My Father's Rice and Beans
Rice and beans meant home to my dad. Here's my story of how home is where you decide to make it.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Nov 10, 2021
- 3 min
What's Your Idea of a Beautiful Feast?
Recently I was overwhelmed by a lavish feast in the mountains. It. reminded me how God wants to bless us, but we have to be ready.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Nov 3, 2021
- 1 min
Feast - 10 Ideas on Ordinary Feasting
November is the perfect month to consider how we gather around the table. Here are 10 simple ideas for everyday feasting.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Oct 27, 2021
- 3 min
One Great Question to Transform Your Day
Could one question really change your day? Maybe. It's a fun experiment to try out. Here's my story of the day-changer question.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Oct 20, 2021
- 1 min
The Power of Homeschooling with Cara McLauchlan
What a privilege to be featured on The Walkshow with Walker Neer as we discuss, "The Power of Homeschooling."
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Cara McLauchlan
- Oct 13, 2021
- 3 min
Today's Most Important Thing - The Daily Meal
The daily meal is our chance to celebrate the sacred and the ordinary. How using the good China reminds me to celebrate family every day.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Oct 6, 2021
- 3 min
What I’m Learning About Living Well
How a chance encounter at a tailgate reminded me to live. A story about Jenny who changed my mind about how we view our days.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Sep 29, 2021
- 5 min
Ending the Homecoming Queen Habit
I always wanted to be the Homecoming Queen. Even though it never happened, here's my story of quitting the approval contest for good.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Sep 22, 2021
- 4 min
What to Do When Hurricanes of the Heart Strike
When storms come, I know how to prepare. But what do I do for personal storms? Here are 3 ideas on handling storms of the heart.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Sep 15, 2021
- 3 min
3 Ideas on Making Your Home a True Refuge
Creating a true refuge is more than a home's decor. Here are three ideas for considering the soul of your sanctuary.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Sep 8, 2021
- 0 min
Favorite Fall Things
My 15 favorite fall things. I hope it inspires you to make your own list to enjoy the season.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Sep 8, 2021
- 3 min
Beginning
Encouragement for homeschooling parents as you begin the new year. In a nutshell, be all in.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Sep 1, 2021
- 3 min
The Simple But Lovely Act of Checking In
Our healthcare workers desperately need your encouragement. Here are a few simple ways to share the love.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Aug 25, 2021
- 3 min
The Very Best Back-to-School Advice
The back-to-school season inspired me to share my best advice as my son headed out. It turns out, the best advice is no advice: just love.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Aug 18, 2021
- 2 min
My Summer Greatest Hits Album
What were your best memories this summer? It's a great time to take stock of your summer season before it's gone.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Aug 11, 2021
- 2 min
Doing Brave Things – Even When They Feel Small
Sometimes brave looks like climbing a mountain and sometimes not. Here's my story about being brave with a tiny thing - being on a podcast.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Aug 5, 2021
- 3 min
Designing Future You
What will your life look in 10 years? A quick encouragement to practice future you after homeschooling is over.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Jul 29, 2021
- 4 min
Who's In Your Circle?
How a fierce tribe of women allowed me to see more beauty in my days.
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Cara McLauchlan
- Jul 21, 2021
- 1 min
Lessons from the Birdsong
Featured excerpt from The Joyful Life Magazine Photo by Jan Huber on Unsplash What is it like to truly hear God’s voice? Is it audible?...
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Cara McLauchlan
- Jul 15, 2021
- 4 min
The Case for Becoming More Adventurous
3 Thoughts on Combatting an Ordinary Life
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