Let all of us come together in prayer for Haiti and its citizens. An earthquake has brought focus to a country that has been in dire straits for some time. There is power in prayer so let us tap into that power together so that many will be rescued, the country will be rebuilt, and healing will come to the nation.

As the new decade begins to unfold, let us do things differently with a different focus and purpose. Let us move from self-centered, self consumed thoughts and actions and turn our attention to the things that matter most to our Lord: Being generous, sharing, and caring about those who have less than we do. Less is not limited to things, shelter, food, or water although they are important. Less includes those who do not know about God's unfailing, unending love. It includes those who have lived… Continue

Bless us, this year wiith quietness of mind-
Teach us to be patient and always to be kind.
Show us that in quietness we can feel Your presence near,
Filling us with joy and peace throughout the coming year.
by Helen Steiner Rice
Thinking of you and wishing you a happy New Year.

I'm starting a personal campaign begining January 1, 2010 to be "BROKE NO MORE!" and I encourage you to do the same! But when you do, be sure to teach someone else, especially the children, how to as well!

Step one on our journey...develop your budget! List your monthly income and your expenses. Don't forget to factor in donations and a little "mad money" for yourself. If you need a budget worksheet, Google it or create your own. In order for this to work, you've gotta STICK TO IT! Do not devia… Continue

According to recent single parent statistics, there are more than 13 million single parent households in the United States. And when you mention single parents, one of the first things many think about is child support!

With the growth of the internet and entertainment/gossip websites and tv programs, we know much more about celebrities' and public figures' lives. And their child support situation is always a hot topic with us.

I'm not sure what the actual stats are, but I do know a lot of sin… Continue