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Keep Communication Lines OPEN! By Cindy Rushton

When my children became pre-teens, my husband and I were talking about what we needed to do to capture their hearts and KEEP their hearts during the teen and young adult years. We have always wanted to have our children’s hearts softened toward us and close to us. When they open their hearts to us and keep them open, we can minister to their hearts and disciple them up for the glory of God.

As Harold and I were looking at how to capture and KEEP their hearts through the teen and young adult years, Harold said something that forever changed ALL of my relationships–with the children, with my friends, and WITH HIM! He said that we needed to do what it takes to “KEEP THEM TALKING.”

Think about that.

It is sooo important! It worked! The kids may have disagreed with us from time to time. They may have been confused about why we do what we do. They may have thought we were crazy or OLD from time to time. And, yes, there were many, many times along the way that we did not understand them either. Even since they have been adults, there have been many decisions that they have made that we have not liked. But, through it all, this one thing has worked–keeping them talking! It has kept us close. It has pushed past disagreements. It has kept an atmosphere of mutual respect, honor, and unconditional love. It is soooo important!

And, in nothing could it be MORE important than in our marriages. If we want to build a passionate, forever, happier-and-happier-ever-after marriage, Read the story »

A Question about the Notebooking Book…

Hello,

I have a question about the Notebooking (Yes! You Can…) e-book. Is this only available as an e-book? Also, does the sale price at your on-line store ($15) include the Companion CD? Thank you!

Sheila B.

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FROM CINDY…
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Hi!

Super questions! I am happy to help!

Yes, all of our resources are only available in digital formats–ebooks, audios, videos.

Yes, this ebook includes the entire book, Companion CD(all online), and a bonus audio workshop. It is a super deal at the half-off sale page. You will LOVE it!

Hope this helps. If you need any more help, just drop me an email!

Love,
Cindy

Ready for a Year that Counts???

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Hello Sweet Friends!

Ready for a big, big week? Oh! We are hopping around here! I suspect that you may want to join us for some fun things that we have going on!

Before I dig in and give you our weekly update, I want to tell you how much I have MISSED YOU! I took off the whole month of January to work behind the scenes on some of my projects. Oh! I am busting at the seams to tell you all about all of the things on the horizon! Actually, everything kicks off this week!

First, our ezines are all back up and going strong. Actually, this week, I am combining all of them and giving one mini-ebook that I think is great for all of you. It is written along my personal theme for this year, A YEAR THAT COUNTS! Want that? Oh, you will LOVE this ebook. Here is the link:

Download A YEAR THAT COUNTS by PDF: Read the story »

MOMMY HOMEWORK: A Year that Counts!

Wondering what Mommy Homework is??? Each week you will have an “assignment” here to share in our comments here on this site. You will love this-both sharing AND enjoying answers by others. Some of them, I compile into an ebook (contributors can resell as a product of their own–be sure to submit your email and full name when you register so I can credit you appropriately!).

The result is AWESOME!

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NEW ONLINE STUDY! Becoming a Proverbs 31 Woman! (FREE!)

Ready for a SUPER study? I have SUPER news for you!

Today we kick off our study through Cindy’s newest online class, Becoming a Proverbs 31 Woman. Mom-to-Mom Radio Show will feature this entire study FREE! Yep! You read right! COMPLETELY FREE! You can join us live AND download for free! Can’t beat that, huh?

Each week, we will cover a different topic as we study through Proverbs 31. This week join us as we dig into the study and learn about how to become VIRTUOUS. Don’t miss this one! This topic will fire you up!

Join Us Live Online:
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/Mom-to-Mom-Radio-Show

Want to hear a few past shows?
Listen to them on our website:http://www.MomtoMomRadioShow.com

The Proposal!

We had an amazing weekend last weekend. I just MUST spill!

We had the kids home for the weekend. Most of you know that I have an empty nest–well, except for beloved puppy dogs who are promising me that they will not ever, ever grow up!

It is SUCH a treat to have the kids home and around. I love making memories. This weekend, we made a memory that I don’t think ANY of us will ever forget: Matthew proposed to Whitney. It was one of my most precious memories ever!

I think it is better for you guys to “join” us by video to “be there” with us. How about it? Well, here we go… Read the story »

Stew That Chicken Slow

Is it cold and snowy today for you too? Or, cold and rainy? Or, just cold? ha! Pull out that crock pot and give this yummy recipe a try. It is perfect for days like today!

What You Need:

2 lb. chicken breast, boneless, skinless and cut in cubes
2 (14.5 oz) cans chicken broth
3 lg. potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 lg. onion, chopped Read the story »