Midwest Charm with Anna

Joy

Celebrating Joy

I just finished reading a beautiful book written by Shauna Niequist titled Cold Tangerines. The book is a beautiful collection of stories that focus in on celebrating the joy in everyday life. I’ve always held joy to a higher standard than happiness. Certainly happiness is good! In fact, I think that to be happy and …

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Little Loves

But Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me. Don’t stop them. You must love God like a little child if you want to enter heaven.” Matthew 19:13-15 Since I started this blog (nearly two years ago), I’ve wanted to share this video. I’ve been waiting for the right moment and I think I’ve …

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Celebrating the 100th Post

Romans 12:12 says, “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” I can’t think of a more fitting verse for my 100th post! As you might recall from previous posts, I’ve mentioned that I started this blog when I was a bit down, going through some tough times. I wanted an outlet, a space to write and a place to put my many thoughts. Since the beginning, this blog has surpassed all expectations. Not only has it had the opportunity to reach many, it has…
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