Last week was the first week of summer break for the kids. Now I love my kids more than anything. Truly. But I'll just be honest and tell you that less routine and more fun last week forced me to run to chocolate more than once. In fact, I moved the hiding place for my chocolate stash. Since the first bag I bought was almost gone before I even had one peanut butter M&M. *sigh* While … [Read more...] about 13 Bible Verses on Strength
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Being Strong Doesn’t Look the Same for Everyone
I listened intently to Christine Caine yesterday as she discussed today's Christian women and the challenges they face. And since then, I haven't been able to get the idea out of my head that being strong doesn't look the same for everyone. I mean, I have a friend whose husband is working long hours on a job that he really needs. She cares for 4 children at home, doing laundry and helping with … [Read more...] about Being Strong Doesn’t Look the Same for Everyone
The Secret to Strength
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Top 5 Reasons I Ran a 1/2 Marathon
In January 2008, I had this wild idea to run with my husband. News flash, People: Just because you are thin doesn't mean you are IN SHAPE! So run I did. I stunk at it, but I did it. On April 26, 2008, Matt and I ran the Country Music ½ Marathon. Matt is an incredible runner, having ten or so full marathons under his belt, as well as many shorter races. However, it was my first race. … [Read more...] about Top 5 Reasons I Ran a 1/2 Marathon