I really love the idea of choosing one overarching word for each year rather than making detailed resolutions because it offers me a way to reevaluate and readjust throughout the year without feeling guilty over each little miss or failure. In 2012, my word was authenticity, and I grew a lot that year in my…
The following guest post is from Doña Bumgarner of Nurtured Mama: The year I got divorced I struggled with a deep depression. Just getting out of bed each morning took monumental effort. The one thing that grounded me each day, and eventually helped pull me back to life, was a tiny journal that I kept…
It's always a privilege to guest post at Simple Mom, and this week I'm sharing my thoughts about moms and our reluctance and guilt when it comes to taking care of ourselves: I feel guilty every time I buy new underwear. Yep, as ridiculous as it may be, I find myself feeling like I shouldn’t…
Spice up your love life -- in the bedroom and out -- with this week's ebook bundle, which includes 5 faith-based ebooks for married couples. With ideas for rekindling romance, being the best spouse you can be and improving your sex life, this collection is a fun way to rediscover the spark and prioritize romance…
The following guest post is from Deb of Home Life Simplified: All around the internet I read posts and advice about not comparing yourself to others. I am pretty sure I have written that myself at times. It got to the point though where it felt comparisons were being touted as inherently bad. I do…
Let's be clear: a fashionista, I am not. Most of my clothes are hand-me-downs from my mom and sister (both of whom are very fashionable), and I'm perfectly okay with just having a few outfits that I really love and feel good in. And truthfully, most days at home during the summer find me in…
Are you looking to lose weight, take control of your health or get stronger? If so, this week's bundle is for you! With 5 unique guides to health and fitness, you'll discover recipes, exercise tips and motivation to make real, lasting changes in your life. Get this bundle for more than 85% off this week…
As a fairly uncoordinated person, I'm in awe of the actress in the new Vaseline Spray & Go Moisturizer commercial! You'd think her acrobatic morning routine might involve some sort of camera trick or special effects, but in reality, the actress is Emma, a dancer from London who trained as an acrobat as a child…
What's on your summer reading list? I'm so enjoying reading the summer reading guides from people like Anne and Tsh, whose book recommendations I always appreciate! I, however, am currently on a book buying hiatus as I make my way (sloooooooowly) through the ones already on my Kindle. With weeks when I'm not reading any…
This giveaway is now closed! The winner is Susan ([email protected])! Channellock is truly a family business, run by generations of the DeArment family in Meadville, Pennsylvania, where they manufacturer more than 120 high-quality pliers and assorted hand tools, like these: E326 XLT Long Nose Pliers Xtreme High Leverage technology means considerably less force required to…