Mean girls are not just a problem in high school, as in the movie Mean Girls; some take their act into adulthood. You may encounter them at work, or even at church. They may be in a group with you or leading a volunteer organization. Maybe you have a neighbor who is one. You …
Routines are important. I think we all learned that during the pandemic when the quarantine interrupted everyone’s. Having a routine is good for maintaining mental health. During times of uncertainty, a routine can help you cope with stress and anxiety because it gives you a sense of control. Routines give your day structure and helps …
I remember when law student Nancy Lublin appeared on Oprah back in the nineties. I was so impressed with her because she used her $5,000 inheritance from her great-grandfather to help other women have a future by founding the non-profit organization Dress for Success. She showed compassion and kindness to those who were less fortunate. …
I am more of a digital planner, mostly because it has been more convenient to use one of my devices for planning. The disadvantage is that my planning is spread across several apps. I use the Calendars app to plan my day; Google Docs to plan my goals for the month; take notes on my …
One of the benefits of being a Proverbs 31 Woman is that there is a man who is praying to God for you. Imagine being the answer to your future husband’s dreams. Imagine not having to do anything to find him because he is looking for you. The 22 verses of Proverbs 31:10-31 informs the …
One of the good things that came out of my job loss was starting my own business. It is something I might not have ever done otherwise. Even better was when I remembered that the Proverbs 31 Woman also had her own little business. (Proverbs 31:24). It is another of her attributes that I could …
I have been searching for quite some time for a way to eat more variety of meals without wasting ingredients. I considered and changed my mind about meal kit subscriptions a few times because they are quite expensive. And then I learned about Dinnerly. I decided to try them, the least expensive of the meal …
One of my favorite books in the Bible is 1 John because in it, we hear about God’s great love for us. God reveals His love for us in many ways, especially through His forgiveness, grace, and mercy (Isaiah 55:7 NLT). God loves the world, that is true (John 3:16). But He also loves you, …
One of the perks of teaching elementary school is that you are guaranteed several valentines! Long before the end of the day, my desk would be piled high with them: cards, boxes of chocolates, flowers, and even stuffed animals. I loved it! And my students’ desks would be piled high with them as well. Do …
There is no better time to show to one another the sacrificial love of Jesus has for us than during the month of February for it is not only the month we celebrate love on Valentine’s Day but also the month that we celebrate black history. Black History Month originally started as “Negro History Week” …
