Author: Amy
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Super Quick Mom Tip: Shoes on the right feet
Trying to help your child get her shoes on the right feet? Click back and see how we solved that problem. Our system not only made my daughter smile, but it was a huge help in getting out the door in the morning!
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Bible in 90 Days Day 27 & 28
Day 27 Reading: 2nd Kings 4:38-15:26 Daily SOAP Devotional I have two SOAP devotionals today because I couldn’t decide between two from previous readings. Feel free to pick one or read both. Day 27 God is in the everyday Day 27 Oh to hear so clearly! Day 28 Reading: 2nd Kings 15:26-25:30 Daily SOAP Devotional: Day 28…
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Super Quick Mom Tip: Taming Glitter
Now that it is nearly Valentine season, my daughter is in full crafting mode. She is cutting hearts, writing messages (as best a sweet 4-year-old can) and, of course, delighting in all of the glitter she can use. And I am making excellent use of an old cookie sheet/ jelly roll pan: (This is an…
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Bible in 90 Days Day 26
Day 26 The weekend is almost here… are weekends an easier or more challenging time for you to read? What can you do today or this weekend to be sure you are caught up for Monday’s check in? I hope it is going well for you! If you haven’t yet, consider downloading and printing the…
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Tortilla-crusted Chicken with Fajita Vegetables & Mexican Black Beans
Yesterday I shared with you that Kate is going to teach us how to cook delicious meals from scratch without that dinnertime rush. Today we are sharing her first recipe, Tortilla-crusted Chicken with Fajita Vegetables & Mexican Black Beans. I’ll report back soon on her blog, Cooking During Stolen Moments on how I did in…
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Bible in 90 Days Day 25
Day 25 Reading: 1st Kings 7:38-16:20 Daily SOAP Devotional: Day 25 Guard your heart Want to connect with your group? Click to go to this week’s Bible in 90 Days check in post. Once there, click on your group number or letter and leave a comment for others in your group to read. Also, comment back…
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Cooking delicious meals from scratch… without that dinnertime rush
A few weeks ago I was talking with my friend Kate about dinner. You see, she has a cooking blog and knows all sorts of tricks and well, I don’t. And I scramble at dinner. Sure, I plan my meals, but I still feel like I am scrambling to get everything done just before we…
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Bible in 90 Days Day 24
Day 24 Reading: 2nd Samuel 22:19- 1st Kings 7:37 Daily SOAP Devotional: Day 24 Wisdom to govern As you launch into Kings, consider downloading and printing this Bible in 90 Days Kings chart so you can mark off the kings as you read about them. As you do that, you’re sure to see some patterns. Want…
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Bible in 90 Days Day 23
Day 23 Reading: 2nd Samuel 12:11-22:18 Daily SOAP Devotional: Day 23 Calling to the Lord makes my day better Want to connect with your group? Click to go to this week’s Bible in 90 Days check in post. Once there, click on your group number or letter and leave a comment for others in your…
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Bible in 90 Days Week 4 Check in
If you are reading the Bible in 90 Days with us, chances are it has had its challenging moments. Sticking with anything that takes about an hour each day can be tough on its own, but add in the fact that there are likely forces battling against you, throwing all sorts of things in the…
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Bible in 90 Days: Thinking of giving up?
I wish I could send an email, or something very similar to it, to each and every one of you who is thinking of stopping, or has already stopped. But I am beginning to realize that I cannot do that and hold up all my other mom and wife-type obligations. I want to connect with…
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Bible in 90 Days Day 20 & 21
Day 20 Reading: 1st Samuel 2:30-15:35 Day 21 Reading: 1st Samuel 16:1-28:19 Daily SOAP Devotional: Day 21: What does the Lord see in my heart? Want to connect with your group? Click to go to this week’s Bible in 90 Days check in post. Once there, click on your group number or letter and leave a comment…
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How do you celebrate good grades?
Yesterday was report card day over here and I want my boys to know how proud we are of their efforts in school. Tonight, of course, we will be celebrating with them. Nothing huge, but something to let them know that their efforts have been rewarded. As I’ve been trying to decide what to do,…
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Bible in 90 Days Day 19 & a Video Word of Encouragement
A quick video welcome and word of encouragement from me to you: Bible in 90 Days: Day 19 encouragement from Amy Gross on Vimeo. Day 19 Reading: Judges 15:13- 1st Samuel 2:29 Daily SOAP Devotional: Day 19: Honoring commitments Want to connect with your group? Click to go to this week’s Bible in 90 Days check…
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Bible in 90 Days: Granting a listening vs. reading exception
I get a lot of frustrated comments from people wanting to listen to their reading instead of read their Bible in 90 Days reading for themselves. Believe me, I understand that this is a tough challenge that takes more than dedication. And it is not for everyone at every chapter of her life. I might…