Being an Intentional Friend
I have learned a lot about friendship in the last 20-ish years of my life. I remember the clique phases of grade school, junior high, and high school. I know how hard it is to stay in touch with your high school friends when you attend different colleges. I know what's its like to make lifelong … [Read More...]
Encouraging Our Husbands When it is Hard
By Danielle
Dear Danielle…What if your spouse has issues with an addiction that he won't admit to? We've been married for 18 years, had our ups and downs, been to a Christian marriage counselor and numerous other things. What if the thing that makes me so angry with him is the addiction he will never stop … [Read More...]
One Patio, One Weekend, & One Amazing Transformation
In the beginning... A patio in need of some love My friend, partner in efforts, and well deserving recipient of a garden patio haven... The process... Supplies Ensuring the goods stayed put 7 Hostas, $7 (3 from a garage sale and 4 were … [Read More...]
Week 2 Journal: 30 Day Husband Encouragement Challenge
By Danielle
The enemy of busyness struck again. I didn't start the week off very well. Although I read the daily challenges for Friday and Saturday, I can't say I did much with them. I could have just skipped mentioning those days to you all, but it reminded me of something that the Lord has been teaching me … [Read More...]
Encouraging Our Husband through Respect
By Danielle
Dear Danielle…I know that my husband needs to know that I respect and trust him in all areas. What are some practical ways that I can show him this? Dr. Emerson Eggerlich wrote in his book Love and Respect, “Respect is the key to motivating a husband.” With a M.A. in communications, a Master’s of … [Read More...]
Week 1 Journal: 30-Day Husband Encouragement Challenge
By Danielle
The biggest part of this challenge seems to be the two main points that are continuous for the entire 30 days... You can't say anything negative about your husband...to your husband or to anyone else about your husband. Say something that you admire or appreciate about your husband...to your … [Read More...]
Encouraging Our Husbands to Be Leaders {Giveaway Included!}
By Danielle
Dear Danielle…I want my husband to be the spiritual leader in our marriage and family. He didn’t have an example in his own family and doesn’t understand that this is a role God has called him to do or where to start with it. How can I encourage him as his wife to take on this leadership … [Read More...]
Walking the Walk – 30 Day Husband Encouragement Challenge
By Danielle
I don't want to just talk the talk, but walk the walk, so when I came across the 30 Day Husband Encouragement Challenge at www.reviveourhearts.com, I decided to take the challenge and take you all along on the journey. Today marks one month until our 7th wedding anniversary on June 5th, and this is … [Read More...]
Encouraging Our Husbands
By Danielle
Ever wanted to change something about your husband? An annoying habit? An odd personality trait? Or perhaps you desire that he step up a bit more to take on his God-designed leadership roles in the family? There were a lot of questions I received that seemed to deal with these different things … [Read More...]
Tablescape Inspiration
I was blessed to marry a wonderful man with women in his family who are just as creative as he is, all in varying ways. My mother-in-law, Kay, and I share the love of decor and I am blessed to be able to share her thoughts on tablescapes today. Kay truly has an eye for style. She continually … [Read More...]
Earring Frame Organizer
By Aimee
Welcome back friends, I am so excited to share this project with you. I have been planning to make this lovely little earring organizer out of a picture frame for years... this month you chose projects that re-purpose frames and I hope you'll join me all month as I introduce some fun & easy … [Read More...]
