I am 37 years old and live in southern Indiana (God's Country). I have a 17-year-old son that I call J and a cat named Linus. I work as a Systems Analyst for a defense contractor in support of the Navy. I'm active in my church and try to live my faith. I love
+ more bio informationEvery new mother receives a nursery full of gifts. Of course, they all have one thing in common; they are all about the baby. Instead, you want to get something unique, something personal. You want to speak directly to her heart, without having to compete with her new bundle of joy. So, where do you start?First, you have to k... More..
If you want to be in control of your finances, you must have a plan. That plan is known as a budget. It does not matter if this is the first time you have set up a budget or the tenth. It is not difficult. You simply need to know your income and expenses, as well as your future financial goals. Regardless of your level of inc... More..
Have you ever considered being your own personal trainer? Many of us cannot afford a professional trainer. Or we simply do not thrive in an environment where we are being screamed at by someone we're paying to help us. Don't get me wrong; I know that some people need that. On the other hand, some of us would like to avoid tha... More..
Michael W. Smith is one of the biggest names in contemporary Christian music. He has made 18 albums, written ten books, inspired a teen club in downtown Nashville, created his own record label, and is the pastor of a non-denominational church in the Nashville area. Along the way, he won three Grammy Awards out of 12 nominatio... More..
While listening to the Christmas song "Welcome to our World" sung by Michael W. Smith on the WOW Christmas (Green) CD 2005, I was touched by the second verse:Hope that You don't mind our manger.How I wish we would have known.But long-awaited, holy Stranger,Make Yourself at home.'Even though it is not stated specifically, it c... More..
My favorite scripture is James 1:2-3. In my bible, it reads, "Consider it all joy, my friends, when you encounter various trials, for it is the testing of your faith that produces perseverance."My translation: It's all good.Things happen to us. Some things are absolutely amazing. Giving birth to your only child. Falling head ... More..
Leslie Doyle
Loogootee, Indiana US
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