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How Do You Talk to Your Kids About the Coronavirus?

No one prepared you for parenting in a global pandemic! Your kids are out of school and probably asking questions like, “Why am I not allowed to go play with my friends?” and “Why can I not go to school and see my teachers?” Your first instinct may be to simply tell your kids that everything is going to be ok, but that may not be the right move. Dr. Josh and Christi Straub are… … Continue reading

The Marriage Tip You Need During Quarantine

“Why does he not see things the way I do?” This question rang in my head as I walked up and down my street. Step after step did not take me further from the selfish anger that seemed to float around me like a thick cloud. Marriage is one of the sweetest things I’ve ever known and yet at the same time can test me the most in hard moments. One of the best pieces… … Continue reading

Sunday School With CJ

Young, impressionable minds need spiritual guidance & since your kids can’t go to Sunday School anytime soon, I’ve decided to take matters into my own hands! I’m no expert on religious teachings, but as a father of 2 little girls, I do speak fluent kid… So I’m taking a crack at something I’ve never done before… Teaching! Welcome to SUNDAY SCHOOL WITH CJ.   4-12-20 (EASTER SUNDAY) https://youtu.be/qQ5B3iXcIk0   … Continue reading

Big Daddy Weave on How to Find Peace in the Midst of a Pandemic

Anxiety seems to be what most people are feeling these days as the coronavirus is spreading, but experiencing peace is possible! Mike from Big Daddy Weave is staying home and quarantining himself just like the rest of us. He breaks down the verses that he needs right now in Philippians 4: 5-6 and how following them is the perfect recipe for peace during this time!   Hear more from Big Daddy Weave in their latest… … Continue reading

Working From Home is Hard, But These 5 Tips Can Make it Better

Joy here and during this crazy coronavirus season, I am working from home as a precaution since I am pregnant and baby is coming soon! You might suddenly find yourself working from home too. Some personalities handle being at home all day better than others. If it is tough for you like it is for me, here are the tips that are getting me through! Get physically ready for the day as if you were… … Continue reading

Is the New Lemon Girl Scout Cookie Worth a Try?

The new “Lemon-Ups” have replaced Savannah Smiles as the lemon flavored cookie from the Girl Scouts this year. This cookie sports different inspirational phrases and is a crispy shortbread cookie. CJ and Joy do a taste test for you to help you decide if you should pick up a box this year or stick with your old favorites.   … Continue reading

Guess the Gender of Joy’s New Baby!

Vote on which gender you think Joy’s baby will be. Here are Joy’s ‘At Home Gender Test Results’ to help you make your guess: Baking Soda Test: combining baking soda and mother’s urine if it fizzes it means boy: BOY Acne Test: they say baby girls steal mother’s beauty: GIRL Cravings: sweet foods means a girl while salty equals a boy: BOY Chinese Gender Predictor: based on the ancient Chinese gender calendar: GIRL Ring Test:… … Continue reading