This month my husband's aunt Betty died of complications due to liver cancer. By the time she found out she had liver cancer, it was stage 4. We were shocked by how quickly we lost her to cancer. She was also a survivor of polio and breast cancer. She was successful in work life, a kind aunt, and strong woman. We lost her too soon. I hate cancer. I've lost too many people in my family and my husband's family to this dreadful disease. I am thankful that I know the Lord, that I understand this … [Read more...]
Women’s Ministry Purim Celebration: Royal Party Ideas
On March 11, our Women's Ministry team decided to have a vespers devotional and potluck supper to coincide with Purim. Purim is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the saving of the Jewish people from Haman, who was planning to kill all the Jews. In the twelfth month, which is the month of Adar, on its thirteenth day ... on the day that the enemies of the Jews were expected to prevail over them, it was turned about: the Jews prevailed over their adversaries. - Esther 9:1 We decided we wanted to … [Read more...]
Buy SING Movie for an Entertaining Movie Night!
In a city of humanoid animals, a hustling theatre impresario’s attempt to save his theater with a sing competition becomes grander than he anticipates even as its finalists’ find that their lives will never be the same. About SING Movie From Illumination, the studio that brought you The Secret Life of Pets and the Despicable Me franchise, comes an animated comedy about finding the music that lives inside all of us. SING stars Academy Award® winner† Matthew McConaughey as Buster Moon, an … [Read more...]
Digestive Issues? Here’s Nutrition to Feel Good About!
This post is sponsored by ProNourish™ Drinks. I received free ProNourish™ drinks, but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Moms, do you suffer from digestive issues or sensitivities? If so, YOU ARE NOT ALONE. In fact, did you know that over 80 million U.S. adults 18+ suffer digestive sensitivities? Wow, that's a large portion of our population - 34% to be exact. And if you do suffer from digestion issues, you know firsthand that they can disrupt your otherwise active and … [Read more...]
Six Must Visit Playgrounds for Kids in Whatcom County
This post was sponsored by Landscape Structures as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. All opinions expressed in my post are my own. My kids and I are always looking for the best playgrounds for kids near us. They, of course, love playgrounds and I love seeing them play, run, and make believe. The playground inevitably becomes a ship, maybe a pirate ship, and often times my kids end up saving people or animals from the raging waters. Another favorite playground game is … [Read more...]
Amazing Busy Bag Ideas for Family Travel
We have two big family travel trips planned this year. In April, we'll be flying to Hawaii, for a Spring multi-generational family travel vacation. In July, we'll take a road trip from Seattle to San Diego for our annual family reunion at the Lawrence Welk Resort. When we're traveling, I pack a lot of great things for my kids. They each get a back pack, packed full, of items to keep them occupied. We include lots of snacks, water bottles, electronic game players, and tablets. But, we also … [Read more...]
How to Be Content with What You Have
If you take a casual stroll around any bookstore, you’ll notice the world’s message that the only way to contentment is to have more and be more. You need a better body, a nicer sports car, and a better-looking spouse. You need to be more charming, more intelligent, and more influential. But this “have more, be more” message can lead to discontentment. How to Be Content with What You Have Hebrews 13:5 tells us, “Be content with what you have, because God has said, ‘I will never leave … [Read more...]
