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Wednesday Child: Meet Angelica

August 10, 2022

Every Wednesday I feature a child recently highlighted by a local Wednesday's Child newscast to share the stories of children from around the country who are waiting for a family. My hope is that this can broaden exposure for the children highlighted, but also serve as a reminder that these children represent thousands of children currently in the foster-care system. Perhaps their stories will inspire you to consider opening your home to a child needing a family. For more information and to . . .

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The Enthusiastic Visionary: Talking Enneagram Type 7 with Micky ScottBey Jones and Ryan Walton | Selfie Podcast Episode 231

August 10, 2022

This summer we are diving into the Enneagram! In this episode, Micky ScottBey Jones helps us make sense of Enneagram Type 7, and we revisit a conversation withWe also chat with Ryan Walton, writer at coach with DaringtoDad.com, about being an enneagram type 7. More enneagram resources: To take the test to find out your own type, you can visit this site for a quick, free test, or buy the $12 Riso-Hudson Enneagram Type Indicator test at the Enneagram Institute for a more thorough . . .

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Life Lately

August 8, 2022

Our end-of-summer tradition: using the resort’s golf course as our sunset playground. View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton)   These two books by friends showed up in the mail as I was heading out the door for a desert weekend. So excited to dive into both of these!   Maybe I DO have a gun in my bag even though I don’t own a . . .

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Friday Finds: Arches

August 5, 2022

Morandi Arch Ceramic Vase  Sigfus Chunky Arch Earrings  Rainbow Cotton Tufted Throw Pillow  White & Black Marbled Contemporary Arch Asymmetric Bookshelf  Black & Gold Arched Metal Plant Stand  Black Arched Windowpane Mirror Acrylic Vase Modern Arch Shape Vase Creative Co-Op Metal Framed 5 Wood Shelves Bookshelf Decorative Cutting Board Kibo Modern Waterfall Cream Velvet Ottoman  Bloomingville Light Brown Decorative Arched Ladder  Set of 2 Bookends . . .

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CHANGE A LIFE THIS CHRISTMAS | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM NOVEMBER 2011.

August 4, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM NOVEMBER 2011.   Jeannett is no stranger to philanthropy through blogging,  Her blog is a regular host of guest posts that are matched with giveaways benefits a charity of choice.   Last Christmas, she set her sights on something that could change one person’s life forever – a pretty lofty goal.   Many bloggers joined Jeannett in sharing Cliff’s story and last Christmas, $5 at a time, readers made a difference for Cliff and . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Lillie

August 3, 2022

Every Wednesday I feature a child recently highlighted by a local Wednesday's Child newscast to share the stories of children from around the country who are waiting for a family. My hope is that this can broaden exposure for the children highlighted, but also serve as a reminder that these children represent thousands of children currently in the foster-care system. Perhaps their stories will inspire you to consider opening your home to a child needing a family. For more information and to . . .

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The Loyal Skeptic: Talking Enneagram Type 6 with Micky ScottBey Jones and Carlee Lane | Selfie Podcast Episode 230

August 3, 2022

This summer we are diving into the Enneagram! In this episode, Micky ScottBey Jones helps us make sense of Enneagram Type 6, and we revisit a conversation with Carlee Lane about being an enneagram type 6. More enneagram resources: To take the test to find out your own type, you can visit this site for a quick, free test, or buy the $12 Riso-Hudson Enneagram Type Indicator test at the Enneagram Institute for a more thorough assessment and explanation of your secondary types. (We recommend . . .

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Friday Finds: Backpacks

July 29, 2022

Black & Green Leaves Backpack Set LEGO® Minifigure Heritage Classic Backpack Champion Olive Camo Logo Backpack & Lunch Bag Just Elly Pink & Purple Marble Swirl Backpack & Lunch Bag adidas Defender Team Sports Backpack Roxy Peach Bub Palm Tree Always Core Backpack | Volcom Men's School Lightweight Backpack Skateboard Backpack Element  Mohave Skateboard Backpack Gray & White Floral Backpack & Lunch Bag Blue & Pink Tie-Dye Floral Logo . . .

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THE SIXTH ANNUAL BLOGGER CHRISTMAHANUKWANZAAKAH ONLINE HOLIDAY CONCERT | ON THURSDAY’S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM DECEMBER 2011.

July 28, 2022

ON THURSDAY'S I POST FROM THE VAULT. THIS POST IS FROM DECEMBER 2011. For the sixth year in a row, Neil Kramer of Citizen of the Month is hosting an annual online concert featuring bloggers performing their favorite holiday standards. Neil’s intention in the concert was to bring the blogging community together, regardless of race or religion, for some holiday  fun. Last year was my first time to participate, and I used a slideshow to tell the story of waiting for Kembe to come home for . . .

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The Individualists: Talking Enneagram Type 5 with Micky ScottBey Jones and Kelley Nikondeha | Selfie Podcast Episode 229

July 27, 2022

This summer we are diving into the Enneagram! In this episode, Micky ScottBey Jones helps us make sense of Enneagram Type 5, and we revisit a conversation with Kelley Nikondeha , author of Adopted: The Sacrament of Belonging in a Fractured World, about some of the unique strengths and challenges of being an enneagram 5. More enneagram resources: To take the test to find out your own type, you can visit this site for a quick, free test, or buy the $12 Riso-Hudson Enneagram Type Indicator . . .

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