One thing I love about my job as a designer is how God often uses object lessons from my work to show me His nature. I have the privilege of working with clients as they undergo home renovations and remodels of all shapes and sizes. No matter the scope of the project, there are a number of phases they all seem to have…
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The Fullness of Time
When God sent His son as redeemer, He was writing our adoption story. He knew what it was to long and to wait. He sent His beloved Son to redeem us so we could be adopted into His kingdom as children and heirs. In the fullness of time. Galatians 4:4-5 says that God waited for the “fullness of time.” Not…
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A 5-Step PM routine that will change your life
It’s 6:12am. You are half-sitting in bed scrolling through social media, trying not to make a sound, because you know this may be the last peaceful moment you get today. Your mind is already swimming with the overwhelming to do list and the things that didn’t get done yesterday. You’re planning the time it’s going to take to get everyone…
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Sensory Play for Toddlers: Fingerpainting
Winter is here! As the mom of a very active toddler, I’m a big fan of outdoor play – whether it’s at the water table in the backyard, raking leaves or gardening together, or taking walks to the park. During winter months it’s not always possible to get outside for long periods of time, and that can lead to some…
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How to Deal With Sentimental Clutter
One of the hardest types of clutter to part with – at least for me – is sentimental clutter. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been a keepsake collector. I’ve collected souvenirs and receipts from places I’ve visited, ticket stubs for concerts & ballgames, wedding invitations, thank you cards, birthday cards, birth announcements, Christmas photo cards, and the like. Every…
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