Author: Amy
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Confess those sins
Scripture: 1John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. Observation: He washes us clean from our sins, provided we confess them. Application:Hallelujah! It is so good to know that my sins are, and will be, washed away. No, I…
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The call of the island
*** This all actually took place one week ago. I decided to wait until I returned home before posting this sereies*** Day 5 (Wednesday) I skipped Yogalates yesterday but returned today. Ouch. My abs were tired. The kids slept in, though, so I joined them and my husband for breakfast after the class. After that…
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I CAN do it!
Some of you may have read of my kitchen calamities on Sunday and efforts on Monday. Well, I have happy news to report from the kitchen: First, I’ll report on the crockpot: As the pork was simmering, my blog was, too. And fortunately the Organizing Junkie was reading. She suggested I shorten the cook time.…
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Another beach attempt
Day 4 (Tuesday) As I type this, I am lounging in my bathing suit on a massive couch by the swimming pool. Euro-sounding Mexican music is playing on the speakers, waves are crashing below me at the beach and some of the locals are setting up a marketplace for all the Club Med tourists who…
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Make his actions known
Scripture: Psalm 105:1 Give thanks to the Lord, call on his name; make known among the nations what he has done. Observation: Thank him, ask his help and share his actions with others. Application: This one seems pretty straightforward. I think I do pretty well at the first two, but could use improvement on the…
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Using those kitchen appliances…
When you spend a week with the Happy Housewife… Just before our trip to Mexico, I was fortunate to spend a week with my brother, his wife (the Happy Housewife) and their kiddos. The kids and I had a fantastic time playing and I also had the opportunity to learn a LOT. You’ve already seen…
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Mas from Mexico
Day 3 (Monday) *** This actually took place one week ago, but I decided to wait to post until I returned home. Hope you enjoy… Although my entire mid-section was sore, I went back for more yogalates this morning. Ouch. But stronger abs mean a healthier, happier back. So I’m in for the week. Unless…
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He wants us to have proof
Scripture: John 20:31 But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name. Observation: God documented so many of Jesus’ miracles and actions so that we would have the opportunity to learn about his son and, consequently…
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Club Med Ixtapa Pacifica, Day 2
Day 2 (First full day) Wow. I really am in a beautiful place. And a good night’s sleep can work wonders! Last night my husband took our two oldest to the show and he said that our almost seven-year-old was really enjoying the experience. At all the Club Meds they do what they call “Crazy Signs” …
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Hola from Ixtapa!
I’ve just returned from a week away in Ixtapa, Mexico with my family. (Perhaps this explains why some of my SOAP entries didn’t make it up in a timely manner this week? I lost any internet capabilities mid-week!) Anyhow, while away, I had a little more time to write than normal. And, although you weren’t…
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Fun book review: The Bright Side of Disaster
Yesterday afternoon I began reading The Bright Side of Disaster by Katherine Center, a tale of a young woman and her journey into single motherhood. I just finished it, about 24 hours later, if that gives you any idea how addicting it was. And then I read every word of her acknowledgements, the Q &…
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Remain in the vine and bear fruit
Scripture: John 15:4 Remain in me and I will remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me. Observation: Without God, I cannot bear any good fruit. I cannot do any good thing without him. If I choose…
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Follow His plan
Scripture: Jeremiah 10:23 I know, O Lord, that a man’s life is not his own; It is not for a man to direct his steps. Application: It’s easy to write this on paper (And type it into a file). And it is not too challenging to believe. Yet I find this pretty challenging to embrace…
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Summer Lunchbox Challenge, Round 3
Back-to School season is kicking into high gear. What are you planning to pack in your children’s lunches? For a few ideas I’ve tried, and to share some of your own good advice, please check out my latest post on Happy to be at Home. See ya there!