You know what? There might be no one word for my 2016. Past Words Yep! But, before I explain why... Here's a brief "history" of my words for the past three years. In 2013, I started with the word Shine. I wanted to shine for Jesus. Then, I moved on to Freedom the year after that. I wanted to be free from clutter and negativity. Last year, my word became words and they were: Own less, create more. I did get to purge toys and baby paraphernalia, but last Christmas we received more … [Read more...]
Hands Free Life by Rachel Macy Stafford, Cymplified!
What is a hands free life? Would you choose to do that one more thing on your to-do list? Or would you choose to savor that one more day with your loved ones? This thought popped up while I was reading Hands Free Life by Rachel Macy Stafford. I have subscribed to the author's blog www.handsfreemama.com and I have read many articles that struck a chord in my mama heart. Rachel shares stories of moments that held realizations and lessons for her. I am inspired by her Hands Free journey, and … [Read more...]
After Holidays Thank You Prayer, Cymplified!
Dear Lord, On Christmas day... I want to offer my thank you prayer. As I got down on all fours, collecting, crumpling and stuffing wrapping paper into paper bags, I want to thank You for the mess that is Christmas morning. You have shown me that I am blessed with children who love opening presents big or small, that we have something exciting to look forward to; that there are people who care to give us the gifts of their time, effort and money. Please give me the wisdom to guide them so … [Read more...]
Work Worth Doing, Cymplified!
What is work worth doing? Sometimes, I would feel like I'm thrashing about in life, crashing in all directions. Aimless, like a headless chicken, and nowhere near my dreams. Engaging in pointless and purposeless activities, generating ideas that don't appear to work. Seemingly profound questions pop into my mind like white strands of hair pop out of my head. Both are signs that I am becoming more mature... Maybe! What's the significance of my existence? Do the things I do … [Read more...]
Among The Fair Magnolias, Cymplified!
Having four novellas in one book is like getting a sweet buy-one-free-one deal at my favorite store. I'm happy to have requested Among The Fair Magnolias from BookLook. I'm even happier to read it as I love the great quality of the four authors' writing. A Heart So True by Dorothy Love Even if this story is short, simple and took place in a span of a few days and then a couple of months after, I get the chance to know the personalities of the characters, which is wonderful. They are real: with … [Read more...]
Motherhood Takes Courage, Cymplified!
Motherhood is not for the faint-hearted. One has to be strong, to be courageous, to stand her ground in the face of equally strong tantrums. The heart must be prepared for thousands of rejections, most of which involves food that the mother prepares, only for the children to spit it out and push the plate away. She's crazy to give up her time for her children, when sometimes, the children won't give up their time to help her. She works so hard to buy a desired toy, only to have it … [Read more...]
All You Want to Know About the Bible in Pop Culture by Kevin Harvey, Cymplified!
One has to be updated on all Hollywood movies, TV series and popular music to be able to relate with and appreciate this book. Unfortunately, I am not. Therefore, it was difficult to finish this book. Even if there were synopses and brief descriptions, the details were important to be able to make the connection with the Bible. All You Want to Know About the Bible in Pop Culture shows that we can find God's messages everywhere; in stories, in TV shows, in songs, in movies, if we only … [Read more...]
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