Written by Cheryl and her daughter Melissa, Baby Saves Christmas is the sweet tale of a yellow lab helping save Christmas for Grandma and Grandpa. The book includes a spelling list, discussion questions, and craft ideas. Perfect for a family reading, homeschooling, and gift giving (print out, …
Christmas
Bah, Humbug! And, a Give-A-Way
A Christmas Carol, Special Edition Christmas does not begin in my home until November 27th. While friends and some lone ranger neighbors have had their trees up and outside lights on for weeks now, I’m just not one of those gals. I love celebrating Thanksgiving …
Family Devotions During Christmas
Our family’s Advent celebrations began when our oldest son was 2 years old. We weren’t doing regular family devotions at that time, but we wanted to incorporate a few things into the season to help our young son learn what Christmas was all about. We …
Christmas in a Box
Started through the ministry of Samaritan’s Purse, Operation Christmas Child began in the United States in 1993. In their first year they gave 28,000 shoe boxes to children across the globe. This ministry has grown to well over 8 million boxes distributed to over 100 …
Preparing My Heart for Advent
Preparing My Heart for Advent During December, it’s easy to rush through the Christmas season without focusing on Jesus’ birth–the real reason we celebrate. Once we become tangled in the twinkling lights and preparations, it’s hard to find time to bow in worship like the …
Sit, then Serve
I have a confession to make–I am a workaholic! I’m sure you’ve heard the saying, “Man works from sun to sun, but a woman’s work is never done.” That’s me! One day, some 32 years ago, in all of my flurry of activity my husband …
Everyday Ways to Choose the Better Part
Two things most women wish they had more of are time and energy. From being Super Business Woman to Super Mom to yes–even Super Christian, we secretly yearn for a Superman to rescue us from our too-much-to-do in not-enough-time days. We all know the …
Sister Chick Flicks Party
Sisterchicks on the Loose, Sisterchicks Series #1 Invite girlfriends over for a movie and an evening to get to know one another more. No major preparations are necessary, just provide popcorn and sodas. Ask each gal to bring her favorite cinema candy. Choose a fun …
40 Days in the Gap
“I looked for a man among them who would build up the wall and stand before me in the gap on behalf of the land so I would not have to destroy it, but I found none.” Ezekiel 22:30 The mood around our nation, even …
On the Studio Lot New Year’s Party
“What are we going to do for New Years Eve?” That is a question asked by parents and teens alike. Why not give your teens and their friends a safe, fun evening right in your home? ‘On the Studio Lot’ is a party theme that …