I think becoming an adult and being in the “real world” has jaded me somewhat. I’m practical beyond the norm, I don’t get my hopes up about anything, and I prefer to be told the sobering truth than have sunshine piped in, if you know what I mean. While these aren’t necessarily unflattering traits to…
Christmas Sucks Review and Giveaway
Does the coming Christmas season conjure up going into debt (again), terrible travel and creepy mall Santa Clauses? Then you probably agree- Christmas can suck! Good news… there’s a new book that says you’re not alone. CHRISTMAS SUCKS: WHAT TO DO WHEN FRUITCAKE, FAMILY AND FINDING THE PERFECT GIFT MAKE YOU MISERABLE by Joanne Kimes…
The Mission Minded Family
Often, parents and teachers ask their children, “What do YOU want to be when you grow up?” In a world that is increasingly self-seeking, self-centered, and self-absorbed, the answers are consistently more egocentric—“a movie star,” “a rock star,” “a dance star.” Even within the church, this present generation is fixated on obtaining fame, wealth, and…