goals
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what I learned in march
Today I’m linking up with Emily P. Freeman at Chatting at the Sky to share what we learned in March. Here’s what Emily has to say about the practice: “At the end of every month, we have a regular practice here of looking back before moving forward. While some of the deeper, more in-process things I may keep… Continue reading
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book report: chapter 3 (march)
I ended last year with some very specific goals for myself in 2015. One of those goals was to read more. Instead of waiting until the end of the year to make one gigantic list, I am going to post a monthly book report of what I’ve been reading. And instead of just listing the titles, I… Continue reading
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sharing our stories
This sums up where I am with my draft of my book. I am writing publicly for my blog almost daily. The manuscript, I’m almost afraid to open the door when I take long breaks from editing and revising it. Here’s to finding the courage of the lion and talking myself down from my… Continue reading
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five – alive
At the end of this first quarter of the year, I am pleased to report that I have five plants alive and thriving here at our hacienda. One of my goals for this year was to bring some live plants into the house…and keep them alive. I started with three, had some trouble with one… Continue reading
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permission
This year, I have made it a priority to ensure that I get myself back on track in many areas I have neglected. There have been many transitions over the past few years and what I am learning is that stream-of-change isn’t unique to me, to military spouses, or even just to women and mothers.… Continue reading
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sharing our stories
The more I read about writing, the more I am convinced that investing in the observation of our lives and the role God plays as the Author of our stories is one of the most valuable endeavors we can pursue. I may never be a famous writer in the eyes of the world. That’s not… Continue reading
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teach them diligently [saving]
One of my goals for this year is to continue teaching my children some skills to make them more independent of me. A focus of our learning around here is to take full advantage of all the learning we can in and around the home. In addition to math, science, and languages, I feel it’s my duty to help… Continue reading
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sharing our stories
I only wish that my body was as refined from all of the millions of words of typing. I’m reminded again, it is all about my habits, discipline and putting in the work. Practice, practice, practice. Leaning in. Powerful writing muscles. ***** How far will your determination, attention, curiosity and passionate heart take you today? Continue reading
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do over in progress
I’m not sure if you’ve heard, but 2015 is the year of Putting My Shoes Under the Bed. March is in full swing and I couldn’t be more thrilled. I recently finished reading a book about seven important factors to regaining good health. This includes a normal body weight, and all of our body systems… Continue reading
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