In every culture, gifts overcome neighbor killers. When Jeff left Sunday for his week with our partners in Asia, his suitcase held gifts to speak volumes of love, even to those of a different language group! As my team prepares to leave in just 28 DAYS (so much to do!!) we are gathering carefully ...
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Gym memberships kill Neighbors
Visit me today at the Mom Initiative, where I'm writing about Facing our Fears, help for moms dealing with childhood fears.
I want to say that going to the gym is a great way to reach out and make friends, and if you have a story like that, please share it in a comment. I'd love to hear it. But ...
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Tasty Tuesday ~ Hot Fudge Pudding Cake
Congratulations to the giveaway winners of last week's 2 neighbor gift packs. Roxie is the winner of the guest book, gift tags, and inspirational decor. Faith is the winner of the coffee & cookies gift package. Just email me your addresses ladies, and I'll get your gifts into the mail! Roxie ...
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Marriage Mondays ~ A Peace apart
Our airport routine grew out of many departures sprinkled throughout our married life. Yesterday we chalked up another one, and I started my "holding down the fort" routine. It always starts with prayers against emergencies and for grace to face the unexpected. I love knowing God never packs up and ...
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Neighbor Faux Pas
I'm pretty sure that some of the biggest neighbor killers are friendliness faux pas. Often small and innocent, their effects may reach far and deep if allowed to make themselves at home.
Like the first Christmas in our new neighborhood, when I sent a card to the people next ...
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