Once upon a time, humanity lived without cameras, television, and social media. We also lived without all the age-defying products and surgeries. Are we making progress with all these new technologies the modern world has brought? When new technological advances are made, there is something to celebrate: the overwhelming knowledge humans have to create! The …
Music has always been a large part of my life, as for many others. It has the power to take us back in time and capture a moment. Over a year ago, I became hyper-sensitive to the type of music I was listening to. Maybe it was a God thing, I truly don’t know, …
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It all started when I realized I was knee-deep in the glamorized fitness world. How did I get here? For ten years, I was weight training and truly loved the process of changing my body composition meal by meal, workout by workout. I was a student of the game; you could find me at church …
The Christmas season is a time for gathering, generosity, gift-giving, and for some, overspending. Today, Christmas is still one of the most celebrated holidays in the United States. Americans celebrate Christmas as a cultural holiday and the birth of Jesus, “the mass for Christ”(Matthew 1:18-2:23). Jesus’s date of birth is not stated in the …
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The Nordic concept of hygge, pronounced “hoo-guh,” reached a new level of international fascination during this last decade, and it’s no wonder why people are so intrigued by it. The concept is rooted in creating a cozy atmosphere of togetherness and well-being. Both the Scandinavian and Nordic counties embrace hygge as a way of life. …
In 2016, we traveled abroad, and I vividly remember overpacking, wheeling our oversized bags through unpaved streets, thinking there had to be an easier way. A few decades later, after applying many minimalist habits to our lifestyle, we learned something extraordinary about simplicity; it is freedom! We now travel light! I like to call it …
“If thought can corrupt language, then language can corrupt thought.” -George Orwell. Communication is vital in human life and in building a healthy society. Effective communication through the use of language enables us to connect with others. What is language? Language is a communication system comprised of words used by a particular community. Language …
Homemaking is a full-time job and one of the most rewarding jobs. Daniel Wise articulated the popular sentiment when he proclaimed, “Home is woman’s world, as well as her empire.” Twenty-four percent of women entered the workforce between 1940-1945. The gap in the labor force created by departing soldiers meant opportunities for women. In …
Nature is fascinating when you sit back and look at it. It is the undisputed truths that are so intriguing. Everything seems to work perfectly in harmony, from the life cycles, the colors, and the music nature makes; waves crashing, birds singing, and thunderstorms. Recently I have discovered something hidden in the seasons; natural …
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Exciting, Fall is here! Fall is the perfect time of year to start the coziest family traditions. The calendar New Year starts in January, but I always feel the New Year begins in the Fall. It’s the kickstart to new beginnings and celebrating. Gods give us the natural beauty that comes with change; seasons! …