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The Truth Behind Cancel Culture
I know it seems like everyone is talking about cancel culture. Cancel this. Cancel that. Don’t cancel. Stop canceling. Cancel culture has become so big that it is actually now in the dictionary. At least it is on Dictionary.com. (Do… Continue reading
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4 Ways To Beat An Ugly Day
You know those days when your jeans fit uncomfortably tight? Those days when you wake up with yet another pimple even though you’re almost 40 and should be long past acne? Those days when you can’t get your hair to… Continue reading
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10 Commandments for KIDS Fighting Fairly
When I was engaged someone gave us a sheet with 10 Commandments for Fighting Fairly. Sixteen years and some stains and wrinkles later, the sheet is still on our fridge. Every time I want to hold on to my anger,… Continue reading
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The God of Kelp
Kelp, also known as brown seaweed, or the kind-of-nasty stuff that gets stuck all over your feet at the beach, does not initially strike me as fascinating. That’s probably why I was surprised to find an entire exhibit dedicated to,… Continue reading
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It’s Bedtime – A Poem
Developing good sleeping habits in my kids has been a priority in our parenting. Everyone has something right? For me, it’s sleep. I’m convinced I can be a better mom and my kids behave best when they are well rested… Continue reading
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The God Who Loves Us Enough to Drag Us Out of Trouble
We need saving. God in his mercy is willing to take us by the hand and lead us to safety. Continue reading
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When You Feel Like the Wicked Witch of the Westside of Your Home
It was a Saturday and the day had been going fairly well. Weather was nice. There wasn’t a lot to do and the kids and I had spent most of the day together. Nothing about that day seemed like dinner… Continue reading
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5 Ways to Manage Parenting While Working From Home
I still remember. It was a week before Spring Break. Classes canceled. Kids running out of school going bananas, thrilled about an extra week off of school. Parents stunned, yet still able to offer an uncertain chuckle. We had no… Continue reading
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Twenty in 2020 Gratitude List
I feel bad for 2021 really. So much pressure and expectation. 2020 had that kind of effect on us. It left us desperate for something more. I’ve decided, however, to look to 2021 with more than just a desperate hope.… Continue reading
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Hi and Welcome!
My name is Karina Hall, but growing up my family affectionately called me Kari. (Try rolling the ”r’ when you say it… That’s it.) I was born and raised in sunny Southern California and have no plans of leaving. Who… Continue reading
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