Category: Inspirational

Avoiding an Identity Crisis

Posted on by Beth Langley

 

Finding yourself isn’t really that difficult when you know where to look

Did you ever play the “who am I” game as a child?  I did and loved it!  My kids loved it just as much.  You describe the animal and your friends have to guess who you are.  This is a fun game, but somehow I got sucked into playing this game with my life.  Constantly trying to find my identity in what I was doing.  That’s a very dangerous game and I almost lost.

I am married. I am not a wife. 

I sing. I am not a singer. 

I teach. I am not a teacher. 

I have children. I am not a mama. 

I write. I am not a writer. 

I have a job. I am not an employee.  

I am …  

What am I?  Who am I?  

This question has haunted me for decades. 

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Fake It `Till You Make It: How to Become as Filthy Rich as Celebrities?

Posted on by Admin

We are obsessed with celebrities earnings and secretively wish we had their money. We imagine life to be easier and more fun if we were filthy rich. I would not mind having the wealth that comes with stardom. If you are prone to Google the highest earning celebrities or constantly look if there are any changes to the Forbs rich list celebrities, you might want to work towards living a life of glamour.

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Dear Mama – You. Are. Enough. #motivation

Posted on by Beth Langley

We have all been there.  We’ve all been right where you are.  Feelings of insecurities are compounded by feelings of inadequacy and the cherry on top is hopelessness.

Mama – Life. Is. Hard.

There’s sleepless nights – why didn’t anyone tell me that just because they’re not physically waking me up doesn’t mean I’m going to sleep thru the night?!?  I think I actually slept better when I was getting up every 2 hours for feedings or scary dreams.

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No More Mama Drama

Posted on by Beth Langley

Drama… Drama… Drama… with a little Mama Drama cherry on top!  That’s what my yesterday consisted of.  None of this drama belonged to this mama, mind you, but somehow I was privy to drama from many outside sources.  I.  Am.  Tired.  I went to bed last night with a heavy heart and the sun rose with the weight still entangling my soul.

I have a 13 year old – so need I say more?  There’s always a certain amount of drama, but yesterday was different…  Two of my friends are at odds at each other (and one at me for Heaven only knows why…), another school mom was messaging me about something she deemed inappropriate at school, and then I walked into church last night … (looking for a safe haven and restoring of my spirit) the lady who sits in front of me also happens to work with me, I hadn’t even put my caboose on the pew before she had turned around…”You will never believe the drama at work today…”. 

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The Art of Pampering Yourself

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“Self-care is never a selfish act—it is simply good stewardship of the only gift I have, the gift I was put on earth to offer to others.”– Parker Palmer

The world is constantly showering us with new problems and worries. A lack of time and overall hasty life pace aren’t helping either. To deal with such stress and pressure, every now and then, you need to dedicate some time to self-indulgence. The good news is that luxury can fit into everyone’s budget, from tight to unlimited. Here are some great suggestions and you choose the ones that match both your wallet and your preference.

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Compassion International Child Survival Program

Posted on by April Stephens

Being a mother is one of the best things that has ever happened to me.  Funny, before my oldest daughter was born my sister said she couldn’t imagine ME – being a mother.  I know she doesn’t think that now. 😉  But back then, I was not the typical mother type.  I read every parenting magazine I could get my hands on.  I watched every baby show on TLC.  But those things didn’t prepare me for motherhood.  Once my baby was born, God gave me a natural instinct to care for my child. What a beautiful picture of his love for us!

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Why My Kids are NEVER Bored

Posted on by Beth Langley

Mama are you tired of hearing phrases like … “Mom I am soooooooooooo Bored”, ” I have Nooothing to do”, “Can we pleeeaaaasssseeee go to (you fill in the blank)”… 

Just picture me crinkling up my nose and narrowing my eyes and saying in my most nasaly voice possible 🙂 .  Wanna know something? 

I NEVER hear these prhases! 

And the solution to bored kids is beyond simple!  Are you ready for it? 

Get your pen and paper, you’re gonna want to write this one down…

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5 Irrefutable Facts which Approve that Working from Home is Profitable

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In recent times, the importance of work can’t be denied. In fact, no one can avoid its significance. The entire human civilization has been constructed to work. But there are some people out there who cannot afford to do any full-time job for the living. Because they have some personal issues and cannot leave home for the sake of the full-time job. Then what will they do for the living? Well, nowadays, everyone knows the term ‘work from home’ jobs. Isn’t it? This alternative way helps you to easily opt for fulfilling your requirements. So, if you also don’t like the thought of hurrying to a workplace on a daily basis, then working from home will be an appropriate option for you.

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The Night I Fell In Love With a 13 Year Old

Posted on by Beth Langley

Have you ever known someone for so long that you forgot who they were?

I recently went on a date with this pretty cute 13 year old.  Yeah I’m 38 but I couldn’t help myself.  I’ve known this guy since he was born.  I celebrated his birth with his family and I’ve watched him grow into this spectacular young man in what seems to be a blink of an eye.  I’ve watched him take his first steps, witnessed his first bicycle ride, and yes – I was there when he scored his first goal.  I’ve watched this boy morph into a man right before my eyes, yet I had lost sight of who he really was.  He’s my son.

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Family Dinner: 3 Tips For a More Enjoyable Evening

Posted on by April Stephens

Guest post contributed by Emma Sturgis

The evening is the time where everyone in the family is home. The kids are finished with their homework and are tuckered out after sports practice, and the parents are ready to retire after returning from work. Days tend to be crazy, but we still want to dedicate our time to family, but sometimes it can be quite a hassle getting everyone together in the evening. The adults are tired, the kids won’t stop bickering, and the teen has done enough whining and complaining. But there is hope! Here are a few tips to make your evening more enjoyable.
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