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Finding Hope
www.finding-hope.com
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I'm a stay-at-home working mom of a sweet girl, writing about everyday life. From to-die-for recipes to money-saving tips, from heartfelt confessions to humorous happenings, there's hope to be found, and I'll be sure to share it with you as it comes along! :)
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The Truth About TV (At least in our house.)

TV. My funnest friend and most time-sucking enemy. Yes, funnest. I love to watch TV. I love getting involved in a new storyline, following characters as the plot unfolds, waiting for cliffhangers to ...

11 h ago

Chickens, meet Emily. Now run for your lives.

Funny how she cant remember if Daddy is "dada" or "mama", but she knows when she sees CHICKENS!! Why are they so loud?? MINE!! This is where my daughter thinks chickens are hilarious ...

1 day ago

Desperate

Thats how I feel. Not in a dramatic way, just in a things-need-to-change way. This is our office. Primary cause of desperation. Summer Project Numero Uno! Im going through Proverbs 31 with some amazi...

2 days ago

You Matter.

So, for the last few days Ive been trying to figure out what todays blog post should be about. What to write, whats important, whats worthwhile. And Im totally stuck. Maybe thats not something I shou...

3 days ago

Meal Planning Monday!

Better late than never, right? Heres whats on our plate this week - trying to work the coupons and sales!MondayLeftovers {Sp aghetti, enchiladas, mystery meat from the fridge...} TuesdayChic...

4 days ago

Remember.

Please make sure that somewhere in between the BBQs, beaches, and backyard parties, you take a minute today to thank someone who has served. If you know someone who is currently serving, make sure yo...

4 days ago

Kids Are Game Changers

Before we had kids, Jon and I used to play normal games, like Rummy and Monopoly and Scrabble. Now that we have Emily, we play new games, like this one: We call it "See How Long The Leftover Gold...

6 days ago

How To Defeat An Exhausted Mother in 10 Easy Steps

Step 1: Leave for dinner at 6:00 p.m., precisely 30 minutes before toddlers bedtime. Expect disaster. Step 2: Arrive at super awesome restaurant thats hosting a Military Appreciation night. {Decide f...

25 may 12

Sponsor Spotlight: Aidan...With EOS

Meet Aidan. :) I was lucky enough to meet Aidans mommy, Caroline, almost two years ago in an online group for women having babies in January. Thats right, Aidan was born right around the same time as...

25 may 12

Some Days, The Only Answer Is A Nap

Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. -Matthew 11:28 Today I am just tired. Not the sleepy kind of tired, although I wouldnt refuse a nap by any means. Its more th...

24 may 12

Not Alone

Theres this song weve been singing in church lately. I end up crying every time. It talks about stopping, looking back, and reflecting on the journey youve taken. A journey that you maybe felt like y...

23 may 12

I Have A Secret

Theres something I havent told you. But its not you. Its me. Ive been telling myself that Im not saying anything to anyone because theres no sense in talking about it until its finished. And its not ...

22 may 12

Takin Care of Business

Ok friends, heres the deal. This blog is growing every day, and Im so very excited about that! I am so grateful that you read and share and engage with me. I hope this place is as much of a blessing ...

21 may 12

Meal Planning Monday

Iiiiiiiiiiits Monday!! And that means meal planning! We are trying to spend absolutely zero dollars eating out this week (its a habit we need to get out of!), so Im motivated to make sure everything ...

21 may 12

Rest

My prayer for you today is that you will find rest on this Sabbath. Put down your phones and your computers, turn off the TV, and enjoy true rest. Be filled with the word of God,  be present wit...

20 may 12

Toddlers Are Multi-Faceted. I Promise.

Happy Saturday, folks! Today, Id like to introduce you to the many faces of my toddler. :) Well start with what I like to call "The Life Cycle Of A Tantrum" Cool girl sporting her sunglasses....

19 may 12

Perspective

The last two weeks have been hard on our marriage. Two people on different pages, not for any specific reason but just because life got in the way. Life has been hard on our marriage. And Monday nigh...

18 may 12

Freezer Cooking: 7 Hours, 112 Meals!!

I have always wanted to try that whole Once-A-Month cooking thing. It sounds awesome to me. Cook for one day and have meals for a month? Yes, please!!! But, um, what do I make? And what do I need at ...

17 may 12

You. Youre Pretty Great.

I have been overwhelmed by how many people responded to my last minute invitation last week. :) Honestly, I thought maybe only two or three of you would be interested in committing to a Bible Study f...

16 may 12

Im A Slow Learner

On Sunday I wrote about my feelings on Mothers Day here. It was no secret that I was not really looking forward to the day, despite having some fabulous women to celebrate. I just wasnt feeling it, s...

15 may 12

Meal Planning Monday

Happy Monday, friends!  Welcome back to Meal Planning Monday! As always, my goal this week is to eat healthier than last week. And for me, that mens that today requires grocery shopping. :) Gott...

14 may 12

Because Sometimes Mothers Day Stinks.

Is it Mothers Day or Mothers Day?? I can never decide. I think the apostrophe is necessary, so Im going with that. Two years ago, Mothers Day was pretty great. That was the day we told our families w...

13 may 12

Procrastinate Much?

Be honest. Have you gotten your mom a Mothers Day gift yet? Its tomorrow, you know. I ordered a secret surprise for all of the moms in my life a few weeks ago. Its pretty awesome. I think they will l...

12 may 12

Are You Up For A Challenge?

Lets talk quiet times.Yes, again.But youll be glad we did. I promise. :)I know Ive probably talked your ears off {written your eyes out?} about how vital a daily morning quiet time is. That time with...

11 may 12

Will You Dance With Me?!?!

Im doing the happy dance today. Wanna know why?Well, Ill tell you.Jons semester is over!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Wanna dance around with me?!?!?!We are officially done with his first year of grad school. 1/3...

09 may 12

My Famous Chicken Chili

Ok, so its only famous if you know me, and then because its the only one I make. But still. Its awesome.I use ground chicken (thank you, Fresh and Easy!) since its MUCH healthier, and in chili you re...

08 may 12

A Faithful God and Answered Prayer

Were taking a little break from Meal Planning Monday this week, because I have something more important to share with you.Its stories like this that wrench your heart and keep you in limbo for a whil...

07 may 12 1 person likes this

Wanted: Friends of the "Awesome" Variety...like YOU!

Remember a few years ago when, for like two minutes, it was cool to participate in those "10 Things About Me" emails? And you would forward them to a bunch of friends and hope they played too...

04 may 12

Night-Night, Momma

Bedtime is quickly becoming my favorite part of the day.No, not because it means I finally get some time to myself. Although that is nice.  But thats the after-part. Nope, I am loving bedtime be...

03 may 12

My Sweet Girl and a Prayer Request :)

I hate to post and run this morning, but I am on a quick break in the middle of meeting with 7 families today, and I didnt get a chance to write last night.  Suffice it to say that 8 hours of me...

02 may 12

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