Love… One Sip At A Time // A Valentine Tea Party
I started hosting tea parties in an older home propped as pretty as you please on the corner of a quiet street. A family of four in a two-bedroom, one-bath home made for a tight fit, and tea parties felt downright snug, but no one would change a thing. Some teas were scripture-based, and others celebrated holidays, but every time, the room filled with the scent of scones, floral tea, and...
Happy Thanks Giving!
I thank my God every time I remember you. Philippians 1:3 On this day of Thanksgiving, know that I thank God for you, our friendship, and the time you spend with me here. Happy...
The Gift of Subtraction
It’s not too late! Subtract ONE event or routine from the holiday calendar. Is there an event or something you do every Christmas that you do for all the wrong reasons? Today, allow intentionality to move forward and take its place in your schedule. Pray over the calendar asking God to release you from guilt or any other misplaced emotion and to make clear those places He...
Christmas Hospitality: Perfect is a Lie
If you Google “hospitality” Alberta Scott, my grandmother, is sure to pop up in the top five. MaMa sang in the church choir, taught Sunday School, baked a pound cake nearly every week for shut-ins, was a founding member of the Garden Club, i.e. lots of parties, and welcomed anyone who showed up on her doorstep. Not to mention how she loved on me and the entire family throughout...
10 Ways to Build Gratitude Into Our Children’s Hearts
Family Life has been a blessing via radio for years. Imagine my delight when I saw 10 Ways to Build Gratitude Into Our Children’s Hearts by Darcy Kimmel posted on their Web site. What I appreciate most about Darcy’s post? Not only is her insight spot-on, the ten ways are also pithy, practical and downright powerful. One of the greatest gifts we can sow into the hearts of our...
5 Meaningful Things to Do In Preparation for Thanksgiving
Searching for ways to make Thanksgiving a little more meaningful? 1. Read the history of Thanksgiving. Here’s an option from The Christian Coalition. 2. Make a Thanksgiving Tree. This will be a must when the grandchildren get a wee bit older. One quick trip to Pinterest and we’ll have a plethora of ideas to choose from. 3. Include others in your celebration. Do you...
Thankfulness: Write it Down
Today, let’s focus on Thanksgiving! We’ll turn our attention to Christmas on Monday. Thankfulness: Write it down. So, what better opportunity to write someone who has left an indelible impression on your life? Be as specific as possible when sharing why you’re thankful for them. Tell them how they made you feel or how God used them to draw you closer to Him. An...