Revolutionize Your Way of Thinking by thinking on truth

The Truth and Importance Test: How to Revolutionize Your Way of Thinking

My mind was whirling this morning as I looked at my to-do list.  This is unusual, because I am totally a list kind of girl!  I love making lists, and I find extreme satisfaction in checking off each item as it is accomplished.  In fact, sometimes, if I complete a task not on my list, I’ll write it down just so I can have the satisfaction of crossing it off.  However, I have been sick for three weeks, and I …

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Layered Decorating: Tips for Decorating with Layers

Decorating on a Budget A wonderful aspect of owning a home is that you have the freedom to make it look however you want.  You can change the flooring, replace counters, knock out a wall, put in a claw foot tub- anything your budget and the building department allow.  But when budget is a limiting factor or you rent your home, these big changes aren’t possible.  That’s when your decorating has to pull double duty, and the décor has to …

How to pray for your family

How to Pray for Your Family

Prayer is the most effective power on earth. Use these ideas and examples to begin praying for your family.

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7 Ways to Create Peace in Your Home

It’s easy to run on autopilot when life is busy- and when is it not?  Between all the activities and all that needs done, if I am feeling frazzled, I know my family is feeling it too.  Then the chances for squabbling, whining, and bad attitudes increase.  Sometimes the busy-ness is necessary, but how can we keep peace in our homes and family, even when life is busy? Here are seven ways that have helped me to keep (or re-establish) …