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Tag: holidays

15 Books to Read for Valentine’s Day

It’s that time of year again… Valentine’s Day. Every year, I’ve had a Valentine’s Day-related post. I’ve talked about lovely … More

Anne of Green Gables, books, Francine Rivers, George MacDonald, holidays, Hunger Games, Jane Austen, Jane Eyre, Lord of the Rings, Love stories, reading, Romance, Romance books, The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, Valentine's Day

Thanksgiving in the Midst of Change

This past year has had its ups and downs, and–I must admit–it’s been tough for me. Moving to a new … More

bible, Christianity, holidays, resources, thanks, Thanksgiving

Memorable Sisters in Literature

At some point in time, someone–somewhere–decided that August the fifth should be declared National Sisters’ Day. While I might not … More

books, family, holidays, Jane Austen, literature, Little Women, sisters

Motherly Wisdom from “Little Women”

Looking forward to the new Masterpiece version of Little Women airing tonight, my plan over the last couple of weeks has been … More

books, holidays, Little Women, Mother’s Day, quotes

Happy Easter!

bible, Christianity, Easter, holidays

Resources for Christian Singles on Valentine’s Day

Usually, I try to stay positive on Valentine’s Day. I’ve written about bubbly love songs and Lord of the Rings Valentine’s cards … More

blogging, Christianity, Elisabeth Elliot, holidays, Passion and Purity, singleness, True Love Dates, Valentine's Day

Instagram-ing Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving has been on my mind lately because, well, Thanksgiving is this Thursday. In conjunction with that, I’ve also been … More

animals, books, family, friends, holidays, nature, social media, Thanksgiving

7 Lovely Love-Songs for Valentine’s Day

It seems that Valentine’s Day is the event which will resurrect my blog. Only, my blog wasn’t dead…just hibernating for … More

Audrey Assad, holidays, JJ Heller, music, The Vespers, Valentine's Day, YouTube

Happy (Almost) Halloween!

It’s nearly half-way through October, and I haven’t mentioned a thing about Halloween. This year has sped by, and it’s … More

children's stories, costumes, Halloween, holidays, library

My Top 10 Favorite Christmas Movies

Finally the time of year has come where I never run out of things to watch. There are so many … More

Charlie Brown, Christmas, Christmas Carol, holidays, movies

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