2018 Word for the Year: New

by Amanda Wells // January 1, 2018 // 13 Comments

I heard a crash from the kitchen, several things breaking, my husband’s groan, and one of the kids say, “Uh oh, Mama’s going to be mad at you now!” My excitement, as I finished getting ready for a mom’s night out,... Continue reading →

The Greatest Gift: Are You My Jesus?

by Amanda Wells // December 22, 2017 // 4 Comments

Are you my Jesus? Born into a world, lost and confused, we spend our time searching for things to fill this void. We KNOW there’s something out there so we try everything. Popularity. Perfection. Pursuing interests. Promiscuity. Politics.  We keep... Continue reading →

Becoming a Prayer Warrior, not a Prayer Wimp

by Amanda Wells // December 10, 2017 // 4 Comments

This post contains affiliate links. It was a Hail Mary pass kind of prayer. My day started full of frustrations, difficult obstacles, and children challenging my authority at every opportunity. Disheartened, I locked myself in the bathroom, praying for energy... Continue reading →

Self-care isn’t self-seeking, it’s seeking God first

by Amanda Wells // December 8, 2017 // No Comments

  I don’t like self care. It sounds self-ish. Nail and hair appts, girls nights out, exercising, Starbucks, Target trips, and more. The focus is on me.  Do not misunderstand me. Moms need a break now and then. So do dads... Continue reading →

A Christ-mas Alternative to the Elf on the Shelf

by Amanda Wells // November 30, 2017 // 16 Comments

 Post includes affiliate links. I’m right there with all the moms who hate the Elf on the Shelf. It was fun the first year or two as our elf, Madge, moved from each secret hiding spot to a new one.... Continue reading →

7 Simple Ways to Save Big on Holiday Shopping

by Amanda Wells // November 15, 2017 // No Comments

Now that I’m a mom of six, I don’t pull all-nighters on Black Friday shopping sprees anymore. I love shopping so much it makes my hair curl even more than normal. But once I filled in my spreadsheets with everyone... Continue reading →

The Gift of Gratitude

by Amanda Wells // November 13, 2017 // No Comments

  By Mitzi Neely As I enter this season of Thanksgiving. I am savoring the gift of gratitude that God has given me. I love that I can honor Him with a happy and joy-filled heart. God yearns for all... Continue reading →