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BOOK REVIEWS

A Book Review from The Joyful Life on “100 DAILY ACTS OF FRIENDSHIP FOR GIRLS” by Julie Fisk, Kendra Roehl, and Kristin Demery

Posted on March 10, 2021March 26, 2021
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A few years ago, I began gathering Christmas gifts all year long. As I discovered something perfect for someone I knew I’d be gifting to, I’d pick it up right…

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BOOK REVIEWS

A Book Review from The Joyful Life on “BUT I FLOURISH” by Aimee Walker

Posted on March 1, 2021February 28, 2021
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Impatient and imperfect. Yup, that’s me. And for a not-so-recovering perfectionist, these can be utterly paralyzing tendencies. So when I was a mere two paragraphs into the preface of Aimee…

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Recipes

Cherry Streusel Muffin Recipe: Celebrating God’s Goodness with Muffins and Memories

Posted on February 19, 2021March 5, 2021
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In the bustle of life—the endless bombardment of work, home, and present circumstance demanding our attention—it’s far too easy to lose sight of just how far the Lord has brought…

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Random Acts of Kindness Challenge for February: Developing a Habit of Clothing Yourself in Kindness

Posted on February 2, 2021February 2, 2021
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In the midst of a harsh political climate, social unrest, and a general state of cultural and personal brokenness, ‘kindness’ can feel a bit trivial, maybe even futile. But there…

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Recipes

Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Alfredo: A Delicious Sneak Peek Inside BELIEVE

Posted on January 29, 2021February 2, 2021
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After a bustling day of work, school, and errands, there is nothing like the feeling of knowing dinner is ready and waiting for you and your family when you return…

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BOOK REVIEWS

A Book Review from The Joyful Life On “The One Year Daily Acts of Friendship: 365 Days to Finding, Keeping, and Loving Your Friends”

Posted on November 18, 2020November 17, 2020
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When our family transitioned from homeschooling to traditional school, we trudged through a lot of new ground with our daughters in preparation. One constantly revisited conversation centered around building relationships…

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Book Review | “Mended: Restoring the hearts of Mothers and Daughters” by Blythe Daniel and Dr. Helen McIntosh

Posted on October 21, 2020March 26, 2021
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The day I received “Mended,” I was neck-deep in bubble wrap and boxes, a mere two days into a significant family move to a new home, new city, new farm…

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Recipes

Sheet Pan Pork Chops, Apples and Sweet Potatoes

Posted on October 9, 2020October 7, 2020
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For many of us, fall signals the return of routine, cooler temperatures, and hectic scheduling. No matter what fills your calendar this season, care-free delicious seasonal dinner ideas are a…

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Book Review | “Your Hospitality Personality” by Morgan Tyree

Posted on August 18, 2020March 26, 2021
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Personality tests have become an enticing staple in popular culture. We’re lured to gain insight about ourselves—to catch a glimpse of how the world sees us. They identify areas that…

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Summer Pasta Salads

Posted on June 5, 2020September 23, 2020
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With the arrival of summer’s heat, the last thing you want to do is spend hours stuck inside a hot kitchen making meals for the family. Pasta salads are a…

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Health

A Beginner’s Guide to Running (that you can really do!)

Posted on April 24, 2020September 23, 2020
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Whether it’s the beginning of a new year, a new month, or a new season, we love to make new plans and resolutions. Though, we’ve no doubt found ourselves in…

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DIY Projects

DIY Bath Bombs

Posted on March 20, 2020September 23, 2020
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Scheduling 30 minutes once or twice a week for a quiet soak can go a long way in relieving the tension from everyday life. These hard-packed effervescent mixtures make bath…

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