I have been doing this Shopkick thing since the beginning of the year. I am currently working on my 3rd Amazon gift card. You choose the goal amount as well as what gift card you desire. Stores either have walk-in, scan, and/or receipt. The app is very easy to operate and you get videos, within the app, on how to maneuver within the app.
I am not getting paid for this review, just want to let you in on some extra Christmas cash. Sign up today and use my invite code (COOL248086). And remember you only have 7 days to either scan your first item or walk in to redeem your 250 kicks as a welcome. Yes I get 250 extra kicks per invite.
This is a story on how my life got flipped turned upside down. Six year ago I married my prince charming, my King, and I became the stepmom of his seven children, two of whom he has custody of. In Pontiac, Michigan born and raised, on the playground is where I spent most of my days. Between my four children and my sisters’ 11, the playground just seemed to be the right place to let the kids be free. When one handsome guy who was up to something good, started making passes in my neighborhood. He was interested in me and I in him. I got into one little fight, that would be a fight between my heart and my past. My past said, “he is going to hurt you like all the other suckas”, but my heart said, give him a pass. My mom didn’t get scared, she just didn’t like him. Two years into dating, I pulled up to the church about 4 or 5 and I yelled to my past “Yo holmes, smell ya later”. Although this story is somewhat based off of DJ Jazzy Jeff and Will Smith song, I used it to find humor in my story. My life was indeed flipped turned upside down but I wouldn’t change anything about it. A blended family needs a lot of prayer, just for the day to go smoothly.
I homeschooled 5 of my children up until High School. One subject that was required was reading. The summer months we read outside, picnic style. In the winter months we frequently visited our public library, and read in a tucked away quiet reading area.
Another subject that was required was writing. Although they didn’t like it at first, they eventually had a change of heart. Writing stories from their own imagination or writing summaries from books that they had completed had become a daily task. I created each one a reading Journal log where they had full control of their summary, whether they liked or disliked that particular book, and the sketch of their favorite character from the book.
From those memories, I began to think of all the homeschool momma’s and this journal log was created, inspired by my children, of course.
In this reading log, children have full control over their overall summary of their preferred books, the sketches of their favorite character, the option to give their books a thumbs up or a thumbs down. There’s even a challenge page to see how many books can be read within a specific time frame, set by parents, of course.
If this is an adventure that your children would enjoy, I encourage you to have this reading log alongside their preferred books of choice.
I created this journal, inspired by my sister, for ALL dreamers. My sister is not just a dreamer but she can interpret some as well, Daniel 1:17.
Here this journal references 12 instances and/or Biblical figures who had dreams and encounters. Since their dreams were written down, why shouldn’t ours. Habakkuk 2:2-3
In hindsight, our dreams, just like the Biblical figures, are warnings, confirmations, and guidance.
Take 12 months and journal your dreams, the scenery, the smell, what you heard, the figures, your emotions, objects, time, and date. Seek God on interpretation. Genesis 40:8
I encourage dream journaling only because this is one of God’s ways of communication, but it is also a tool the enemy uses to gain access to our lives.
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I purchased these support cushions to uplift my couch, literally. My couch was brand new and I wasn’t convinced that the existing cushions were enough. There was nothing wrong with the cushions, I just preferred reinforcement. Hence where these foam cushions come into play. They have lifted the couch cushions to higher heights while also adding an attractive appearance. A bonus to purchasing these foam cushions is the curved arch design that offers support, firmness, durability, and comfort.
If you are in the market for a new couch, before you ditch your “old faithful”, renew your living space by adding these foam cushions to enhance the life of your couch. This is a simple yet affordable upgrade and/or transformation.
A grounding sheet is a bed sheet woven with conductive threads, typically made of silver fiber. This sheet connects via a cord to the ground port of a standard electrical outlet. No worries, it doesn’t use any electricity! It only uses the outlet’s ground wire to connect you directly to the earth.
Benefits? Grounding is thought to help neutralize positively charged free radicals, which are associated with pain & inflammation. Research is ongoing with the many benefits.
