• Devotionals

    Why We Feel the Backlash from the World…

    This verse, John 7:7, drew my attention last week.  Jesus made it clear why the world hates Him. Also, as Christians, it’s really God (Jesus Christ) that they hate, whom we represent. The reason for their hatred is evident.  People don’t want to believe in God (Jesus Christ) because His light reveals their darkness. Their sin. If people can label themselves as atheists, they won’t have to feel accountable for their sin. Those that believe in evolution work hard to prove their theories so that they can also live the way they want to live without feeling accountable to God. Be a Christian that’s proud to represent the righteousness of…

  • Cleaning,  Home Organization Series

    Home Organization Series – The Front Closet – Day 2

    *Disclaimer: Amazon affiliate links have been used in this post. Day 2 – Front Closet On day 2, you taking another step closer to getting your home organized. Ready for your next task? Let’s tackle the front closet today. – Step one: Take everything out. The coats, the hangers, the boxes – everything. – Step two: Sweep or vacuum the floor and wipe down the shelf. Before you just stick everything back in and close the door – stop. Sort through what you own. – Step three: Let’s do some de-cluttering! Here’s some questions to ask… Do you really need it? Does it still fit? Does it need repaired? (Set…

  • Home Organization Series,  Videos

    Home Organization Series – The Dump Spot – Day 1

    Day 1- The “Spot” Today’s task is to tackle “the spot”. You know the one. It’s the spot where you dump everything when you come home from work. For some, it’s that little counter to the side of the fridge. For others, it’s the table in the foyer. It doesn’t matter where it is for you. Just get an empty box and dump everything in it. Everything. Wipe “the spot” so that it’s nice and clean. Admire the “clean spot” for a moment. Ok, now, it’s time to get to work. Set yourself up at the dining room table or your kitchen island. Now, we’re going to sort through the…

  • Devotionals,  Spiritual thoughts

    What to Do When Your Heart is Broken

    I don’t have to explain to you how a broken heart feels.  Most of us have experienced a broken heart more than once.  The piercing pain of your heart feels like it’s having the very life being squeezed from it. Whatever is or has been close to your heart is vulnerable to be broken. When we love or care about someone else, there will always be that potential to have our heart shattered to pieces.  Our hearts get broken over betrayal, rejection, loss of loved ones, broken dreams and more. It’s easy to feel like it’s just not worth it anymore to put ourselves out there…it’s not worth it to…

  • Cleaning,  Homemaking,  March,  Spring

    10 Easy Ways to Freshen Your Home on a Budget

    *Disclaimer: Amazon affiliate links have been used in this post. Springtime is finally upon us! I love spring because it represents a fresh new beginning….it’s a time of change, renewal and warmer days. This season is the perfect time to freshen up your home as well. Yes, I automatically get into the mindset of “spring cleaning” but today I’m sharing 10 easy ways to fresh your home on a budget before you even get into the full swing of spring cleaning….so that you can make the most of springtime! Open up your windows. During the winter months the windows stay closed. Your indoor air becomes stale. In fact, indoor pollution…