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Finding sacred in the mundane

I was on Instagram. Again. Killing time before I had to leave for work, I absentmindedly scrolled through a myriad of pictures and advertisements. The pictures were lovely, sure. But they …

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In quietness and trust is your strength

There are two words I have never heard anyone use to describe me: silent and still. My kids might tell you I cry out for silence and stillness all day, every …

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How God used two little boys to reveal His great love – again

Last week I found myself driving to collect twin seven-year-old boys. I was excited about to see them but also apprehensive. Because this family has done a number on my heart. Three years …

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How the oneness of God points us to unity

Recently I butted heads with a dear friend. We are alike in our passion for serving Jesus but think and operate very differently. Usually we enjoy our different personalities. This was …

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How a checkout lane delay reminded me to be kind

  I am famous for picking the wrong lane at Target. If someone is couponing, price adjusting, exchanging, or just patently confused, I am guaranteed to wind up behind this person …

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The Easter Garden

I don't post too many crafts or kid projects here on twentyshekels. By and large crafts just are not my jam. But I will say this: If you see me post …

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Why kids need you to be their friend

  Raising four kids, my husband and I often find ourselves in the position of more places to be than time and space allow. On one such morning I was scheduled …

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How a Crock-Pot reminded me to celebrate the middle

  A couple of weeks ago my friend Melissa asked to borrow a Crock-Pot for the church potluck. I was shocked that she didn't have one. I thought every mom had a …

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An update on the kitchen project

It's getting harder to smile about my new kitchen lately. Why does it look like we are going backwards in the project, you ask?  Let me explain. After a series of delays, …

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To a friend’s house, the road is never long

I can't say I didn't see it coming. All the signs were there. The slow acceleration. The broken heater. The sliding that doors wouldn't open. In its heyday our minivan was …

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