If you knew that your words would shape and mold someone into who they are today, would you be more careful to choose what you say? Or would you change the way you said it, knowing that every word was heard by someone you cared for…that they would listen to those words and then learn how […]
[Continue reading...]My Mom, the Sunshine in My Life
May 8, 2018 Leave a Comment
“Pick me, pick me!” is what my mom told me that I said to her before I was even born! When I was born, women were put under anesthesia to birth their babies. My mom told me the story throughout my lifetime – that when she was “asleep” giving birth to me, her spirit went […]
[Continue reading...]Designing Your Masterpiece
May 3, 2018 Leave a Comment
“And out of the ground made the Lord God to grow every tree that is pleasant to the sight, and good for food” (Genesis 2:9a KJV). Designing flowers has truly been a gift from God to me. I take great delight in sharing the beautiful flowers that our loving and artistic Creator has fashioned for us […]
[Continue reading...]Healthy and Loving It
April 24, 2018 Leave a Comment
I love the sound of my alarm clock! You might be thinking, “This woman is crazy and I’m going to stop reading right now.” It’s true, I love the beginning of each day and I can’t wait to tell you why. Early morning is the time that I set aside to focus on myphysical health. So when […]
[Continue reading...]The Unforgettable Kitchen
April 17, 2018 Leave a Comment
There was a time not so long ago when the kitchen was the busiest and most used room of the home. Recipe books were open, Mom was in her apron, chatter and laughter came from the kids, mixing bowls and measuring cups decorated the countertops. This daily routine wasn’t just about eating. It was a […]
[Continue reading...]The Way of Wellness
April 10, 2018 Leave a Comment
In my forty-plus years as a natural health consultant, I’ve met many women who intentionally attend to their health and well-being. A question I frequently ask them is: “Who or what influences you to take deliberate action to improve your overall wellness?” Their responses vary as much as the women themselves, but a common theme […]
[Continue reading...]God’s Heavenly Hat Shop
April 3, 2018 Leave a Comment
Ah—what charm! What elegance! What class! Nothing compares to a lady in her hat. We love them all—big, bold, bright, beautiful, wide brim, straw, canvas, floppy, jeweled, or lace. We wear hats for every occasion—gardening, shopping, going to church, to the ball game, or just working around the house. In the temporal sense, we select […]
[Continue reading...]A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words
March 21, 2018 Leave a Comment
Divorce rate statistics among Christian and non-Christian couples are staggering at nearly 50 percent. As a practicing family law attorney with over twenty-four years of experience, I routinely see the unsettling results of these statistics. The adversarial process of a divorce takes a toll on most families that is akin to the death of a […]
[Continue reading...]March 13, 2018 Leave a Comment
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NEED A RESPONSE FROM YOU. The 11th edition of SHINE magazine was released during the holidays and was a huge success—God truly graced us on that beautiful night! Thank you to everyone who came out to the release event for the “Grace Edition.” The SHINE production team worked hard on this edition and we pray it blesses and encourages you! Ladies, […]
[Continue reading...]Vision de Brillance
February 28, 2018 1 Comment
Word of Life Christian Center hosted the event, “Vision de Brillance” with special guest speaker, Terri Savelle Foy on Sun., Feb. 25th. As the guests entered the foier (foyer) they were greeted with warmth and charm by our amazing “Dames” (Ladies) who wore special French attire, including beautiful Français hats for welcoming our guests. The […]
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