http://marriageleap.com Without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him. Hebrews 11:6 Sun, 15 Aug 2010 17:33:15 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en         I love this story that Chip MacGregor tells on his blog: "In 1919, a young man who had been injured in the war in Europe moved to Chicago, picking one particular neighborhood in order to be close to the noted author Sherwood Anderson. The young writer, impressed with the ... http://marriageleap.com/?p=264 My blog friend Courtney posted these notes from a talk by Sally Clarkson, a Christian author and speaker who homeschools her children. I loved some of her insightful comments about parenting: 1. Read great books to your children and introduce them to the best minds in the world. 2. Satan hates children. ... http://marriageleap.com/?p=263 Writing allows us the opportunity and privilege to record the minute details of our lives, to explore and redeem tragedy as well as reflect glory, and to express what we love, who we are and why our experiences are important. I love this quote by Natalie Goldberg:   “Our lives are at once ... http://marriageleap.com/?p=262 How do you define success in life? On his website, Christian literary agent Chip MacGregor has a thought-provoking blog on this topic. http://chipmacgregor.typepad.com/main/ He explains that from a market standpoint, most people define an author's success in two simple words: book sales. If you sell a ton of books, you're successful. But he goes on ... http://marriageleap.com/?p=261 I've spoken to several men and women recently who seem to be trudging dolefully through a tough stage in their lives and their marriages, as though they're dragging a ten-ton stone behind them. I understand completely. Our son, Evan, just turned one on July 6. Having him has been an unspeakable ... http://marriageleap.com/?p=260 I was inspired and encouraged by this recommendation for my developmental writing and editing services from author Dave Sterrett. I edited two books for him, both of which were published and one of which has become a Christian bestseller! Congratulations, Dave! “Marla Alupoaicei is one of the best writers and editors ... http://marriageleap.com/?p=259 As an author and speaker, I often cross paths with men and women who write and want to know some of the "tips and tricks" of the publishing trade. Thought I'd share some helpful advice here! 1) Know your subject. Do your research. Double-check your sources. Perform original interviews to gain ... http://marriageleap.com/?p=258 In November, I had the privilege of traveling to Little Rock to be interviewed by Dennis Rainey and Bob Lepine on the topic of intercultural marriage and my book, Your Intercultural Marriage: A Guide to a Healthy, Happy Relationship. I shared some juicy tidbits about the intriguing twists and turns ... http://marriageleap.com/?p=257 Today, I'd love to recommmend that you visit the website Women Living Well at http://www.womenlivingwell-courtney.blogspot.com/. I'm inspired by Courtney's energy as she invests her heart and her time into caring for her family and herself. She is one of the few people I've seen who really considers homemaking and caring ... http://marriageleap.com/?p=256 Several weeks ago on a Saturday, I received my copy of Mary DeMuth's memoir, Thin Places, from Zondervan Publishers. I had been anxiously awaiting this book since Mary is a personal friend and writing mentor of mine, and I've been so moved by the personal stories that she has shared at ... http://marriageleap.com/?p=255