by Valerie Murray | May 27, 2016 | Blog, Parenting |
Guest Post by Keri at https://www.kerilynnsnyder.com Last month, I set up the inflatable pool in the backyard for the kids. From day one, they were begging me to jump in and have fun with them. Naturally, the excuses poured out of my mouth. It is not warm...
by Valerie Murray | May 24, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews |
When sixteen-year-old Alex and Brett Harris started their blog, TheRebelution.com, they had no idea the huge impact their message would have all over the world. They made up the word “rebelution” by combining the words rebellion and revolution to create the concept...
by Valerie Murray | May 23, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews, Parenting |
I practically dropped to the ground along with the heavy Costco bag I was carrying, filled to the brim with paper towels, Clorox wipes, and school supplies, as my son’s teacher introduced herself. She recognized me right away. I tried to catch my breath and...
by Valerie Murray | May 20, 2016 | Blog, Marriage |
Part 2: His Tips Since my husband and I just celebrated our 20th anniversary, I thought it would be fun for us to each come up with 10 things we’ve learned about marriage over the years. When I asked my husband if he would participate, he was a little unsure at...
by Valerie Murray | May 13, 2016 | Blog, Marriage |
Part One: Her Tips If I could sit down and tell my 23-year-old self a few tips to help her along this great adventure of marriage, I would sure have a lot to say! Marriage has certainly made me a better person as I have learned to love through the good and bad times....
by Valerie Murray | May 10, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews |
I don’t know about you, but sometimes I fall into the comparison trap. I start wishing I was less like me and more like someone else. I wish I was funny and could make people laugh. I wish I could accomplish my goals as successfully and quickly as my...
by Valerie Murray | May 7, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews, Parenting |
“Mom, you can come on the field trip, just don’t sit by me.” Any middle-schoolers in your house? My daughter and I have always been close. But I knew this time would come. In a few months, she will be a teenager. The “no you...
by Valerie Murray | Apr 25, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews |
When I was a teen I watched a Christian television program called the 700 Club with my mom. I always loved listening to Sheila Walsh speak with such compassion and encouragement. When I struggled through infertility, Sheila’s book, Life Is Tough, But God Is...
by Valerie Murray | Apr 15, 2016 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith, Health and Fitness |
As my body entered the MRI coffin I couldn’t catch my breath and yelled for the technician to “get me out of here.” I’ve never considered myself to be claustrophobic. In fact, I didn’t even check that box on the survey before the MRI. I...
by Valerie Murray | Apr 13, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews |
In Love Without Limits, Christian Motivational Speaker Nick Vujicic, tells of his journey to finding true love. Nick is a well-known evangelist who was born without arms or legs. He speaks all over the world inspiring others to overcome obstacles and achieve...
Hello there! I'm Valerie, a mom of four and wife of 27 years. My writing inspires others to cultivate courageous faith and find solace in trusting God, especially in moments of fear and uncertainty. Join me on this adventure as we explore the beauty of trusting God when we are afraid. 
