Blog Post Roundup

Here are a few posts I thought y'all might like to read.

Friendship Must Be Wooed @ All Things Laura Ingalls Wilder

The Right Choice @ Simplicity & Celebration (This is a MUST READ and SHARE article!)

Professional Backslappers @ The Pastor's Perspective

When You Feel Inadequate @ The Better Mom

Winds of Change @ Valerie Write Now

10 Things Moms Should Never Feel Guilty About @ Better in Bulk

Being Busy & Knowing God @ Journal for Women

When You're Spiritually Numb @ Encouraging Words

8 Ways to Help Those Who Grieve @ Encouraging Words

Blog Post Roundup (1/26/2013) and Featured Blog of the Week

Here are a few posts I thought y'all might like to read.









What are You Waiting For? @ Living Life with the Loves

Encouragement in the Trenches @ The Better Mom

46 Reasons My Three Year Old Might be Freaking Out @ Jason Good (I do not follow this blog, but I read about this article somewhere else.)

The Lord's Still Good... @ Reflections from the Robyn's Nest (formerly The Lighthouse Letters)

Christmas Comfort @ Valerie Write Now

Good Character @ Kristy....

10 Qualities to Instill in the Hearts of Students @ The Pastor's Perspective

The Importance of Truthful Parenting @ The Better Mom

Passing Down a Goodly Heritage @ Reflections from the Robyn's Nest

Confessions of a Formerly Picky Eater @ Keeper of the Home (Great tips that I my daughter can use.)

Rewarding Ourselves @ Simplicity & Celebration

My Parents' Love @ Valerie Write Now

 Why a Child's Memory is Better Than Ours @ Steady Mom
(I do not follow this blog, but I read about this article somewhere else.)

Why Should We Care About Excellence? @ Encouraging Words

Woman to Woman: On Giving Advice @ The Pennington Point

Are You a Proactive Parent or a Reactive Parent @ Smockity Frocks

It's Just a Couch @ Money Saving Mom

Writing Notes @ Raising Olives

Never Let it Grow Old @ Reflections from the Robyn's Nest

Featured Blog of the Week:

Tears and Blessings

My friend Laura has begun a brand-new blog called Tears and Blessings.  In her words, "Welcome to my Special Needs Mom Zone! An arena where you will witness a glimpse of the day to day living with a severely disabled child. Despite all the many years of hoping, praying, and around the clock therapists and specialists, some older children remain non-conversant nor able to function in society. This is the story of a family who loves a severely autistic child...this blog is dedicated to all the similar children and those who care for them. You just can't make this stuff up...WELCOME" 

Blog Post Roundup (11/20/12)

Here are a few posts I thought y'all might like to read.

I know this is more than the usual, but I haven't posted any links in a while.

Redbirds and God! @ Living Life with the Loves

The Overlooked Problem of Speed @ The Pastor's Perspective

Where We are Called to Disciple @ Joyful Mothering

The Subtle Message of Secular Media @ Encouraging Words

A God Who Plays @ The Rigneys

The Gift I Have Because I Chose Not to Abort My Son @ Ordinary Inspirations

Are You Training Up a Sloth? @ Keep the Heart

Straight at the Heart @ Everyday Grace

Vote=Voice @ The Pastor's Perspective

What to Do in the Waiting Room @ Valerie Write Now

The Cold Hearts of New England @ Encouraging Words

God is in Control @ Journal for Women

Rhythm and Routine @ Journal for Women

The Dust of His Feet @ Encouraging Words

Never Quit Because of Someone Else @ Keep the Heart

A Look at the Problem @ Everyday Grace

Those Good Mommy, Bad Mommy Days @ Raising Arrows

There are No Perfect Days @ Keep the Heart

Human Beings are So Disappointing @ Smockity Frocks

A Question Every Parent Should Ask @ Encouraging Words

Blog Post Roundup (10/20/12)

Here are a few posts I thought y'all might like to read.

Far Above Rubies @ Everyday Grace

If You Must Speak @ The Pastor's Perspective

Facebook Users, Unite! @ Valerie Write Now

Living on Less and Enjoying More @ Keep the Heart

Elementary School Teacher Cuts Child's Hand Because She Couldn't Properly Do Islamic Hand Sign @ Chicks on the Right (Wrong on so many levels!)

