Monthly Archives: December 2011

SMORE Thought of Week for Moms

Posted on December 30, 2011 by

SMORE Theme: Money Matters Cash flows. ~~~ Do I illustrate the flow of money for my precious children?

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Merry Christmas

Posted on December 24, 2011 by

A Christmas message for single moms from Gail. The Christmas spirit is that hope which tenaciously clings to the hearts of the faithful and announces in the face of any Herod the world can produce and all the inn doors … Continue reading →

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Kneeling in Bethlehem

Posted on December 24, 2011 by

In each heart lies a Bethlehem, an inn where we must ultimately answer whether there is room or not. When we are Bethlehem-bound we experience our own advent in his. When we are Bethlehem-bound we can no longer look the … Continue reading →

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SMORE Thought of Week for Moms

Posted on December 23, 2011 by

SMORE Theme:  Personality Predicaments If my child enjoys being silly and I’m the serious sort, ~~~ I might enjoy being silly with him/her.

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The Christmas Elf

Posted on December 21, 2011 by

The Christmas Elf by Gail Showalter Valley Living for the Whole Family, Winter 2001 issue “Joy to the World” was playing on the car radio, but I did not feel any joy in my world. It was five days before … Continue reading →

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5 Tips for Surviving Family Gatherings

Posted on December 20, 2011 by

Dear Single Moms, This can be a difficult season to get through. I know, I’ve been through more than I’d like to count. When you understand personalities it can truly be helpful for dealing with, well I’ll just say it, … Continue reading →

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Lonely? Or Alone During the Christmas Holidays

Posted on December 18, 2011 by

Holiday articles for Single Parents by Linda Ranson Jacobs
www.hlp4.com Recently on FaceBook a long time friend posted: “Fluffing/Decorating my Christmas Tree & Listening to Classical Music all by myself!!! This is NOT going to be easy!!!!!!!!” My friend is spending … Continue reading →

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Are You Having a Blue Christmas?

Posted on December 18, 2011 by

What Triggers Your Blues? On Wednesday I will interview Carol Floch on KSET Radio 1300 AM, The Talk of Southeast Texas from 1:00-2:00. We would like to know what triggers your blues during the Christmas season? Send you comments. We … Continue reading →

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SMORE Thought of Week for Moms

Posted on December 16, 2011 by

SMORE Theme:  Manners Matter Common courtesy is not common enough. It can become the everyday norm in the home – by example. ~~~ How might I demonstrate manners for my sweet children?

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Christmas, Cash, and Kids

Posted on December 15, 2011 by

This may very well be the most stressful week of the year for single mothers. Just like mothers everywhere, single moms want to make their children squeal with delight on Christmas morning. I wish I could solve all the financial … Continue reading →

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