Do you ever get mad and completely lose it on the ones you love? Why is it that we often attack the ones we love the most? Why is it that we often have complete patience with strangers and yet hurt the ones we love so deeply? This past Sunday, I failed at being… Read More
Did you know that your self-image is very important to your future success? It seems to me, that we as women, fall into the trap of comparing ourselves to others way too often. I might compare the cleanliness (or lack thereof) of my house to friend’s house or I might compare my lack of… Read More
The following is a lovely poem written by my mother-in-law, Gisela Sauereisen and used with her permission. Love so Divine Tears are running down my face life is not worth living but then a voice is calling me He even knew my name “Dear Child,” He says, “you are not alone, lay down your life… Read More
Let’s face it. It isn’t easy being a parent, much less a homeschooling parent. The winter months can be particularly trying for me, especially when it comes to homeschooling. I LOVE the sunshine and warm weather. I was made to live near the equator, and not so much in the northern hemisphere. However,… Read More
This morning as I was reading the Bible and looking over notes in my journal, I read the following scripture and was inspired to write about it. When I think about the story of Peter walking the water, it truly amazes me. It causes me to think a lot deeper about walking the Faith… Read More
Last month, I wrote a “January Thoughts” post for the first time. It is something that I really enjoyed. It’s fun to look through my journal and share some of my thoughts, lessons, and struggles. That Faith Word Again What a month it’s been. I am definitely learning and growing a lot. I have… Read More
Today at 7:11– I dragged myself out of bed. I was reading a really good book last night and totally didn’t go to bed on time. Normally, I get up around 6 a.m. and throw on my workout clothes while the DVD Player powers up. I am currently doing a Jillian Michael’s Dvd for… Read More
Today, I’m starting a brand new feature! This feature will be to share what I have learned and grown in at the end of each month of this year. Since I journal regularly, I will just be going through my journal and reflecting on that month’s growth. I hope you enjoy it! Letting go of… Read More
In early 2015, I first heard of the “one word” thing. A friend mentioned to me that she had chosen one word for 2015. I thought, “that’s nice,” but didn’t give a ton of thought to it after that. Throughout 2015, I heard and read about more and more people doing it. And at… Read More
Do you ever struggle with fear? Do you know what it is to beat fear and walk by faith? This past week has been a rough one. I have struggled with fear day in and day out. It has been fear to the point of feeling physically sick to my stomach. I used to… Read More