Creating a home on (and off) the range
Caring for our minds and bodies so we can thrive in our lives. You'll find tips and inspiration for mental and physical fitness.
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Are you more likely to regret what you say or what you didn’t say? What we say matters. James 3:8 says, “no one can tame the tongue. It is restless and evil, full of deadly poison.” Like every other person on the planet, I’ve said many things I regretted. When anger boils up inside me,…
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Farmers and ranchers are some of the hardest working people I know, but most of us city folks don’t give much thought to where our food comes from. No, I don’t mean Kroger or Dillons. My hubby, the Fix-it Farmer, and I are involved in agriculture in a few small ways because he didn’t want…
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If you’re a Christian and you’re a parent, you probably want to be more deliberate and diligent when you pray for your children. It doesn’t matter if they’re three months old or 33, they need prayer! Here’s a simple guide with 12 powerful ways to pray for your child. I want to be more diligent…
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Have you ever thought about running for exercise but decided you were too old to start? Or you used to run and tried to pick it back up after a few (or many) years and found it was a lot harder than it used to be? I’ve considered myself a runner since I won ribbons…
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I love so many aspects of the Christmas season: the decorations, the food, time with family and the music, but in a challenging season of life, I find my enthusiasm a bit dampened. Like dark chocolate, Christmas can have a bittersweet flavor. As we get older, we remember past celebrations with loved ones who are…
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One quarter of the U.S. population struggles with mental illness. You may be ill yourself, or you know someone diagnosed with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder or some other mental health challenge. I’m passionate about shining a light of compassion on those who suffer with mental illness because my dad had bipolar disorder. My dad died…
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How often does the refrain “not enough” go through your brain? Not enough hours in the day, not enough money in the bank, not enough talent to do what I’m longing to do. Do you know what these messages are? Flat out bald-faced lies. Not because we have it all together (because we don’t) but…
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You can’t learn to ride a bike by reading a book. Some things, you only learn by doing. Being a parent is one of those things. So is finding your purpose. School started last week in my city, and I can’t help but feel a little sad that my kids are in college or beyond….
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Because productivity tips can be boring to a daydreamer like me, I decided to make them more fun by relating them to my dog. Dogs help you understand the meaning of life, right? At least that’s what we learn from “A Dog’s Purpose” and “The Art of Racing in the Rain.” A direct…
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I have a love-hate relationship with productivity. I would love to be more productive, but I hate drudgery and uncertainty. And let’s face it, folks. We’ve got a lot of tasks that need to get done. As a daydreaming creative person, I struggle with getting things done. How can a veteran procrastinator become more productive?…
