Today is the big day. Disney on Ice opens in Atlanta tonight at Phillips Arena and our family is so excited to be going! The show is here all week, so if you're in the Atlanta area, make sure to take advantage of special savings just for moms. Get 4 tickets for just $44 for all weekday shows by entering the code "MOM" at TicketMaster. You can also become a fan of the … [Read more...]
Enjoy the Moments That Matter: An Interview with Author Susan Pohlman
Sometimes in your life you are confronted or presented with something that will forever change your view, your outlook, your life. Books and movies are likely places this can happen. I was presented with such a book just a month ago and it has forever changed the way I look at myself, my marriage, and my life. It's titled Halfway to Each Other: How a Year in Italy Brought Our Family Home … [Read more...]
The Strong Life Test for Women
You've got to take this test specifically designed for women. Just click on the "Start" button below. It will give you insight into your primary and secondary strengths. My number 1? Big surprise: Teacher. Number 2? Advisor. Hmm, maybe Mr. Buckingham is on to something here. The results were pretty on target. Would you agree? TEACHER: Your focus is instinctively toward the other … [Read more...]
The Simple Guide to a Minimalist Life
You know it sounds almost impossible. We want something simple. We crave a minimalist life. But when the rubber meets the road, making it happen seems complicated...and overwhelming. I know. I've been there. Right there with you. That's the reason I read the Zen Habits blog by Leo Babauta every day. It's also why I listen to his book, The Power of Less when I take long road trips. … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: Nurturing the Creative Spirit
I am frequently in awe of the creative spirit of children...particularly my own since those are the children I spend most of my time with. The way their minds are open to possibility, the fervor with which they pursue their dreams, the way they engage with the world around them. It's inspiring and motivating at the same time. Are you nurturing your own creative spirit? Do you take time to … [Read more...]
Joining the Flickr Revolution
Are you on Flickr? Do you really use it?I'm curious to know because I just recently started using it more frequently to upload, post, and view images. I've had an account for years but barely posted anything there since I didn't really see a need for it. However, after starting my tasra365 photography challenge to improve my images 300% in a year, I had a change of heart.The primary … [Read more...]
Friday Twitter Roundup
Throughout the week I find so many interesting links, articles, giveaways, and other great stuff on Twitter that I thought I'd share some of the highlights. Enjoy!1‚ÄîThe world says, "Seeing is believing." God says, "Believing is seeing." My thought: What do you need to believe today so that you can see it tomorrow. 2‚ÄîInspiration revealed. Chris Brogan … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: Self-Portrait
When was the last time you took a self-portrait? Why not try one today? You can set up your camera on timer, get yourself ready and shoot as many times as you want until you get something you like. It's an interesting experience to take pictures of yourself because we often see ourselves differently than the rest of the world does. Give it a try! I'd love to see what you capture. … [Read more...]
And the winners are….
Winner of the book, Welcome Home Woodhouse Family is... Dianne Winner of the DVD, What About Me? is... Cathi Carpenter Congrats to our two winners! Contact me with your address so I can send you your prizes. More reviews and giveaways coming very soon! … [Read more...]
Imagine Your Life Without Fear
Is that possible? Can you imagine what it would be like to live without fear of any kind? How much more would you accomplish in a single day, an hour, a moment? Just imagine it for a moment. When I think about living without fear, I realize just how many moments in my life are filled with fear. From health concerns and parenting questions to business plans and complicated finances, there are … [Read more...]
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