A Moment of Christmas:
25 December Devotions for Moms
It’s my prayer that we moms will make room for the peace and fullness of joy this season is meant to exude. I want my children to see me making room for Him in my inn, even amidst the to-do list.
Whether it’s at the beginning of the day (before kids and life demand) or at the end of a long day before finally collapsing into bed – whenever you take a moment for yourself, I pray you allow the peace of the season to wash over you.
Pumpkin Spice For Your Soul:
25 Devotions for Autumn
Autumn is the perfect time to take back the reins of our self-care intentions. To pause and actually care for ourselves, spending time focusing on that which truly fills our hearts and cares for our souls.
Each day includes Scripture, devotions, prayer, reflection questions to ponder throughout your day, and an “extra shot” — inspiring quotes, recipes, and fun autumn ideas — like espresso for your soul! You'll also find lined pages for your own autumn reflections, nine of Anna's favorite autumn recipes, and and a bonus devotion for the start of Advent.
It's my prayer that the pause found on these pages would help you savor this fleeting and favored season.
on 25 weeks: a #girlwithbaby update
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on Five Minute Friday: See
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on making friends
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on a post-Christmas treat: Eggnog Bread recipe
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on my #OneWord365 for 2014
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on Girl with Blog’s top 10 posts from 2013
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on the most wonderful & difficult time of the year
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on Advent calendars – a guest post by…
... Husby! =) He wrote this for our monthly feature on the Vibrant Faith @ Home blog, and I loved it. So I'm sharing a bit of it with you here. His words were a balm for me, as this month I've wanted nothing more than to cancel life and steep in Advent but it's like...
on keeping the calm in Christmas
After receiving so many responses to this post, I thought perhaps we could all use a few ideas on how to actually and practically seek & find Him amidst the busy. Below are a few things I feel help me keep the calm throughout the crazy. ps - I love you guys....
on finding the calm in Christmas
Two weeks before Christmas, and an empty, undecorated tree stands lonely in the corner. A small pile of gifts are unwrapped, tucked away in a cupboard from peeking eyes. The kitchen is somewhere beneath itself, as mice decided to move in for a night and now the...
on Christmas Tips & Sweet Memories {more from Hometown Christmas}
I should really share a recipe from Hometown Christmas (and I will, promise!) but what I really love in this cookbook are the sweet little tips, quotes and Christmas memories. Here are some of my favorite tips - there's one at the bottom of almost every page! Tuck...
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Anna E. Rendell: Author, latte lover. Content Marketing Manager at (in)courage by DaySpring. Wife of Jared and mom of four littles. Telling real stories from real life, and encouraging you to find the extra in your ordinary.
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