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Who are the Joneses?

A few weeks have gone by since I've blogged.  Our family is in the midst of some big decisions and when we have seasons like this God directs me to step away from social media and being online too...

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Red Rover, Red Rover....

As I type this post I am arguing with God.  When the big news about gay marriage came out yesterday I vowed to not jump in with the rest of masses and start voicing my opinions.  I've seen how every...

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Lead Where You Are

by Karen HarmonFor some, the word “leader” can bring feelings of purpose and confidence. For others, it can bring feelings of intimidation and inadequacy. As followers of Jesus, we are called to LEAD...

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Does God Still Speak?

Have you ever been in a season where you wish God would just part the clouds and speak in a booming voice?  I have been, and am in, a season like that right now.  Tonight I was faced with a moral...

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The Courage to Pursue My Passion

by Ashley KelseyAs a senior in high school, trying to figure my future out, I was no stranger to stress. Surrounding adults were often curious to know what I was going to do with my life. Quite...

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From Public to Homeschool {Why we are Making the Switch}

We are about to embark on a new adventure and become a homeschooling family.  Wow that sounds weird saying that out loud.  If you had told me even just a few years ago that I would be a homeschooling...

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Fit Friday: 5 Fitness Must Haves

Anyone who knows me well would say I am a bit of a fitness gear snob.  Not because I'm high maintenance but because I love all things fitness so I tend to try new gadgets and gear on the market.  Some...

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Fit Friday: The Best Fat Burning Workout

If you know me at all, you know that I believe we exercise for more reasons than just to lose weight and look great. Exercise releases endorphins which lift your mood. I believe it's God's natural...

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Is God part of your fitness journey?

Every night as I drift to sleep I recap my day with God and talk to him about what lies ahead tomorrow.  It's mostly a vent session on my end where I tell him all the things I wish I had accomplished,...

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The Pregnancy Test that Rocked my World

I will never forget the moment that I found out I was pregnant with our first child. Matt and I were both still in college and had only been married for 9 months when we found out we were expecting.  I...

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Fit Friday: My Revelation Wellness Journey

I have to be honest.  I haven't always enjoyed exercising.  In fact, I pretty much hated any physical activity at all when I was a kid.  I attempted to play basketball which was quite the joke.  Don't...

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Why I'm taking a break from blogging

Hi friends!  You may have noticed from my last few posts there are a lot of changes in my life right now. From homeschooling our kids to my Revelation Wellness journey and on to my involvement with our...

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A Star for my Dad

For those of you who know my dad, you know what a strong man of God he is.  It's hard to imagine a time when he didn't know the Lord because God's love just pours out of him.  He has countless people...

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Win or Lose I Love You! {Book Review & Giveaway}

Recently our girls, Ellie & Livvy, have started playing soccer.  Ellie loves to get out and try new things and usually has a good attitude whether she wins or loses.  Livvy, on the other hand, has...

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The Dream I Will Never Forget

As we were riding along to church this morning my 6 year old daughter asked if she could tell us her scary dream she had last night.  "Sure" I said, while continuing to put on make-up and half listen...

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The Shame Game

A young 16 year old girl was sitting in a sea of people yet felt so very alone. She vowed that one day she would leave that town, burn bridges and start a new life. That girl did just that and yet she...

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NKJV Study Bible For Kids {Book Review & Giveaway}

I have a confession.  I have grown up in church and owned a Bible the majority of my life but it wasn't until the last few years that I have actually started reading it.  It's not that I haven't...

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Our Spartan Beast Story

Hi friends!  I am SO excited to have some time to start blogging again!  I am officially done with my Revelation Wellness® instructor training(blog post to come on that soon)!  I have so much to share...

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Finding Peace in Your Relationship with Food

When most people write about stress during the holidays they address the hustle and bustle of different parties and the weight of feeling the need to do everything.  But God put it on my heart to...

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How to Walk in Your Season

New seasons in life come with many different emotions.  If you like the current season you are in you might feel sad or fearful to move to a different season. On the contrary, you might be delighted to...

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