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Learning to Love Yourself (she: Teresa)

ByMariel September 28, 2012

Today I am looking at Mariel’s blog and seeing almost 7,500 beautiful, talented, accomplished women from all over the world who frequent this site (from Facebook) as we come together in our womanhood to share, explore and grow together. Probably many more of you are reading and haven’t clicked the Facebook follow button. Either way,…

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Faith

Having the Courage to Share the Gospel

ByMariel September 24, 2012July 19, 2015

Originally, I started my blog (Or so she says…) as a way to fill a gap that I was seeing in the blogging world.  I really wanted to offer women something beyond just crafts and recipes (but, those too!)  Then I thought it would be fun to build my blog enough to make money.  Who…

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Why Are Your Favorite Bloggers Mormon?
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Why Are Your Favorite Bloggers Mormon?

ByMariel September 6, 2012July 24, 2015

We’ve come together to answer the question so many people are asking… here’s the scoop on your favorite Mormon bloggers!

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Self-Improvement

Education in Every Day Life (she: Teresa)

ByMariel August 24, 2012

Hey ladies! I’m Teresa and I’m excited to have the opportunity to share a little of my wisdom with you from time to time. Over the last several years I have found that I really enjoy anything that has to do with self improvement. I’m a big fan of enjoying life to its fullest and…

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Self-Improvement

Know Thyself And What Makes You Cranky (she: Carmen)

ByMariel July 5, 2012August 10, 2015

Carmen writes the blog,Life Blessons, which provides an intimate look into her life as a twentysomething woman as she details her experiences learning how to live out her faith, enjoy the simple things in life and be the woman God created to her to be. Along the way, she shares the blessings and lessons that…

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Self-Improvement

The Beauty of Getting Old

ByMariel June 18, 2012

Remember when you were young and life could never go fast enough? I remember longing for the day that my feet would touch the ground when I sat on the couch. I couldn’t wait for the day that neighbors would think I was old enough to babysit. Oh, if I could only be old enough…

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Father's Day | Parenting | Self-Improvement

The Influence of a Father ~ My Thoughts

ByMariel June 16, 2012August 10, 2015

This past week, I’ve been preparing for a talk I have to give at church tomorrow, Father’s Day.  My father and the father of my children/husband are both very important to me, so I’ve been trying to sort this talk out in a way that does them justice…without being a bawl-baby the whole time.  While…

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Self-Improvement

Adding More ‘Mom’ to My Kid’s Lives

ByMariel April 27, 2012

Today you can find me over at Make and Takes where I’m sharing thoughts on prioritizing my life, and focusing on what is really important to me.  It’s perfect timing too, because coming up, these next couple weeks, you’re in for a treat.  Next week is ‘Favorite Things’ week (where you’ll get great gift ideas…

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Parenting | Self-Improvement

Our ‘Family Matters’ Board (she: Veronica)

ByMariel April 16, 2012

Hi there! I’m Veronica, from Nine A Plenty, and I’m the really happy mom of nine amazing kids. (I usually take the pictures, so this photo of me with one of them will have to do!) We have a busy, crazy life, but it’s the best one around. I’m not the most clever mom, but…

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Family Night | Parenting | Self-Improvement

Family Night: Choosing Happiness

ByMariel March 13, 2012January 9, 2014

I believe that part of my responsibility, as a parent, is to teach my children about happiness.  The other day, I was shopping and saw this sign on the wall that said, “Happiness Is Not A Destination, It’s A Way Of Life.”  Yes, YES!  That is so true.  I want my kids to understand that…

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Family Night | Self-Improvement

Family Night: You Are Special

ByMariel January 17, 2012

A few days ago, I was helping the girls clean up the play room, and I came across a favorite book of mine, You Are Special, by Max Lucado.  I started thinking about the message of the story, and reflecting on the many times I felt unimportant, growing up.  My parents treated me wonderfully, but…

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Self-Improvement

Pretty vs. What REALLY Matters (& my new favorite eyeshadow…plus, giveaway!)

ByMariel October 25, 2011

I used to hate my nose.I used to wish my parents could afford braces for me.I used to think my arms were too hairy.I used to think I needed big boobs.I used to think my ears poked out a little too much.I used to think my pale skin was embarrassing.I used to cry about my…

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