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DREAMS WITH FEET by Amber Baus

DREAMS WITH FEET by Amber Baus

“Nothing happens unless first a dream.” – Carl Sandburg Dreams.  We all have them. Some are childish while others inspire us to reach beyond the walls of our comfort zones into a new dimension. In a society saturated with fantasy, it’s easy to lose focus while comfortably enfolded in our dreams and desires. Dreams with feet [...]

Have a Holly Jolly Christmas!

Have a Holly Jolly Christmas!

Six Ways to Stay Happy and Healthy 1.      Count Your Blessings. Research shows that people who make a habit of being grateful feel better about their lives overall, were more optimistic about the future, and reported fewer health problems.  2.      Laugh Often. Laughter, like so many other endorphin-triggers, helps to reduce certain stress hormones and [...]

Deck the Halls with Lots of ….Stress?

Deck the Halls with Lots of ….Stress?

The holiday season is a difficult time for many people.  The logistics in planning and implementing holiday plans along with already hectic work schedules and financial stress can cause excessive strain and anxiety for many couples. We all know someone who is struggling, but do we all know how to help?  Here are a few [...]

Only 60 Days till Christmas!

Only 60 Days till Christmas!

For many, the holiday season is overwhelming. Extra activities like gift buying, writing cards, baking desserts, and getting together with extended family members can leave you feeling stressed.    The good news is that you don’t have to let stress ruin your holiday.  Try to pinpoint why you’re anxious and assess what you can and [...]

Too Simple to Talk About

Too Simple to Talk About

In the end, what affects your life most deeply are things too simple to talk about. I use to think that I had to be all things to all people.  Then, I grew up.  With age comes a bit of wisdom and what I’ve learned in my forty eight years of life is to prioritize [...]

“Expect me to win and not lose.” ~ Bobby, age 16

“Expect me to win and not lose.” ~ Bobby, age 16

Most adults remember their teen years with a few cringes and groans of memories best left forgotten.  The old wives tale of the “terrible teenage years” seems to be true with the hindsight of time.  But are these years really so bad? Or have we simply lived up to the expectation of those around us? [...]

The Secret to being a Good Dad? Be a Good Husband.

The Secret to being a Good Dad?  Be a Good Husband.

 Want to know the secret to being a good dad?  Be a good husband. Kids are watching every move you make and it’s no different when it comes to the way you treat your wife.  As adults, we model to children everywhere what it means to be a faithful and loving husband, father, and overall human [...]

Love Conquers Death

Love Conquers Death

Although I’m thankful for celebrations such as Mother and Fathers Day that honor those people that have impacted our lives, I also recognize that these times meant to be joyous, can be difficult for some as they remember those bitter feelings and enduring wounds inflicted by their parents.   Former President Jimmy Carter, Nobel Peace Prize [...]

Slow Dance

Slow Dance

“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom”.   (Ps 90:12) Have you ever watched kids on a merry-go-round, or listened to rain slapping the ground? Ever followed a butterfly’s erratic flight, or gazed at the sun fading into the night? You better slow down, don’t dance so fast, time [...]

Parents…Get Your Fighting Gloves On!

Parents…Get Your Fighting Gloves On!

…“And just what are parents fighting?”  How about padded, push up bikini tops from Abercrombie & Fitch for girls as young as 7 or thongs for kids as young as 10….” USA Today recently published an article criticizing marketers for the onslaught of daily trash dumped onto our American children.  It’s hard enough to raise [...]

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