Female Beauty Matters
Recently, several bloggers tackled a highly sensitive and debated topic— the need for women to attend to their beauty and appearance. I published a post, extracted from my Girls Gone Wise book, which examined some Scriptural directives for women on what and what not to wear. I came under fire for focusing on such mundane matters rather than...... >Read More
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2011 Fall and Winter Trend Report
Sleek and chic, classy pieces with new daring combinations characterize this season’s report. Sophistication prevails in this glamorous fall and winter look of 2011! The influence of decades past makes the old classics new again.
A flashback to the 50s brings us sophisticated Hollywood elegance. Perfectly finished from head to toe, this look...... >Read More
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Become a Better Listener
Listening is complex. In its simplest form its something my dog can do. Effectual listening, however, requires more than your physical presence, because it requires you to engage your heart and mind to understand not only my words but the part of myself I am communicating to you. To me, being heard, with this type of care, is essential.
If...... >Read More
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Does Sex Really Start In My Brain?
I'm going to start with something really basic. Men want to be wanted. They don't want to be placated. So when it comes to intimacy, we women need to step up to the plate a little bit more. You may think you're meeting his needs because you're making love a few times a week, but he won't feel loved... >Read More
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Sexual Healing – Life Maps Exercise
When we let God show us how our past has hurt us, He’s able to heal our brokenness. But the first step and often the hardest is acknowledging what’s happened to us.
One way to help see your own story is to write your life map. Divide your life into four segments based on years: 0-12 yrs, 13-19 yrs, 20-30... >Read More
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Sexual Healing – How God Sees Sex
Because many of us feel responsible for the loss, we often don’t feel we deserve to grieve. But the truth is, we do deserve to grieve, even more, we need to grieve. In fact God grieves right along with us. For many years I believed that God was the one who was heaping shame on me. I was certain He was... >Read More
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Religions have too many rules!
Do religions have too many rules? Sometimes, the answer is an unqualified yes! But why do we need to have rules at all? Don't religious rules rob people of their freedom?
Have you ever taken a look at the rulebook for a professional sports league? The Official NHL Rulebook lists hundreds of specific rules and regulations. Everything from penalties,...... >Read More
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Keeping December 1st Sacred
In our family December 1st is one of the most sacred days... >more
Who is Your Romantic Fancy?
When I was 9 years old I was in love with Chachi.... >more
Love can be dangerous