We're headed to the Smoky Mountains today for our last getaway as a family during 2012. Our agenda includes The Apple Barn, Dixie Stampede, Fanny Farkle, the original Log Cabin Pancake House, and maybe a little laser tag. I'm certain a good time will be had by all. But before we head out the door, I wanted to let you know about the amazing After Christmas Sale at Dayspring. This is some serious goodness!! So, here are just a few of the goodies I'm thinking might have to find a home here ... [Read More]
Our Christmas Prayer for You
From our home in North Alabama to wherever this holiday finds you, our prayer for you is simple. May you find wonder in the twinkling lights And beauty in quiet winter nights. May you see others through eyes of grace, Reach others' hearts in every space. May God reach down and touch your heart, Feel His nearness, never far apart. May all your days be filled with love And blessings certain from above. This Christmas Day our prayers we share For peace and hope and friends who care. As you ... [Read More]
An Invitation for Christmas Slowing
It's frantic and it's push and shove To get it done in time The only chance for standing still Is in the check-out line. "Chargin' into the Holidays" from the musical, One Quiet Night Here we are, Christmas Eve ... and perhaps you are making your last minute dash to buy and bake. If so, you're probably not alone. If my Facebook feed is any indication, today will be filled with rushing to finish everything on the ever-present list. I have a few items left on my list as well. May ... [Read More]
5 Ways to Shine Bright this Christmas
It's here ... the final countdown. Christmas is just five days away. It's easy to spend these last few days wrapped up in the execution of the plans we've been making for the past few weeks. And while there is nothing wrong with perfect Christmas meals, beautifully wrapped packages, and festive get-togethers, maybe you want something a little more for this year. Maybe you're an Advent failure whose calendar is still on December 8th. (I can relate.) Maybe you forgot to get an angel off ... [Read More]
Great Provider excerpt from When God Draws Near devotions
Sharing one of the devotions from When God Draws Near: the story of redemption. Free download ... go ahead and get your copy now! Great Provider Reading: Psalm 23 We have a seven-year-old nephew and, as my husband says, “His want-er isn’t broken.” He can open any catalog, watch any commercial, or walk down the aisles of any store and share the litany of all his wants. Of course, most of our want-ers are broken either, are they? We’ve got our own Christmas lists. They may not be full of ... [Read More]
17 Favorite Non-Fiction Reads of 2012
Have I mentioned my new-found love for list.ly? Yeah, it's awesomely easy and a great way to connect with others! You can like (or dislike) items on this list, share the list, indicate you've read the book ... so much fun! So go ahead ... like, dislike, share, or even add books to the list!! C'mon, join the fun!! :) I read well over 200 books this year, about 2/3 of them were non-fiction. So, I thought I'd share my favorites. And so, here you have my favorite non-fiction reads of ... [Read More]
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