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Building Character

Using Your Gifts

Since I was little, I dreamed of owning a Jeep. Not just any model but a Jeep Wrangler. Most young girls fantasize about Prince Charming or have some

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Everyday Life

God is Our Helper

How often do you lose your cell phone in the house? Every time I misplace mine, I think of you, single mother. At least I have a husband

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Everyday Life

Strength of My Weary Heart

The past two years have been anything but magical. In fact, I’ve recorded them as probably the most difficult in my life’s journey. I would survive the day

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Everyday Life

Who is Sitting on Your Buddy Bench?

During the years I spent performing my required playground duty as an elementary teacher, I always felt sad for the children who lacked a playmate. The one solitary

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Building Character

What Needs to Be Left Behind?

I recall a movie I saw years ago where a castaway on an island finally boarded a rescue boat. As she pulled away from shore, she waved goodbye

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Everyday Life

Sin is Welcome Here

I don’t like to brag, but I did a pretty incredible thing with my two boys. I created a kind rule-follower and an adorable, ornery rebel. That takes

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Everyday Life

Thankful

I have two beautiful trees in my front yard. My favorite tree of all casts shade over the whole yard and also holds a tree swing, which I

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Building Character

Stop the Noise

One of the best presents I’ve given my nephew on Christmas was Magic Tracks, the amazing race track that can bend, flex, and glow. It definitely was fun

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Everyday Life

What Do You Want?

What do you want? A simple question with a lot of intent. You’ve probably asked your kids a million times that very same demand. But what if you

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