With the start of every year I like to WriTe oUt My gOaLs. Some years the list can get quite intensive including goals in my relationships, personal life, and finances. And while that is all well and good, sometimes I just need to pick one and focus on that. Maybe you can relate. If so, consider naming 2013 your yearContinue reading “Make 2013 Your Year Of…”
Monthly Archives: December 2012
Day 24 – Advent Calendar
MeRrY ChRiStMaS!! Think about the real reason we celebrate Christmas and do something related. Stop in at the Church, watch the Nativity movie, read the Nativity story from your bible, etc. {You may choose to simplify the process big-time. It doesn’t need to be time-consuming, stressful, or cost you anything. Do what works for youContinue reading “Day 24 – Advent Calendar”
Day 23 – Advent Calendar
Do something nice for someone you have had a conflict with in the past. Alternative Activity: Wrap a present for Jesus (or write it down). Perhaps it is asking Him for help to get rid of your bad attiude, a sin you have committed or something in your life that has been disappointing you. No matter what,Continue reading “Day 23 – Advent Calendar”
Day 22 – Advent Calendar
Get Christmas Pampered! Take a bubble bath to Christmas music, paint your nails a bright red, green or silver, and sit back and relax! {You may choose to simplify the process big-time. It doesn’t need to be time-consuming, stressful, or cost you anything. Do what works for you and enjoy the season with the onesContinue reading “Day 22 – Advent Calendar”
Infertility During the Holidays
These days our house is filled with toys, laughter, and absolute chaos as we prepare for Christmas. I’m running out of places to hide presents and our elf on the shelf, tripping over Abby’s little people reindeer thanks to her insisting that they “take off” in the middle of the living room, and loving theContinue reading “Infertility During the Holidays”
Day 21 – Advent Calendar
Do something for someone that the can’t do for themselves. (Examples: pay their electric bill, introduce two of your single friends to one another, take an elderly person out shopping, pray for someone who has drifted from the faith, etc.) {You may choose to simplify the process big-time. It doesn’t need to be time-consuming, stressful,Continue reading “Day 21 – Advent Calendar”
Snowflakes for the Newtown, CT Students Return to School ~ How You Can Help!
Everyone has been deeply affected by the tragedy that took place a week ago in Newtown, CT. All of us at Suede Sofa were teachers prior to turning in our plan books for diapers and mommy blogging. I was a 1st grade teacher, Lara was a music teacher, and Robynn was a science teacher and schoolContinue reading “Snowflakes for the Newtown, CT Students Return to School ~ How You Can Help!”
Day 20 – Advent Calendar
Do something around the house to make life easier for a family member. Whether it’s picking up a sibling’s toys, straightening a parent’s work space, or helping clean up the kitchen, pitch in and do something to help someone else! {You may choose to simplify the process big-time. It doesn’t need to be time-consuming, stressful,Continue reading “Day 20 – Advent Calendar”
Day 19 – Advent Calendar
Schedule a “date night” with someone special in your life (an evening out with your best friend, kid(s), or someone you haven’t seen in a while). DO NOT CANCEL {You may choose to simplify the process big-time. It doesn’t need to be time-consuming, stressful, or cost you anything. Do what works for you and enjoyContinue reading “Day 19 – Advent Calendar”
Day 18 – Advent Calendar
Listen to this great Christmas song, called “Where’s the Line for Jesus”. (Search for the title if you can’t view the video below) Alternative Activity: Do a Christmas craft or bake with the kids, remembering that the object is to have fun, not end up with something that looks beautiful. Let the kids lead rather thanContinue reading “Day 18 – Advent Calendar”
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