Praises of a Wife and Mommy

  Operating a charity requires dedication and compassion. However, its operation also presents unique challenges. Charities often become the target of cyber threats, financial fraud, reputation risks, and other forms of harm. Protecting your charitable organization doesn’t just involve protecting its immediate mission but ensuring its long-term sustainability too. In this blog, we will look at some of the strategies that can help keep harm away while creating an atmosphere conducive to long-term growth and trustworthiness. Photo by Tim Marshall on Unsplash Understanding Risk in the Nonprofit Sector Charities strive tirelessly to make an impactful difference with limited resources, yet their unique focus on good can leave them exposed to risks other sectors don’t encounter. Be it protecting donor data, adhering to laws, or protecting organizational reputation, understanding the threats charities are facing is the first step toward mitigating them and taking preventive rather than re...

  Image credit Grief, especially in the early days, can be all-consuming. It's likely that at this point, you might not be fully aware of the decisions you need to make or what the best choices are when it comes to sorting the details of funerals or saying goodbye. And there can be a lot of temptation to make things more complicated or elaborate than you need to. And for many people, a smaller personal goodbye can be just as impactful and make things easier to manage. It doesn't need to be what looks right for others or what they might expect, but what you want and need. This post is going to look at some things you can focus on when organizing a simple personal goodbye to a loved one. What Farewell Feels Right You can decide between a traditional funeral service or you can do something more flexible, like a memorial service or celebration of life . The difference isn't just the wording, it's the flow of the whole day. Each one is distinctly different. A traditional fun...

  Even though my kids are grown, there’s something so special about opening up a beautiful children’s book rooted in God’s Word. I recently had the chance to go through a few new titles, and while I may not have little ones at home anymore (hence the stuffed animals making a guest appearance in my photos 😊), I immediately thought of our church classrooms and the children who will be so blessed by these. I truly appreciate kids books that don’t shy away from truth but instead present it in a way that is both engaging and deeply rooted in Scripture. These four books do just that—each one offering something unique while pointing children back to Jesus. Jesus, Our True Friend Jesus, Our True Friend is a beautiful collection of seven stories from the life of Jesus that clearly and lovingly share the gospel message. Each story reminds children that Jesus came as our Rescuer—to mend what is broken, bring us back to God, and show us what true love really looks like. The storytelling is h...

 I think I wrote before about my  last appointment with my surgeon and the frustration I felt when he asked me to do something that, at the time, felt impossible — a single calf raise. In the moment I felt a little judged, especially when he said to my daughter, “Make sure your mom does her exercises.” I will admit… I was offended. Not deeply, but enough that it stuck with me. And honestly, I do not want to be someone who is easily offendable, so that in itself has been something for me to reflect on. This week I go back to see that doctor again. I know there is a good chance he will ask me to try the same thing. Yesterday I tried again, and once again the tears came. I still could not fully do it. In that moment it felt like failure. But my husband gently reminded me of something I needed to hear — progress. He pointed out that a few months ago I could barely put weight on my foot. Then I progressed to using both legs. Now I can shift most of my weight onto the right leg...

I love the idea of simplifying my mornings, so when I tried the Hazelnut Protein Coffee from Naked Nutrition, I was excited about getting my protein and caffeine in one scoop. As someone who values clean ingredients and fueling my body well, this felt like a great option. First, the positives. I really appreciate Naked Nutrition’s commitment to simple, clean ingredients without a lot of unnecessary additives. The concept alone is a win, protein plus coffee saves time and makes busy mornings easier. Getting that extra protein boost alongside my caffeine is honestly my favorite part. Now for my honest experience. The first time I mixed it, I used water and just a spoon… and quickly realized that was not enough. It didn’t blend well and was a bit clumpy. I also tried adding it to already-made hot coffee, and that didn’t work great either — it turned chunky and didn’t dissolve smoothly.  I also realized I don't need more caffeine because this powder is comparable to a full cup of ...

 If you are looking for a NLT journaling Bible with wide margins, elegant design, and built-in study tools, the NLT Wide Margin Bible, Filament Enabled is a beautiful and meaningful option. Whether you want a Bible for note-taking, creative journaling, or as a Christian graduation gift, this one truly stands out. What’s Inside the NLT Wide Margin Bible (Filament Enabled) The NLT Wide Margin Bible, Filament Enabled is thoughtfully designed for readers who love to engage creatively with Scripture. This single-column Bible includes 2.25-inch lightly ruled margins on every page — making it ideal for: Bible journaling Writing prayers Note-taking during sermons Highlighting meaningful verses Recording personal reflections Creating a keepsake Bible Beautiful design details include: Access to the free Filament Bible App High-quality white Bible paper perfect for journaling Single-column, line-over-line typesetting Easy-to-read 8-point Lexicon font ...