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Thanks for checking out my blog. Welcome to Living and Learning!
My inspiration to blog stems from a love of writing and belief in the power of shared stories.
I cover all sorts of topics including Relationship With God, Child Development, Adoption, Parenting,
Homeschooling, and Mental Health.
My hope is to inspire, share, and encourage.


You Have The Power!
Don't forget you have that power. There are times when throwing out the busy schedule is the best thing you can do. If you're too busy to...
Janet
Feb 9, 20251 min read


Emotions- A Gift From God
My Thoughts for Today: Emotions- A Gift from God During my granddaughter's visit the topic of emotion came to mind. My 15-month-old...
Janet
Feb 9, 20251 min read


Never Fear
For any moms out there who are feeling anxious, inadequate, or a bit lost: This verse has always put my parenting fears in perspective....
Janet
Feb 9, 20251 min read


Got Grace?
My Thoughts for Today: Following a recent incident at home, I began reflecting on grace. One of my children unintentionally broke a...
Janet
Feb 9, 20252 min read


Grateful or Grumbly
What's Your Attitude? Headed off to the beach with Joy, Kevin, and my sister on Sunday afternoon. Arriving just steps from the beach the...
Janet
Jan 31, 20251 min read


God Never Changes
He's a Faithful God! I draw so much comfort from 3 words, "God Never Changes." I hate change! As life is rapidly changing, I find peace...
Janet
Jan 31, 20251 min read


God Is In Control
He's working for our good! God Is in Control by Twila Paris was a favorite song of mine when my children were littles. Parenting can be...
Janet
Jan 31, 20252 min read


God Values You
God gives us His perfect love. Just heard a touching illustration regarding our value. "Economic value can also be the maximum price or...
Janet
Jan 31, 20251 min read


Entitled?
One of my greatest pet peeves is an entitlement mentality. Entitlement occasionally visited our home. The difference between a want and a...
Janet
Jan 31, 20251 min read


Overcomplicated?
Sometimes I think we make life too complicated. My definition of success has simplified over the years. I've watched and helped guide my...
Janet
Jan 31, 20251 min read


Worthy of Respect?
My Thoughts for Today: A few of my backwards perspectives: 1. I respect kind and compassionate people over highly educated jerks....
Janet
Jan 31, 20251 min read


The Impact of a Teacher
A Teacher Impacts Eternity! This week was teacher appreciation week at my nephew’s school. Some influential teachers in my life came to...
Janet
Jan 30, 20251 min read
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