Falling Off the Wagon @ Encouraging Words

100 Ways You Know You're A Mom @ Tales From a Gypsy Mama (I do not know anything about this blog.  I found the link on someone else's roundup.)

On Choosing the Very Best Books for Your Children @ The Rigneys

When Your Teen Says No (Part 1) @ The Pastor's Perspective

Blog Post Roundup (9/29/12)

Here are a few posts I thought y'all might like to read.

Get a Dumpster @ Learning God's Lessons

 

A Grudge is a Ball and Chain @ Keep the Heart

5 Lies You May Believe About Yourself @ Sidetracked Sarah

Does the Bible Specify Dresses and Skirts? @ Keep the Heart

Don't Wait for "Let me Know"! @ Living Life with the Loves

Blog Post Roundup (9/8/12)

Here are a few posts I thought y'all might like to read.

Abortion is Wrong. No Matter the Reason @ Thimble Thoughts

 

The Right Kind of Control @ Journal for Women

Helping Your College Student @ Keep the Heart

The Kind of Guy We Pray Our Daughters Will Marry @ Doorposts of Your House

A Little Labor Day History Lesson @ Sidetracked Sarah

Blog Post Roundup (9/1/12)

Here are a few posts I thought y'all might like to read.

Look at the White Line @ Valerie Write Now

One Kind Act @ Everyday Grace

The New Normal @ Our Daily Bread

For the Overwhelmed Young Mother @ Smockity Frocks

Have You Allowed Facebook to Ruin Your Day @ Keep the Heart

Blog Post Roundup (8/25/12)

Here are a few posts I thought y'all might like to read.

Count Your Encouragement @ The Pastor's Perspective

Are You Self-Righteous? @ Learning God's Lessons

Busy Wives, Busy Lives @ The Lighthouse Letters

Blog Post Roundup (8/11/12)

Here are a few posts I thought y'all might like to read.

The Prayer of a Child @ Candle in the Night

 

Dear Stay-At-Home-Mom @ The Gospel Coalition (An encouraging blog post I found out from a friend of mine.)

Draw a Stick Man -- this is fun!

Saturday afternoon 8/4 @ Prayers for Dale  (This is a Must Read account of how Dale drowned one year ago and was revived.  I've been following the blog for nearly a year and have rejoiced at each step of improvement that Dale has made.)

Truth, Grace and My Father's Conversion at Age 84 @ Randy Alcorn

Blog Post Roundup (8/4/12)

Here are a few posts I thought y'all might like to read.

Someone IS Watching Us @ Apron Strings

No More Excuses @ The Pastor's Perspective

Handling the Little Extortionist @ Journal for Women

Going for the Gold @ The Lighthouse Letters

God's Embroidering @ The Lighthouse Letters

The Gates of Hell Will Not Prevail Against It @ Solve Church Problems

How to Survive an Explosion @ Keep the Heart

Blog Post Roundup (7/21/12)

Here are a few posts I thought y'all might like to read.

Recommended Blog of the Week

 Bible Class Creations
This is a blog I just found via Pinterest.  I haven't looked at it extensively, so I don't know anything about what version of the Bible they use, but the crafts look like a lot of fun and will help the stories stick with the children!

Other Recommended Links

It's the Little Things @ Thimble Thoughts

Opportunity @ Journal for Women


My God is My Reproof of Instruction @ My God is...

Respecting Our Children @ SaraMae.com

Why I Don't Want to be a Fighter in the Mommy Wars @ Joyful Mothering

Blog Post Roundup (7/14/12)

Here are a few posts I thought y'all might like to read.

One More Goodnight @ The Lighthouse Letters (This is a brand-new blog authored by my pastor's wife, Robyn Bachman.  I highly recommend subscribing or following her blog!)

5 Ways to Be God's Friend @ The Pastor's Perspective (Guest post by Bro. Kurt Skelly)

"Yes, Lord" Fixes Everything! @ Encouraging Words by Cary Schmidt

Teaching Children to Share Their Thoughts @ Stephanie's Mommy Brain

Organize Your Blog Reading @ I'm an Organizing Junkie

Blog Post Roundup (7/7/12)

Here are a few posts I thought y'all might like to read.

