by Arlene | Feb 1, 2017 | Marriage, Parenting, The Latest ...
How frugal are you? As 2017 gets underway, it’s a good time to think about where you can save a dollar here and there. James and I are both frugal which makes our lives easier (and sometimes funnier). In California where we live, there’s a new law that...
by Arlene | Jan 24, 2017 | Giveaways, The Latest ...
***This giveaway is closed. Congratulations Aubrey!*** Feeling overwhelmed lately? I read many comments like “I feel like I’m losing my mind” and “I just have too much to do!” and “I don’t have time for…”...
by Arlene | Jan 23, 2017 | Giveaways, The Latest ...
***This giveaway is closed. Congratulations Mary B!*** Wondering how to live for God in a godless society? Living counter-culture isn’t new. In this study of 1 Corinthians titled Live Full, Walk Free, Bible teacher and author Cindy Bultema will equip you to...
by Arlene | Jan 17, 2017 | Podcast, The Latest ...
Download the podcast on iTunes or listen here: Does raising children in our current culture scare you sometimes? Have you ever thought that raising a family during Biblical times would have been even worse? Speaker and author Cindy Bultema shares what she’s...
by Arlene | Jan 10, 2017 | Parenting, The Latest ...
When the calendar turns to reveal a brand new year, it’s a grand time to create better habits for you and your family. If you’re overwhelmed and wondering where to begin, may I suggest the essential family habit for 2017: having meals together as a family...
by Arlene | Jan 5, 2017 | Giveaways, The Latest ...
***This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to Kay B!*** I’m so happy to greet you here (hi Proverbs 31 friends!) and give away a copy of my book 31 Days to a Younger You. For my book, I interviewed ladies age 40 to 100 to find out their secrets! How did...
by Arlene | Dec 27, 2016 | Health, Marriage, Parenting, The Latest ...
It’s time to think about those New Year Resolutions and goal setting… I have sat in the same room with some truly inspirational people like Neil Armstrong, Zig Ziglar, Andy Andrews, and Jim Lovell to name a few. Of course I use the word room rather...
by Arlene | Dec 21, 2016 | Marriage, Parenting, The Latest ...
From my home to yours…merry Christmas! In our neighborhood, there is a house lit up like a fancy department store. There’s a huge Santa, Grinch, and Elf on the roof. There’s a snowman on the lawn. And a sleigh and reindeer. Across the street,...
by Arlene | Dec 13, 2016 | Giveaways, Parenting, The Latest ...
***This giveaway is closed. The winner is Joyce Boggs Sterling! Congrats! (Joyce, please send me your email address to [email protected]) *** Ready for some new music that you can feel good about sharing with your kids? I am so excited to introduce you to...
by Arlene | Dec 12, 2016 | Giveaways, Parenting, The Latest ...
***This giveaway is closed. Congratulations to Christine M!*** Was Jesus actually born on December 25th? Are Christmas trees pagan in origin? Why did the author of “O Holy Night” try to stop his song from spreading? My friend author Angie...
by Arlene | Dec 5, 2016 | Parenting, Podcast, The Latest ...
Download the podcast on iTunes or listen here: Our Christmas to-do lists can be filled up with things like: Shop for family Take Christmas photo Pick up appetizer for Christmas party But if we’re not intentional, we can forget the most important elements...
by Arlene | Nov 29, 2016 | Parenting, The Latest ...
Is it possible to practice thanksgiving everyday with your kids – not just on November 24? I’m happy to say the answer is YES! Why is gratitude so important anyway? Over and over in the Old Testament, we read about the ingratitude of the people of Israel...
by Arlene | Nov 22, 2016 | Giveaways, Marriage, Parenting, The Latest ...
***This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations Naomi!*** Not just one giveaway (Listen, Love, Repeat) but TWO giveaways this week of Thanksgiving! I’m happy to be giving away Joanne Miller’s beautiful book, Creating a Haven of Peace. Joanne is my podcast...
by Arlene | Nov 16, 2016 | Marriage, Parenting, Podcast, The Latest ...
Download the podcast on iTunes or listen here: Can you relate to any of these statements: Finances are flat and tempers are rising. My home feels chaotic, rarely peaceful. A haven of peace? How is that possible with all this NOISE! Author of Creating a Haven of...
by Arlene | Nov 8, 2016 | Parenting, The Latest ...
On Election Day, I had the honor of being a radio guest for Dr. Bill Maier Live on Faith Radio. I am a big fan of family psychologist Dr. Bill Maier, and we are both big fans of conservative talk show host Dennis Prager. As you know, my son Ethan (12) is in middle...
by Arlene | Nov 2, 2016 | Health, The Latest ...
If you’ve got kids in your home, you are probably surrounded by Halloween chocolate and candy right now. There are many things I cannot resist on my own: Reese’s. M&Ms. Twix bars. Butterfingers. Peppermint Patties. (Oh be still, my watering...
by Arlene | Oct 25, 2016 | Parenting, The Latest ...
Here are some sobering statistics on the family in America: According to U.S. Census Bureau, out of about 12 million single parent families in 2015, more than 80% were headed by single mothers. Today 1 in 4 children under the age of 18 — a total of about 17.4 million...
by Arlene | Oct 18, 2016 | Giveaways, The Latest ...
***This giveaway is closed. Congratulations to Cristina!*** Do you have memories attached to certain songs? Whenever I hear David Crowder Band’s album “Can You Hear Us?”, I am instantly transported to 2002 and painting kitchen cabinets. James and I...
by Arlene | Oct 11, 2016 | Marriage, The Latest ...
How can you turn bothers into blessings? If you are married, you know your spouse’s comments can carry the power to provoke and irritate you. (If you’re not married…you probably have someone in your life who can do this as well!) Today, let’s...
by Arlene | Oct 5, 2016 | Podcast, The Latest ...
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by Arlene | Sep 27, 2016 | Parenting, The Latest ...
This morning I spoke with my friend Dr. Bill Maier on Faith Radio. He brought up the violence in the news with the police-involved shootings, rioting, and gunman shooting people in malls. It’s overwhelming bad and fearful news – especially for children....
by Arlene | Sep 19, 2016 | Parenting, The Latest ...
Today in my devotion with Proverbs 31 Ministries, I write about Saul’s father and the worry he probably experienced as a parent. There are many worries that can fill our hearts as moms and dads. What if my child feels left out or made fun of? What if my child is...
by Arlene | Sep 13, 2016 | Giveaways, The Latest ...
***This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to Rachel H!*** When it comes to correcting your kids, you may be at a loss. You might be losing battles left and right, and losing your cool in the process. Help is on the way! I’m very happy to introduce you to...
by Arlene | Sep 7, 2016 | Podcast, The Latest ...
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