Acts in 28 Days Week 2

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I’m sorry I am a day late in posting this week’s schedule. Yesterday’s appointment with the surgeon, and then the flooding in Houston, took more of the day than I anticipated. Here is the schedule for this week’s reading: Monday (yesterday): Acts 7 Tuesday: Acts 8 Wednesday: Acts 9 Thursday: Acts 10 Friday: Acts 11 [...]

Advent Activities for Moms and Families

Advent Activities for Moms and Families

You might have an advent calendar ready to go for your kids, but what about you? Do you have something set for you to get a refreshing treat each day of Advent? I have an early Christmas present for you again this year. In 2008, I created an advent calendar for myself and some local [...]

Time Management for the Holidays

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Time management is tough enough, but when you throw in all the extra celebrations, meals, activities and everything else that comes with the joy of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Eve, things can reach overwhelming right away. I’ll admit it, just writing that sentence was a bit overwhelming… Only two weeks till Thanksgiving vacation.. really?! [...]

Who knew a complaining prophet could be of such help?

It still amazes me that God gives me just what I need when I turn to Him. This morning was a rough one with one of our sons. We butted heads and it was hard to stay cool. Eventually I lost my temper, but, fortunately I was able to get it back. And I think [...]

Wonderful video about high school

A friend just sent me a link to this video, which was created by a broadcast journalism class at a nearby high school, and I just had to share it with you. I am one of those who loved high school, and this cheerful, upbeat video almost makes me cry, thinking about how amazing the [...]

Taking an internet break

This week I am taking a break from the internet through Monday, November 29. Rather than post my SOAP observations during that  time, I will record them in my very own spiral notebook, just like the ‘olden’ days. In case you are reading along, either to get ready for the Bible in 90 Days read [...]

Time Management: Seeking excellent resources

I could really use sme time management guidance from the experts. I want to do way more than I can ever make the time to do. So I am asking you, dear readers, for help. Do you know of any excellent time management resources? If so, would you please tell me about them in the [...]

Bible in 90 Days Day 47 SOAP: Watching over the affairs of my household

Today’s Reading: Proverbs 20:22- Ecclesiastes 2:26 Scripture: Proverbs 31:27 She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness Observation: This section of Proverbs 31 is subtitled Epilogue: The Wife of Noble Character. This type of wife takes control of her household and manages it, recognizing and getting done [...]

Welcome to MomsToolbox.com and BlogHop 2010!

Hi there! Today Robin at Pensieve is hosting BlogHop 2010 to help bloggers (and blog readers) meet and greet. If you have come by why of the BlogHop today, welcome to MomsToolbox! And if you are a regular around here, I hope you don’t mind the quick tour. Back when I  launched MomsToolbox I had [...]

What says “America!” to you?

You might have read that our family is about to host a foreign exchange student from Germany. On Friday I asked readers to share their advice for rearing teens. (And I’m still up for more advice if you’d like to click over and share.) Now, I’m gathering your opinions on what is American. I know [...]

SOAP: True knowledge brings blessings

Scripture: Proverbs 3:13 Blessed is the one who finds wisdom, and the one who gets understanding, Observation: True blessings come from wisdom, understanding and knowledge. Application: Many people might say that knowledge is power. I think the Lord might be saying true knowledge brings blessings. I think I’d rather have the blessings! Prayer: Lord, please [...]

Meet Valerie, our next Real (Experienced) Mom

Today is the first installment of the next Real (Experienced) Mom’s interview. I had to skip a few weeks, but now I am back on track for featuring a new Real (Experienced) Mom and her story each Thursday. However, as I mentioned, today’s is the first installment of a few posts. I felt that Valerie [...]

A quick check-in

I feel as though I’ve been away from MomsToolbox for so long and it has only been a few days. I’m sorry I haven’t posted any SOAP since Saturday before the ride. I am hoping to be back on track tomorrow morning. I have been reading, just not getting up in time to also post [...]

Proverbs SOAP: Accept instruction and be wiser

A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 9:9 Instruct a wise man and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man and he will add to his learning. Observation: Those who are wise and righteous will benefit from instruction. Application: Typically I would see this scripture, hop into mom/ helper mode and feel [...]

Welcome, 2010 Ultimate Blog Partiers!

Wow!  I can barely believe it has already been a year since last year’s Ultimate Blog Party… but isn’t that how it always is? Time sure flies! I’m glad you’re back…. as a regular reader, 2010 Ultimate Blog Partier or guest that just happened to drop by today. As you can see in my “About” [...]

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