Author: Amy
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Happy Valentine’s Day!
This was my Valentine’s breakfast for the kids. Just heart-shaped toast, peanut butter and a frosting message served with a berry smoothie. I do feel a bit bad for not using a red plate. But that’s just what had to be this time. We keep things pretty simple over here, most of the time. Happy…
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Gifted to Lead- Join me in reading?
I’m just starting to read Gifted to Lead, The Art of Leading as a Woman in the Church by Nancy Beach of Willow Creek Community Church one chapter per day until I finish it. (There are only eight chapters, so it shouldn’t take long!!) No, I am not a leader in my church, but I feel…
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Download my ebook, Dinner & Wine for $20 or Less, for FREE on Amazon today and tomorrow
Looking for great cheap dinner ideas (that are easy to make and don’t taste cheap) paired with inexpensive wines? Wondering how to pair chocolate and wine for a perfect Valentine’s Day dessert? If so, you’ll want to download my FREE Kindle edition of Dinner and Wine for $20 or Less! Yep, in addition to writing…
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SOAPing Esther–Working for the good of my people, whomever they are
I’ve been reading and SOAPing my way through Esther again. Today I am sharing my SOAP response to chapter 10. Here’s what stood out to me today: Scripture: Esther 10:3 Mordecai the Jew was second in rank to King Xerxes, preeminent among the Jews, and held in high esteem by his many fellow Jews, because he…
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SOAPing Esther– Remember what He has shown you
I’m reading and SOAPing my way through Esther. Today I am sharing my SOAP response to chapter nine. If you’re looking for a devotional guide or Bible reading plan, I’d love for you to join me. Here’s what stood out to me today: Scripture: Esther 9:28 These days should be remembered and observed in every generation by every family,…
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SOAPing Esther- Joy came from Esther’s and Mordecai’s discipline to listen
I’m reading and SOAPing my way through Esther. Today I am sharing my SOAP response to chapter eight. If you’re looking for a devotional guide or Bible reading plan, I’d love for you to join me. Here’s what stood out to me today: Scripture: Esther 8:16 For the Jews it was a time of happiness and joy, gladness and…
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SOAPing Esther- Keep your cool
I’m reading and SOAPing my way through Esther. Today I am sharing my SOAP response to chapter seven. If you’re looking for a devotional guide or Bible reading plan, I’d love for you to join me. Here’s what stood out to me today: Scripture: Esther 7:3 Then Queen Esther answered, “If I have found favor with you, O King…
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SOAP’ing Esther– What were they thinking?
I’m reading and SOAPing my way through Esther. Today I am sharing my SOAP response to chapter six. If you’re looking for a devotional guide or Bible reading plan, I’d love for you to join me. Here’s what stood out to me today: Scripture: Esther 6:11 So Haman got the robe and the horse. He robed Mordecai, and led…
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SOAPing Esther– Seeking His guidance and setting the stage
I’m reading and SOAPing my way through Esther. Today I am sharing my SOAP response to chapter five. If you’re looking for a devotional guide or Bible reading plan, I’d love for you to join me. Here’s what stood out to me today: Scripture: Esther 5:8 If the king regards me with favor and if it pleases the king…
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SOAPing Esther– He prepared me for such a moment as this
I’m reading and SOAPing my way through Esther. Today I am sharing my SOAP response to chapter four. If you’re looking for a devotional guide or Bible reading plan, I’d love for you to join me. Here’s what stood out to me today: Scripture: Esther 4:14 For if you remain silent at his time, relief and deliverance for…
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SOAPing Esther– King Xerxes was not a nice man
I’m reading and SOAPing my way through Esther. Today I am sharing my SOAP response to chapter three and if you’re looking for a devotional guide or Bible reading plan, I’d love for you to join me. Here’s what stood out to me today: Scripture: Esther 3:11 “Keep the money,” the king said to Haman, “and do with…
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SOAPing Esther- Following those who have authority over me is a good thing
I’m reading and SOAPing my way through Esther. Today I am sharing my SOAP response to chapter two and if you’re looking for a devotional guide or Bible reading plan, I’d love for you to join me. Here’s what stood out to me today: Scripture: I chose two rather than just one today. Esther 2: 10 Esther…
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SOAPing Esther- He can use rash decisions for His purpose
I’m reading and SOAPing my way through Esther. Today I am sharing my SOAP response to chapter one and if you’re looking for a devotional guide or Bible reading plan, I’d love for you to join me. Here’s what stood out to me today: Scripture: Esther 1:19 Therefore, if it pleases the king, let him issue…
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Leggo my LEGO at the Children’s Museum of Houston, January 10-16
Does your child love LEGOs? Yeah, I thought so. And now is your chance to get some serious LEGO building and playing action at the Children’s Museum of Houston, including building a functional robotic piece for the older kids, recreating art for those artists out there and sorting as a pre-math activity for the younger…
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DIY Christmas Decor: Dining Table Decor
A decorated dining table always makes a Christmas meal seem a bit more festive. Setting a pretty table really doesn’t have to be that complicated. It can be as simple as gathering a few items and grouping them together. Here are a few DIY ideas that we’ve spotted online that can add some sparkle to your…