported this week that Harvard rescinded 10 college acceptances in its new freshman class due to offensive memes in a private group chat. You can read more about it in this article by Samantha Schmidt of the Washington Post. As a mom of two teens who are getting ever-so-close to college application days, I can…
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SOAP- Hope, Riches, Incomparable great power
This scripture from Ephesians is my prayer this morning for my children, my husband and also me. Actually, it is my prayer for all of us. Truly knowing each of these things, or even just grasping a touch of them, would be exciting and overwhelming, at least in my opinion. Don’t you think? I think I…
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SOAP: Sin, Forgiveness, Grace & Moving on
Hello friends! What started as a personal journal entry and prayer, has turned into a SOAP post. When I started writing this morning, I didn’t want to talk publicly about my sin because, well, who likes to talk about THAT? Instead, my typical behavior is to just beat myself up about it… yep even stuff…
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And so I travel…
Traveling for work is an interesting thing… As much as most of my travel is to advance VineSleuth, it still feels odd saying ‘work’ there. Work implies that it is forced, but my work is my choice. I’m building this business and every trip is a decision. Do I stay or do I go? Is…
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SOAP: He’s been there since my youth
My Scripture for today: “For you have been my hope, O Sovereign Lord, my confidence since my youth.” -Psalm 71:5 Oh, how this verse, and the other listed in the photo, makes me smile. He’s always been there, guiding, nudging, listening, helping. This verse is encouraging for me. I hope it is for you, too. …
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SOAP- Seeking instruction? I sure am!
Happy Monday, friends! Ready for some SOAP? Let’s go: Here’s your Scripture: I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go. I will counsel you and watch over you. –Psalm 32:8 Observation: I read and copied the verse onto an index card just a few hours ago and thinking about it…
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Postpartum depression: My story and a special event in Houston
A little bit about my postpartum depression story Before I had kids, of course I never thought postpartum depression would impact me. I was healthy. I had a great husband. In my mind, I had what I needed and postpartum depression was only for people who had drastic mood swings and way more stress. And…
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Macaron-baking class with Macarons by Patisse in Houston
My daughter LOVES macarons… She loves the color, the flavor, the light texture. I think she loves every single thing about them! And, ummmm, who doesn’t? She also LOVES baking… She loves following recipes, adapting recipes and making anything delicious. And, ummm, who doesn’t want to support THAT hobby?! I love to bake and I…
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Today’s SOAP: Looking to the right source of wisdom
Got questions? Here’s your S for today: “Look to the Lord and his strength; Seek his face always. Remember the wonders he has done, His miracles, and the judgments he pronounced, –1 Chronicles 16:11-12 What are your O, A, P? I’m journaling a LOT today as I try to listen better. I pray this helps…
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Visiting the Fearless Girl
I was in New York City yesterday for a meeting and fortunately I was able to tuck in a few meetups with friends I adore (and who energize me!!) as well as a quick trip to ‘meet’ a fearless girl… I LOVE this new statue of the fearless girl staring down the famous bull in…
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Today’s SOAP: Summing up the law
Hi there! Ready for some SOAP? Here is your Scripture to get you started: So in everything, Do to others what you would have them do to you, For this sums up the Law and the Prophets. –Matthew 6:12 So what are your O, A, and P in regards to that for today?? Go as…
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The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick
Earlier today my oldest son (age 15) asked me if I had read The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick. I had not. He had read it years ago. And so he called up his friend who had borrowed our copy and asked her to return it. She did. I decided I needed a…
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SOAP- Rejoice, take refuge, praise
Scripture (of the SOAP) for today: Let the righteous rejoice in the Lord & take refuge in Him; let all the upright in hear praise Him! –Psalms 64:10 What do Observe/hear in this? What is it saying to you? How can you Apply it today? What is your Prayer in regards to this? There’s your…
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Do all things in love
Good morning!Here’s a S (scripture) for the day: “Do everything in love.” — 1 Corinthians 16:14 What does that say to you? How can you apply it? Anything you want to say to God about it?? Those are your O, A, P in SOAP. (Observation, Application, Prayer.) Take time to ponder and even write out…