Summer is the perfect time to pause and reevaluate. We can get so caught up in the chaos of summer vacation that we miss a crucial opportunity to step back and assess our lives. Whether it’s a job, lifestyle, our parenting, marriage or friendships, every part of our lives can benefit from simply taking some…
Homeschool check-in
Did you start homeschooling this fall? If so, how is it going? Getting ready to homeschool can be a very exciting time. The pros and cons have been listed and weighed and finally your family has made the decision. There may have been some research involved to find the current law in your area regarding…
Finding peace on the road
We found ourselves on the road this past week. It was a long trip and I found my mind wandering often to the topic of peace. It was everywhere. From things I was reading to podcasts to snippets of songs popping into my head, the topic was always peace and I figured God was trying…
Guest post : Sara Kennerley
MORE THAN CONQUERORS By: Sara Kennerley http://www.withinthisjarofclay.com When the world trumpets its declaration of chaos and fear—echoing an anxious drone that extends like ripples in a sea of discouragement—what do we do? Covering our ears, the madness still rages. Covering our eyes, we are now blind and sure to stumble. Friends, we are at war. The…
Back-to-school daze
Remember when back to school meant shopping for supplies, buying new clothes and seeing friends you had missed all summer? This year, our kids are facing a very different kind of back to school season. No matter what it looks like, let’s not forget to celebrate! Take those awkward back to school pictures, buy the…
Shine the light
In a world gone crazy, writers, more than ever, need reader support. Book launches, fairs and signings have all been cancelled leaving authors dependent on word of mouth advertising. Personal recommendations, reviews and posts have become an increasingly critical part of the success of a new book. It is now both more difficult and more…