Birthday Lunch and a Linky

It was Hubby's birthday on Monday! My mother-in-law met us for lunch on Sunday. My father-in-law is still in hospital, but he is getting better. We've been pet-sitting their miniature Schnauzer and you can see a pic of him in our living room on Instagram. *************************** Here's a peek at my latest poston 1camera1mom: The Scratch Patch in Simon's Town A family vacation back in 2017 ********************* My Latest Book Post: Heart of the Curiosity Cover Reveal! ********************* *** If you want to comment...

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Heart of the Curiosity Cover Reveal!

Heart of the Curiosity About the Book: Title: Heart of the Curiosity | Author: H.L. Burke | Publisher: Uncommon Universes Press | Pages: 240 | Genre: Steampunk Fantasy Book Description: The secret lies with the Heart. Born with a magical knack for manipulating emotions, Leodora's only dream is to ensure her talented little sister dances on the biggest, brightest stage in the Republic: The Curiosity, a grand old theater of tradition and innovation. After escaping a cruel carnival, Leo secures her sister a place in the...

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Mother's Day Flowers and Gifts with a Linky

On Mother's Day, I was spoiled by my husband and Amanda. They made a yummy breakfast beginning with a pretty fruit salad and then it was on to croissants with scrambled eggs and slices of gammon.  Both had gifts for me too. Amanda bought presents with her own money and also made a card, which you can see in the last photo. Our three big kids weren't with us, but we did visit with my in-laws. *************************** Here's a peek at my latest post on 1camera1mom: Simon's Town, Cape Town My kids:...

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My Book for Moms!

Happy Moms, Happy Homes Empowering Moms to Live in Victory by Christina Morley About the Book: Title: Happy Moms, Happy Homes | Author: Christina Morley | Pages: 174 | Genre: Christian Inspirational Book Description: Feeling Stressed-Out, Left-Out, or Maxed-Out? Don't Miss-Out! During times of stress, loneliness, financial difficulty, or whatever troubles life may bring, moms can still lead a victorious life in Christ. This book is sympathetic to moms and the challenges they face, offering tools to overcoming their obstacles....

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A Healthy Self-Esteem and Self-Image

A Healthy Self-Esteem and Self-Image By Christina Morley I have four children; three are adults and one is an adolescent. Being a parent, I have endeavored to give each child encouragement and praise as often as needed. In other words, I have tried to build up their self-esteem. I want them to be confident individuals and not inclined to compare themselves to others. Let me give you an example of a healthy self-esteem. When my youngest daughter, Amanda, was around 9 years old, I drove her to a friend’s birthday party. The mom...

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Wild Waves and a Linky

Here are some more photos of Britannia Bay taken over the long Easter weekend. I especially love the wild waves! Featured in these photos are Ziggy (the miniature Schnauzer), Amanda, and her big brother Jeremiah. *************************** Here's a peek at my latest post on 1camera1mom: Dramatic Skies and Seas Photos of Britannia Bay ********************* My Latest Book Reviews: Winter's Captive and Spring's Rising Follow Me on Instagram! View...

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