My Experience: I originally bought this grounding sheet for my husband because he had just had a spinal fusion. He refused to use it so it sat in the closet for months. That is, until I myself wanted to try it out. I had an ongoing pain in my side calf and knee. On night 1: the pain in my calf was gone. On night 2: I purposely slept with it again to be certain that that pain would not return. On night 3: I wrapped it around my knee. Now although the pain is still present, in my knee, this sheet definitely decreased the pain. Might I add, the sleep was phenomenally deep.
This sheet, accompanied with a lymphatic drainage massage could significantly reduce the pain associated with inflammation.
Disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Information and statements shown here are for educational and informational purposes only. Please do your own research.
This is a time stamp to remind myself and any other person that is going through the healing journey of forgiveness.
Listen, this is a subject that must be dealt with. As children of God we must forgive so that our Heavenly Father will forgive us.
Here’s a mental note: The hardest part was the offense and how it tore, shattered, and ripped to pieces my/your emotions.
So essentially, in hindsight, FORGIVENESS is the antidote to mitigate the cobwebs of unforgiveness. Unforgiveness is likened to cobwebs, if left unchecked, it will spread.
Here is a back to school favorite amongst teens and adults. Not only is it fashionable, because of the brand and color, but the design is formatted for multipurpose scenarios. Whether a travel-on companion, hiking a rugged trail, hauling school books, or just your daily commute to the office. This multifunctional backpack is not only spacious, ideal for carrying a laptop and/or iPad, but is also water-repellent.
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This journal gives you the leisure to document prayer requests, answered prayers, log dream occurrences, as well as take notes and reflections.
This is a small feat for some, but I celebrate every accomplishment whether BIG or small. Also to note that my daughter drew the picture cover.
Back story: God spoke during prayer for me to create a journal. The Prayer Watch Times, and interior is ALL from God. I can only get credit for being obedient. So in truth, God is the Author.
Grab a copy today and get to journaling. I for one am someone who likes to go back through a journal and see all the prayers that God answered.
April of 2024, me, my husband, and our 15 year old became a partner family with Habitat for Humanity to get our forever home built. This was a humbling journey, to say the least. I, being the introvert that I am, had to step out of my comfort zone and be present. God answered so many prayers throughout the process. I labeled this journey “Walking by Faith”.
What you see in this picture is a God aligned Labor of Love House. From building, construction, electrical, plumbing, cabinetry, landscaping, and everything in between was done by generous and selfless volunteers. We are immensely in awe of how God orchestrated the entire journey.
Now that we are in the home, it amazes me how a new space can spark creativity, and highlight resounding joy, and newfound peace.
In hindsight, Habitat for Humanity gave my family not just a home but peace, stability, and so many other benefits that we have yet to recognize.
Have you gotten involved with Habitat for Humanity in your community? Let me know in the comments….
Amazon Affiliate Program is an affiliate marketing program.
Anyone who owns any social media accounts, a blog, and/or a website can apply.
Once approved, (Yes, there is a process), you can immediately start advertising/sharing products/items from Amazon to your blog, website, or social media via your affiliate link.
If someone clicks on your link And make a purchase, you my friend will earn a commission.
This is a very basic awareness conversation about Amazon Associates program.
YouTube has a plethora of videos that not only explain the program more precisely but also provide step by step tutorials on how to apply if you choose to dive into affiliate marketing.
Or maybe you’re on the other side of the token and are already an associate. What are some tips and tricks that you could possibly pass along? How is your affiliate marketing journey going?
Testimony Time.
I, myself, am on my second attempt with Amazon Affiliate Program. I did not meet my approved referrals within the allotted time frame. Meaning…. People were looking and clicking, just not purchasing.
Black Cohosh is a woodland herb commonly known for its benefits to combat menopausal symptoms such as night sweats and hot flashes.
This herbal supplement can be taken in capsule and/or liquid form.
DISCLAIMER :. This is not medical advice. Information and statements shown here are for educational and informational purposes ONLY and are not to replace the advice of your healthcare professional.
The Happy Wife 