During a short weekend trip to the Great Smoky Mountains, my hubby and I discovered that the black bear became far more visible and active since fires ransacked that region several years ago. Even though black bears are not known for attacking humans, their aggression escalates when they sense their cubs may be in danger. [...]
In a world where we try to control as much as possible, one thing we know as mommas is to "expect the unexpected!" This month's From the Heart Blog is a creative dialogue between a mother daughter pair (Diane and Christina Cullen). As each describes her own unique perspectives on an Unexpected Adventure, we will [...]
We named our youngest daughter, Tress, because she is the third daughter (tres means three) plus she had tons of hair (tresses is another word for beautiful hair). I love everything about her name except for the fact that many people mispronounce it because of its uniqueness. One young man in her high school never [...]
Our monthly "From the Heart" blog is designed to aim holy enCOURAGEment into the hearts of moms and daughters like YOU. One of the quotes my sweet southern mentor repeated to me as a growing believer was, "Darlin'. Remember, God can hit the mark with a crooked stick!" That simple truth is such a relief [...]
June 2021~From the Heart Blog by Kim Wigginton I remember with a smile one evening when our preschool daughters were playing with their box of "dress up clothes." They excitedly walked into our family room for the first (of many) times donning white dresses and fancy "too big" shoes. Each had a white bath towel [...]
We frequently hear folks compare life to a marathon. Fair enough. Good analogy. But as a sports mom I'd like to expand that word picture to suggest that life is more like a track meet (a kind of marathon, right?) Any mom who has endured this spring sport staple knows what I'm talking about. Invariably [...]
From the Heart: It's time for another "Mother Load," Heart of Womanhood Ladies! This month's From the Heart Blog comes to us from one of my favorite "Faithful Fashion-istas!" Darisha Bishop is a pastor's wife, a mother to a full house of teens, and is a Proverbs 31 woman who is "clothed with strength and [...]
Because the month of March in Kentucky is known for dramatic changes in weather, each day is fun to track whether it is more like a Lamb or a Lion. If it is extremely cold, windy, or stormy it is said to like a Lion. If its calm, warm, and mild then it’s described as [...]
As a surprise it pops up occasionally on my computer. Regardless of what document is being drafted or tab is opened, the faint image of a computer keyboard or mouse alongside the words “Connection Lost” takes center stage on my screen. As a safety feature, this discreet message comes as an important cue to check [...]
From the Heart guest blogger, Judith Grazette, has a gift of writing. More importantly, she has THE GIFT of Jesus treasured in her own heart! So, moms and daughters, cozy up by a Christmas tree, read these words, and let God encourage your hearts during this season to embrace every day as His gift. [...]