10 Signs Your Child Might Be Spoiled and What To Do About It @ Smockity Frocks

Are You One of 4 Million Infected Computers? @ Nerd Quirks (See if you're at risk for a certain computer virus)

What Your Children Will Never Forget @ The Pastor's Perspective

10 Reasons I'm Thankful to Be an American @ The Pastor's Perspective

Blog Post Roundup (6/30/12)

Here are a few posts I thought y'all might like to read.









Fill Their Cups @ I Can Teach My Child

What I Would Say to Me! @ The Better Mom


Stop the Drip @ The Better Mom

Blog Post Roundup (6/23/12)

Blog Post Roundup

Here are a few posts I thought y'all might like to read.











Are You an Encouragement or a Discouragement? @ Frog's Lilypad

How to Encourage a Friend @ Living Life with the Loves

Friends @ Valerie Write Now

101 Blogging Ideas @ Apple Blue (You may see some of these from me from time to time!)

What Infertility Has Taught Me about Motherhood @ Joyful Mothering  (This post is not what you would expect from the title!)


8 Reasons Not to Leave @ Encouraging Words by Cary Schmidt

For Bloggers:  Why & How to Correctly Make Your Recipe Printable @ Confessions of an Overworked Mom  [Note: I do not follow this blog, so I don't know anything about her other posts.]

Summer Reading Tips @ A Good Book is a Good Friend (If you love to read and want to find out about good books for your children, read this blog!  She has also posted several reading lists for children.)

Blog Post Roundup (6/16/12)

Here are a few posts I thought y'all might like to read.










First Things First @ Valerie Write Now (part of her Ministry Musings series but applicable to all Christian ladies)

Let's Start at the Very Beginning @ Valerie Write Now (1st installment of her Ministry Musings series)

If you have a blog, read this: Facebook Changes and a Request @ I Can Teach My Child

Ways to Saturate Your Children with the Proverbs @ Doorposts of Your House

Pastry in Motion @ Cake Wrecks -- Watch the two videos.  You will not believe what you see!

Blog Post Roundup (5/12/12)

Here are some posts I thought y'all might enjoy.









On Forcing Children to Share (and Socialism) @ Smockity Frocks

7 Simple Ways to Connect with Your Pastor @ Pastor Paul Chappell

Dear God, Please Let My Children Get in Trouble @ I Can Teach My Child

More on Sharing @ Doorposts of Your House

Is the Culture Forcing Children to Grow Up Too Fast? @ The Better Mom

Now I See @ Valerie Write Now

8 Tips to Take Better Travel Pictures @ Digital Photography School

A Gift in the Mundane {Parenting in the Now} @ The Incomplete Guide to Imperfect Homemaking

Making it Easy to Make it Right @ Encouraging Words from Carey Schmidt

Blog Post Roundup (5/5/12)

Here are some posts for you to enjoy.










Comfort @ Valerie Write Now

Small Story, Big Lesson @ Valerie Write Now
Zacchaeus @ Everyday Grace  (These two posts go well together!)

Because Jesus Triumphed, I Am... @ Pastor Paul Chappell

The Difference Three Days Can Make @ The Better Mom

For When It is Time to Tell Your Child, "I'm Sorry." @ The Better Mom

Concerns and Hopes for Older Preachers @ Pastor Paul Chappell

Be a Supermom! @ Learning God's Lessons


Wonderful Works @ Everyday Grace

Blog Post Roundup 3/31/12

Here are some posts I thought y'all might be interested in.









How to Get Your Toddler to Eat Anything @ Five in Tow

Tea Time Discipleship @ The Better Mom

10 Ways to Renew Your Spirit @ Encouraging Words

Building a Legacy of Faithfulness @ Pastor Paul Chappell

My Reputation @ Learning God's Lessons (a new-to-me blog that is well worth following!)

I Can't Wait (Part 1)
I Can't Wait (Part 2) @ Learning God's Lessons

Blog Post Roundup 3/17/12

Here are some articles I thought were worth sharing with you.









The Most Powerful Parenting Practice @ Encouraging Words

What Children Crave @ The Humble Homemaker

A Parenting Moment: Are you Raising Me to DO Good? Not Just Be Good? @ Toddler Approved