Sometimes we have absolutely no clue as to what to do or say when a friend is grieving. That’s why I put together my top 7 tips on helping the grief-stricken. My husband and I have been in the ministry (pastoring) for over 30 years. And I love just about everything about it. I adore […]
Print FriendlyI Have a Song for That – My Karaoke Experience
July 24, 2019 by 28 Comments
This is a funny story about my one and only karaoke experience – I Have a Song For That! Why does everyone automatically think that a pastor’s wife can sing? I can’t sing. Period. Not a lick. (Where did that expression come from?) I didn’t say that I don’t sing, just that I can’t. […]
How to Find Shopping Steals and Deals
July 19, 2019 by 84 Comments
I’m sharing all my shopping steals and deals today. Don’t forget to comment and leave your favorite tips for saving money when shopping. I still have the tags from a pair of classic white Bermuda shorts (by one of my favorite designers) I purchased last summer. The original price (not suggested) was $120.00. Score! I […]
How Long Common Foods Last Before Going Bad
September 26, 2018 by 18 Comments
Don’t you hate it when food goes bad in the fridge, freezer or pantry? Sometimes, it’s just hard to tell how long foods last before going bad. And I hate doing the smell test when I’m a little iffy about meat that has been in the refrigerator a day too long. If it smells just slightly […]
Pep Talk for Writers
June 13, 2016 by 22 Comments
Are you a writer? If so, here’s a little pep talk for writers – a pep talk for you! Here’s a question for all you writers out there: Have you ever written a post or article that you’re fairly certain will never see the light of day? You well remember that day when inspiration struck […]
Describe Your Mom in One Word
May 8, 2016 by 12 Comments
Quick! Can you describe your mom in one word? For several weeks, anticipating Mother’s Day, I’ve had the thought to describe my mom in one word. All sorts of words come to mind: loving, pretty, sweet, agile, awesome cook (oops, that’s two words). The one word that has stuck with me is fun. Yep, my mom […]
Blogging 101 – Are You Stealing Photos?
February 16, 2016 by 28 Comments
A while back, I shared a post on How to Blog Like A Pro in my Blogging 101 series. One of the points I shared is, “Never post a picture on your blog that you do not have permission to use.” I felt like I needed to add to that info and that’s why I’m sharing Blogging […]
Melinda’s Amazing Weight Loss Story
January 6, 2016 by 35 Comments
Y’all should all know my sister, Melinda, by now, and I’m so excited to share Melinda’s Amazing Weight Loss Story! Actually, she’s going to share it. But first . . . At the beginning of 2013, when I first started blogging, Melinda was my one constant fan. I don’t really like the word fan because […]
Christmas Tablescapes, Party Tips & More
November 16, 2015 by 21 Comments
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas and I’ve been busy planning my tablescape. For me, Thanksgiving and Christmas tablescapes are my very favorite and I try to mix it up every year without breaking the budget. With that in mind, I thought I’d share some of my Christmas Tablescapes, Party Tips & More. […]
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month
November 11, 2015 by 23 Comments
Did you know that November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month? I didn’t until I was recently contacted by the beautiful Heather Von St. James. She’s approaching her 10-year cancer-free anniversary after having her left lung removed due to a preventable disease called mesothelioma. When Heather was a little girl, her dad worked in drywall construction. She […]
