Maybelle Crabtree here. You know I always thought I had good self-control. I mean I don’t drink, smoke, overeat, spend too much money, or cheat. Sounds pretty good, right? But I found out I was mistaking willpower for self-control. They are, in fact, two different things. For instance, willpower is derived from two Latin words which, together, means “to be able to wish or … [Read more...] about Self-Control or Willpower: Which is Better?
10 More Life Lessons I Learned as a Football Mom
Maybelle Crabtree here. Ten more lessons from football? Are you kidding me? No, I am not. I actually learned an additional TEN life lessons as a Football Mom. And if you haven't read my first Football Mom post click here. Hey, I was a Football Mom for six years of my life.. Heck, Holly was still in an infant seat when Matthew first began playing. She was the “mascot” for the … [Read more...] about 10 More Life Lessons I Learned as a Football Mom
Can a Bull in a China Shop Find Gentleness?
MayBelle Crabtree here. I have a question: can a bull in a china shop find gentleness and become as gentle as a lamb? To be exact, can I – someone who rushes recklessly head-long into situations without much forethought – become a touchy-feely, easygoing, and good-natured person who helps other people even when they have wronged me? I sure hope so. What Gentleness … [Read more...] about Can a Bull in a China Shop Find Gentleness?
You Are What You Wear – Fashion Counts
You Are What You Wear was a popular television show a few years back. Laurel and Holly watched the show every week. In short, a "fashion challenged" woman received a complete head-to-toe makeover - new hair style, make-up, clothes, everything - each week. This hapless woman then unveiled her new self to all the important people in her life at the end of the hour and they oohed … [Read more...] about You Are What You Wear – Fashion Counts
Faithfulness to God and Each Other
When Tom and I married, he stumbled over the word “faithful” in our wedding vows (to be my faithful husband). There were snickers from the guests in the pews and I, myself, had to hold my giggles. Almost every toast mentioned faithful and all of Tom’s friends teased him about his Freudian slip at the reception afterwards. To this day, it’s the one thing everyone remembers from … [Read more...] about Faithfulness to God and Each Other