How to Change Your Life with a Planner (When You’ve Failed in the Past)
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How to Change Your Life with a Planner (When You’ve Failed in the Past)

Using a planner to organize your life sounds like (and is!) a wonderful thing.  Wistfully, you dream of having your deadlines, appointments, and important tasks in a single location for reference. Plus, you’re finally ready to live a more productive and change your life with a planner. But once reality sets in, you find planning…

20 Ways to Have FUN at Home on New Year’s Eve
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20 Ways to Have FUN at Home on New Year’s Eve

I have a confession.  Last New Year’s Eve, I didn’t stay up until midnight. Pathetic, I know. With little kids, it’s just too hard for us to go out on New Year’s, so we usually end up staying home. Don’t get me wrong, I love my flannel pants and wearing no make-up, but this year I…

How to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain and Not Feel Deprived
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How to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain and Not Feel Deprived

We’re right in the throes of those weeks of the year where eating anything and everything “because it’s the holidays” is not only acceptable, but it’s encouraged.  To avoid Granny’s pumpkin pie or noodle casserole might get you a few eye rolls or, worse yet, negative comments.  Combine that with the overabundance of food EVERYWHERE…

Simple Holiday Bible Study Ideas When You’re Short on Time
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Simple Holiday Bible Study Ideas When You’re Short on Time

The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and connection, but it can also be overwhelming. With so much on our plates, it’s easy to neglect our time in God’s Word. Here are some simple holiday Bible study ideas to stay spiritually grounded amid the holiday hustle. Let’s be honest. . . When life is…

Don't let hope be in short supply this holiday, even when you're battling depression.
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How to Find Hope When the Holiday Depression Hits

I’d rather fast forward past the holidays this year. Bah humbug. The holiday season is meant to be an exciting, wonderful time. Except when it isn’t. Friend, if you are not feeling the joy of the holiday season, you aren’t alone. Depression and sadness often hit during the holiday season. Whether due to grief, loss,…