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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.




God Speaks
I was inspired by a talk at church tonight. The topic was, "God speaks to us through His creation." So true ❤️ Personally, God speaks to...
Janet
Jul 31 min read


Eternal Priorities
Here's the verse that keeps me going on this homeschooling journey! "For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, and loses...
Janet
Mar 311 min read


“How Lord?”
Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances? Whoa, that's a tall order! How do I rejoice always? Conviction hits...
Janet
Mar 313 min read


A Picture of Love
God speaks into our lives in new ways each day. He recently revealed His love to me through the love I have for my child. Finding my...
Janet
Mar 311 min read


Priorities
Here's the verse that keeps me going on this homeschooling journey! "For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, and loses...
Janet
Feb 91 min read


How Do We Find Jesus?
How Do We Find Jesus? Today at Vacation Bible School we learned about Jesus walking on the water. Peter got out of the boat and walked...
Janet
Feb 91 min read


Master Artist
Rushing waves, pelicans taking dives, sand pipers, sea gulls, and sunsets captivate me. Each time I see the evening's sun painted sky I...
Janet
Feb 91 min read


Love First
God is love. Knowing this, how dare we approach a person with the Gospel without love going before us? 1 John 4:7-21 7 Dear friends, let...
Janet
Feb 92 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 91 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 91 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 92 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 311 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 312 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 311 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 311 min read


Honor or Obedience?
Hmm… would I rather be honored or obeyed? A few days ago my child defined true honor in her chosen action. Right then and there my...
Janet
Jan 302 min read


A Picture of Love
God speaks into our lives in new ways each day. He recently revealed His love to me through the love I have for my child. Finding my...
Janet
Jan 301 min read


Blind Faith?
“It’s just blind faith!” quotes many a skeptic. Some would call my belief naive. However, with eyes wide open I found faith. I am in...
Janet
Jan 301 min read
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