It is unbelievable that 2009 is over and a new year is approaching. Personally, 2009 was a good year for me, but I am looking forward to ringing in 2010 with my daughter. Since I have had my daughter, I can’t imagine spending New Years any other way than with her. This year I am going to my parent’s house and will celebrate with them and some family friends. Kids love the New Year it is the one time of year they can stay up until midnight and hang out with the adults. Our family friends have younger children and we are planning to let the kids have their own little New Year’s Eve celebration. Many parents will find themselves at home with their families so add some party hats and noise blowers and have some fun! Ideas on how the whole family can join in on the New Year’s festivities Have a Pajama Party Invite some good friends and their families over for an old fashioned sleepover. Depending on how much space you have in your home you may want to invite one or two families. Have … [Read more...]
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Faith and Business 101: Christmas Vacation
Merry Christmas! I urge you to give your full attention to your family this day and as much as you can the following week. The kids are off school, so take advantage of the time you have together! Play, read books, camp out under the Christmas tree, make up games, take pictures…have fun! Your Mom Business will be right there waiting for you when Christmas Break is over! Take some time off and re-fuel! Pray! Ask for God’s blessing on your family and your business! Some scriptures to ponder during this time of vacation: Find rest, O my soul, in God alone; my hope comes from him .He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken. Psalm 62:5-6 Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." Matthew 11:28-30 In him our hearts rejoice, for we trust in his holy name. May … [Read more...]
10 Creative Ways to Spark Christmas Tradition
This time of year we are faced with all the materialism the world has to offer. One must stop and think of what happened to simple family Christmas tradition that keep the spirit of the holiday alive. Do we remember why we celebrate Christmas? Sugar Plum dreams fill our heads but is there room for Christ and family? This year many families are facing difficult economic times. This causes many to go beyond their means to provide what the world calls a good Christmas or feel depressed for being unable to provide presents. If you feel out of the Christmas spirit due to finances or inability to purchase gifts then you need to re-examine what the Christmas spirit is and how your celebrate it. Ten simple ways to add the true meaning of Christmas back into your family 1. Special Christmas Breakfast. Every year I make French toast. I cut the toast in half crosswise to make a triangle shape. This serves as the tree. I sprinkle green sugar sprinkles on top to give it color. To … [Read more...]
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