It’s springtime for those of us in the northern hemisphere! Spring. The time of year when it feels as if nature begins all …
How to Stick to a Schedule | 10 Practical Tips
Have you ever started a new schedule only to have it fizzle out and fall by the wayside? Me too. It can be …
Things Not Yet Seen | The Ruby Stories
As the stand mixer whirled and tossed the ball of dough into the correct consistency, Ruby got the rolling pin out …
Prepared to Shelter | A Poem
Today I have another poem to share with you!! It’s one I wrote this year. I hope you will enjoy the storyline of …
When Life Gets Cold and Sluggish
Slow living. The thought appeals to many of us. It sounds cozy and inviting. But when the rubber meets the road, how many …
Fashioned by the Potter | A Poem
Are you ready to take two very short trips with me today? The first one is a trip down memory lane. I’m sharing …
2022 Word of the Year + What Did I Learn?
2023 is here! Do you know what that means? Besides the fact that three years of the 2020s are already gone. It’s time …
What Are You Planting? (Proverbs 31:31)
The laws of sowing and reaping that God placed in nature hold true in our own lives. So, how can we be …
Two Playlists for Your Holiday Season
It’s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas. Especially after all the Christmas music that was shared yesterday. Welcome back to the December …
December Eve Blog Party
It’s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas. Or, at least it’s about to! Welcome to the December Eve blog party, my friends! This …
Favor, Fairness, or Fear? (Proverbs 31:30)
What worldly philosophies do we see advertised all the time? “Do this. Buy this. Don’t do that. Try this. If you do that, …
Keeping Hurry from Your Heart
How does one write a slow-living journal entry when it’s a busy season? I’m currently rather scattered between writing and trying …
Many Daughters Have Done Virtuously (Proverbs 31:29)
When you think of a woman who excels, who comes to your mind? Maybe it’s someone you know, or maybe it’s a woman from the …
When Grass Lines Your Path
Fall. This is quite possibly my favorite time of year. There is so much to love about this season. …
Galaxy Maker and Father | The Ruby Stories
“Are you ready?” Ruby looked across the living room at Jasper and Amber who both had their notebooks open on their laps. …
She Is a Witness and Receives Her Reward (Proverbs 31:28)
At first glance, it might seem as if Proverbs 31:28 only applies to married women, but I believe that it can apply to …
How to Work at Home and Not Waste Time (Proverbs 31:27)
Life is busy. It’s easy to get distracted and so caught up in our own thoughts and activities that we forget to plan …
Using Your Planner to Conquer Those Frog Tasks
If you came over to my house for an extended visit, at some point you might hear me or one of my family …
10 Simple Ways to Avoid Distractions in Devotions
One of the biggest challenges that comes with spending quality time with Jesus is distractions. We sit down to read our Bibles and …
The Get to Know Me Writer’s Edition Tag
I’ve been tagged, which means I have the privilege of sharing with you some of my favorites and other facts about my writing. …
How Do I Speak With Wisdom and Kindness? (Proverbs 31:26)
Our tongues are powerful. They can build up or tear down, cause pain or help to heal a wounded heart. As powerful as …
My Call Is To Be Faithful | Guest Post
I have the privilege of welcoming my blogger friend, Lauren today! We recently met and found out that we have a lot in …
Free Indeed | The Ruby Stories
Mr. Randall lifted the lid of the grill and began to place frozen hamburger patties on the grates. The hot grate sizzled and …
She Is Wearing Strength and Honor (Proverbs 31:25)
The Proverbs 31 passage describes the physical clothing of the Proverbs 31 woman. But, it doesn’t stop there because while our clothing is …
Clean Hands, Pure Heart, Or Not? | The Ruby Stories
Ruby signed her name to the bottom of the letter with a flourish, dropped her pen on the desk, and flexed her stiff …
10 Tips on What to Do If You Feel Overwhelmed
We all have those days – and some of us probably have more than others. It just seems at times like life is …
15 Paper Craft Supplies to Inspire Your Creativity
Could you spend hours browsing the aisles of the craft store and looking at all the beautiful stickers and other embellishments? Me too! …
12 Entrepreneur Ideas for the Proverbs 31 Woman
The Proverbs 31 woman was an entrepreneur! She made things and sold them to others. Do you have the entrepreneur itch in you too where …
Are There Any Bible Verses About Procrastination?
Have you ever looked for the word procrastinate in the Bible? Maybe you were disappointed when you didn’t find it. While it’s true that the …
One in a Million | The Ruby Stories
There are so many people in the world. This was the thought Ruby had as she looked around from her seat on a …