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I’m excited to feature author Christina Dudley, who writes both historical and contemporary romance. Since I’ve read her historical romances, that will be my focus. Her storytelling is filled with wit and humor, and her books are refreshingly clean and wholesome. General information about author Christina Dudley Author Christina Dudley’s novels have been praised as … Read more
Contentment is a state of happiness and satisfaction. An acceptance of one’s circumstances. A sense of calm and quiet pleasure. The feeling that needs are met. Being at harmony with one’s situation. All of this sounds good to me, so let’s take a deep dive into how to cultivate contentment. What is the OPPOSITE of … Read more
The Ninja Creami is my new favorite way to whip up treats at home. Whether you’re craving creamy gelato, fruity sorbet, protein-packed snacks, or wild dessert mashups, the Creami is basically a magic wand for frozen goodness. In this post, we’ll dive into some seriously delicious Ninja Creami creations. No fancy chef skills required! Who … Read more
We need water every day for drinking, preparing food, and cleaning. It’s used in a variety of ways all over the world, and it has always been that way. It’s no wonder that water is a rich and layered metaphor in scripture symbolizing cleansing, renewal, life, abundance, and even chaos. Let’s take a look at … Read more
I read The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown with a group of dear friends, and we met weekly (usually) to discuss and share insights. What a rich, meaningful, fun, and heartwarming experience! The book is all about a journey toward wholehearted living. It’s filled with fun personal anecdotes, wisdom gleaned from careful research, humor, … Read more
Aren’t brownies amazing? I love digging into their gooey chocolatey goodness. A decadent brownie fudge sundae is hard to beat. But I really shouldn’t keep an entire pan of brownies in the house!! I am sorry to say that I would eat far too much of the pan on my own. Why not try making … Read more
The examen prayer is a beautiful, introspective practice rooted in Ignatian spirituality. It’s designed to help you reflect on your day, notice where God has been present, and discern areas of growth or gratitude. It’s simple but meaningful. Let’s explore this practice together and think about incorporating it into our daily routine. It all began … Read more
I love the idea of mug cakes and brownies–a single serving that satisfies a sweet tooth but doesn’t leave leftovers to taunt you all week. 🙂 Why not apply the same idea and try a delicious mug apple pie? It comes together quickly and bursts with sweet and tart flavors. What types of apples work … Read more
Hope isn’t something we simply stumble upon. It’s something we can nurture, strengthen, and cultivate in our daily lives. Just as a gardener tends the soil, waters the plants, and removes weeds to help something grow, we must be intentional about making space for hope to flourish. The Bible gives us many reminders of where … Read more
I’ve never really been a basketball fan, but I am most definitely a Caitlin Clark fan. It is FUN to watch her play. However, Caitlin Clark’s impact goes far beyond her amazing statistics. She’s elevated women’s basketball to new heights, drawing record crowds, major media attention, and a new generation of fans. And the best … Read more