Happy Grandparents Day!

Sep10

Hey, tween girls! It’s another special day . . . National Grandparents Day!

Our grandparents are rather important, since without them, we wouldn’t be here! And so fun we have two sets of them, too! Although, some of you may also have step-grandparents, too 🙂

One of my grandmothers went to heaven the week I was born, but I loved hearing stories about her. And I have sweet memories of the others, especially family vacations together and holidays, too.

In my book, The Heart to Dance, Alexis has a close bond with her grandmother, Numsie, since they both love to dance. And since Numsie lives in Paris, the times they connect are special.

I’m hoping you’re close with your grandparents, too, and that you spend time with them today, honoring them, or maybe chatting on FaceTime. And if they’re no longer with you, how about reminiscing special times you had with them with your whole family, too!

Wishing you a Happy Grandparents Day, and have a sweet, fun day!

Happy Dad’s Day!

Jun18

Hey, tween girls! It’s Dad’s Day today! . . . that special day to celebrate your dad.

So what’s happening today? A picnic? Playing some golf? A day at the lake?

While you’re celebrating, how about telling him how special he is and all that he does for you. He’ll be sure to love that! And if he’s no longer with you, let sweet memories and your Heavenly Father be a comfort to you.

So Happy Dad’s Day to all of you! And hoping your day’s filled with laughter and fun!

It’s Mother’s Day!

May14

Hey, tween girls . . . it’s Mom’s Day today! A day you especially honor her even though I hope you do everyday! What do you have going? A picnic or barbeque or some fun in the sun? Whatever it is, I’m sure it’ll be great!

As you honor her, how about telling her all the things she’s done for you and still does for you, too . . . or sharing a first memory with her, too. One of mine is nestling close to my mom while she talked on the phone, and she’d wrap a lock of my hair around her finger and twirl it. I just loved that and still love that memory, too! How about you?

So Happy Mother’s Day to all of you, and may it be a sweet, special day filled with lots of love and hugs!

Mother and Daughter Hugging on a Chair

Yay for National Pet Day!

Apr11

Hi, tween girls and especially pet lovers . . . Let’s celebrate! It’s National Pet Day today!

For those who have pets, what kind is yours? A dog? Cat? Turtle? Or rat?! There are so many kinds! And maybe you have quite a few!

Maybe you’ve had one your whole life or even just got one yesterday. Whatever the case, pets are sure fun and making special memories with them, maybe even when they get in trouble! And they’re sure to be treasured once they’ve gone to pet heaven, too.

So what memories do you have? I’ll share a few of mine . . .

I was in the 1st grade when I got up in the middle of the night to use the bathroom in our newly built home, when I saw a tail in the bathtub . . . a mouse tail! Yikes! It woke me up fast. So we soon got a cat and named her Rummy for her rum-colored coat. I remember she’d always pounce on my bed when I was in it, which I didn’t like, but when I wasn’t feeling well she didn’t do that and continued laying by my side . . . wow . . . I loved that! How she just must have known.

Another memory is when Rummy had kittens. We didn’t see it all happen, but once it did, we discovered five little kittens snuggled in a small cast iron frying pan in the basement on the laundry room floor. So sweet and a perfect spot!

Genesis 2:19 tells how God created every animal. He thought of everything, didn’t He?! They are all so unique!

I’d love hearing your stories . . .

So Happy National Pet Day to you! And it’s a must that you celebrate, doing something special with your pet that’s out-of-the-box fun, and then tell us about it. How about posting a pic of it, too?!

It’s Spring!

Mar16

Hey, tween girls . . . It’s spring! When days get longer before it becomes night, when new buds start popping up, and flowers and trees that were dormant start coming back to life!

I love the four seasons . . . Don’t you? It’d sure be rough in the African desert or Antarctica with the same season all year . . .!!

Isaiah 43:19 says, “See, I am doing a new thing!” Like the start of a new season, God’s into new things, too!

So how about jumping into a new thing . . . something you’ve always wanted to do or trying something new! Or what dream did you once have you’d like to see come back to life? Maybe it’s going on a fun adventure hike, or conjuring up some new yummy treats, or starting a fun book club with your friends . . .

Did you know it’s God who puts those dreams in your heart? How about finding a cozy spot to think about it, and He’ll help you discover it, and once you do . . .

Happy Spring to you, too!!!

Happy 4th!

Jul4

It’s July 4th! The day that the colonists declared freedom from Great Britain . . . And a day of celebration and fireworks ever since!

Speaking of freedom, did you know that God wants you free? That is, free to be you?! Psalm 37:4 says, “Delight thyself in the Lord and He shall give you the desires of your heart.” Wow!!! I LOVE that verse! That God wants to give you those dreams in your heart, because He’s the one who put them there! I love that, don’t you??!! And that it makes you, YOU!!!

So what is your dream??? Do you love singing? Riding horses? Or dancing onstage? Or maybe you love cooking and conjuring up fun dishes and even dream of having your own restaurant someday . . . Whatever it is, just know it can happen, and you can trust Him to bring it about!!

In the meantime, Happy 4th to you, and keep dreaming, and be free to be YOU!

It’s Dad’s Day!

Jun19

So Father’s Day is here! Another day of celebrating all those dads out there and especially your dad, too! What are your plans? Maybe a bike ride or picnic or off to a fun ballgame? Whatever you’re doing, it’s sure to be great! And how about thinking of all those things you love about him and telling him, too.

May it be a sweet day of loving on him with lots of laughter and fun! And if he’s no longer with you, may you remember those special memories. Happy Father’s Day to all of you!

Happy Mother’s Day!

May8

Hey, tween girls . . . It’s Mother’s Day! Yay! That special day to celebrate her for ALL that she is . . . for always being there for you, and helping you, and just loving you!

So what are your plans??? A special dinner or bar-b-que on the deck or a fun trip to the zoo?

Whatever you’re doing, she’s sure to LOVE it, and I’m sure you will, too!

And if your mom’s already in heaven, may your treasure those sweet memories of her!

Hoping your Mother’s Day is the absolute BEST, filled with tons of hugs and fun!

Happy Easter to you!

Apr15

Hey, tween girls!

Having a rough day??? Jesus did, too. But a lot can happen in three days. Good Friday’s the day He was nailed to the cross, but look what happened three days after that! “He is risen!” Matthew 28:6.

So the next time your day’s not going great, turn it over to God and trust Him and watch what He’ll do . . .

In the meantime, Happy Easter! And maybe enjoy a few Easter candies, too!

Happy Father’s Day!

Jun20

It’s Father’s Day, yay!! So what plans do you have going???

Hoping your day’s amazingly fun, celebrating all the ways that your dad is special! And if he’s no longer with you, may you treasure sweet memories, remembering that your Heavenly Father is always with you and loves you and always will!

So have a fun, happy day, and let the celebration begin!!!