The branches snapped back as the prisoners fought their way down the trail. Behind them, Betty Olsen could hear a lagging prisoner being beaten. She closed her eyes briefly and prayed for the prisoner. “Lord, give him strength.” And then she forced herself to take yet another step. She was a long way from her college classrooms in New York….
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Most of the online articles about becoming a better hostess or host have more to do with impressing people with how wonderful you are than they do with creating wonderful evenings with friends. What the following steps describe, however, is a warm, everyday brand of hospitality–one that welcomes people into your doors regularly and makes them feel special. Pursue the…
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Several weeks ago, we had the privilege of hosting a family of 15. I called on friends to help with ideas for large-batch but also incredibly tasty soups, and I got so many ideas I had to share them here. (Along with some of my own favorites.) Thanks, ladies of the Theology Group! 🙂 Hosting a large group of guests?…
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Once your baby becomes a toddler, the whole house becomes her playground. She’s opening cabinets, climbing couches, curious about everything. And you’re running out of things to do with her. Here’s one month of already-planned, Montessori-inspired activities to make your life easier! You can do variations of these Montessori activities with your 1-3 year old, whether or not you follow…
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Just got married? Now is the perfect time to start your financial life together on a solid foundation. You can save money together, pay off any debts, and prepare to do any of those “next things.” (Buy a house? Have kids? These things take money!) Here are some easy ways for you newlyweds to save money! 1. Treat gift cards…
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