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  • I wanna be ready for this final exam!

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    Scripture: Luke 4:9-12 9Then the devil took him to Jerusalem, to the highest point of the Temple, and said, “If you are the son of God, jump off! 10For the Scriptures say, ‘He orders his angels to protect and guard you. 11And they will hold you with their hands to keep you from striking your…

  • On the hunt for yummy and healthy foods

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    As you may know I (and probably about 1/3 of the rest of the country) am trying to eat healthier. There is nothing like a new year to inspire a fresh start. For real this time. I mean it. So I posted on Twitter that I was looking for some yummy and healthy sweet snacking…

  • Salad Saturday #1

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    Yesterday I decided that I would try out a new salad each week and post about it every Saturday. My goal in doing this is to find healthy eating options without getting stuck in a rut. Are there enough salads so I can actually try a new (healthy) one and write about it each weekend?…

  • A few goals for 2009

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    As promised, here is a second pass at my goals for 2009: 1.  Return to my Weight Watchers goal weight by Valentine’s Day. (6 weeks) Depending on what time and what day I weigh myself, this could be 5 to 9 pounds. How am I gonna do it? 1.      Journal every bite I eat 2.     …

  • Listening

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    Today’s reading: Genesis 3-5, Luke 2 What I heard: Scripture: Luke 2:9, 15-16 9Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord’s glory surrounded them. They were terribly frightened. 15When the angels had returned to heaven, the shepherds said to each other, “Come on, let’s go to Bethlehem! Let’s…

  • A new year, a new adventure

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    I love the promise of a new year. There is nothing like flipping open a brand-new calendar and filling it up with new events and old anniversaries. I love thinking about what could be ahead. This year I get to add a new adventure to my adventures: Happy to be at Home has asked me…

  • Can a smile stop a crime?

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    A few years ago I was heading into a store to pick up a few things and I was in a jubilant mood. Not just happy, Ju-bi-lant. I was radiating joy. I pulled into my parking spot, which was a little ways from the store’s entrance, and beamed at the passenger in the car next…

  • I hope to achive my 2009 goals.. Once I set them!

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    Here we are, on the brink of 2009, and if you’re like me, on the brink of some new goal-setting/new year’s resolution making. I’m still playing with my goals for the year… I want to make good ones that I can really achieve. I am a miserable birthday card sender. (And, on that note, I’m…

  • New Bible Reading Bookmarks are here!

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    Ready to start the new year by reading His word every day? Leave a comment and send me an email (using the link above) including your address and I’ll send you a new bookmark for your Bible with this quarter’s Bible reading schedule to help you read the entire Bible in one year. I promise…

  • What happens to the martyrs for Him?

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    Scripture: Revelation 7:14-17 14And I said to him, “Sir, you are the one who knows.” Then he said to me, “These are the ones coming out of great tribulation. They washed their robes in the blood of the Lamb and made them white. 15That is why they are standing in front of the throne of…

  • Day 25: Christmas Day!

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    Wow! Today is the day we celebrate our Savior’s birth as a baby on this earth! Here’s your assignment for today: At the end of the day, sit back and reflect on your Advent season. What new blessings did you enjoy this year?   Thank you for spending this advent season with me. I hope it…

  • Day 24: Mom’s Toolbox Advent Calendar

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    Wow! Can you believe it is Christmas Eve? Here’s your assignment for Day 24: Read Luke 1-2:40 to your family or enjoy some quiet reading with yourself and God.   Enjoy …  See you tomorrow, when we celebrate the birth of our Savior!

  • 99 Things on the Wall

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    I saw this meme on the Five Js and had to join in. Here’s a little about me… (The things in bold I have done.) 1. Started your own blog (and helped greatly by family and friends) 2. Slept under the stars (many years of summer camp) 3. Played in a band (But I twirled…

  • Day 23: Mom’s Toolbox Advent Calendar

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    Christmas Day is almost here! Here’s your assignment for Day 23: Pray for yourself. And try to really listen.   Enjoy …  See you tomorrow.

  • I must stop seeking praise from men

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    Scripture: John 13:42-43 42 Yet at the same time many even among the leaders believed in him. But because of the Pharisees they would not confess their faith for fear they would be put out of the synagogue; 43 for they loved praise from men more than praise from God. Observation: Those that believed in…