TWO MONTHS

 60 days

1440 hours

86400 minutes

Today marks two months since you left us, and not a moment passes without the ache of your absence. My dear sister, you were more than just family; you were my confidant, my partner in mischief, and my unwavering support. The world feels dimmer without your radiant smile and infectious laughter.

I think back to all our cherished moments—those late-night talks filled with dreams and secrets, the silly inside jokes that only we understood, and the countless times you lifted me up when I was down. You had a way of making the ordinary feel extraordinary, and your kindness touched everyone you met. Your compassion was a light in this world, and I see traces of it in everyone you inspired.

Each day without you is a reminder of the love we shared. I carry your spirit with me, and in those quiet moments, I can almost hear your voice urging me to keep going, to find joy even in the pain. I am learning to navigate life without you, holding onto the lessons you taught me about resilience and love.

Though you are in heaven, I know you’re watching over us, guiding us with your gentle spirit. I promise to honor you by living my life fully, embracing the beauty of each day, just as you did. I’ll share your stories, laugh at our memories, and keep your legacy alive in my heart.

Thank you for being the incredible sister you were. I miss you more than words can express, but I find comfort in knowing that our bond can never be broken. Until we meet again, I will love you always.

Life in Christ Bible MIN

I have wanted a study bible for so long, so when I was offered this one for a review, I was so excited.  I had it sitting on my table in the living room and even my husband wanted it.  It is a great study bible.

God has a purpose for your life in this moment. You have a part to play in what He is doing in the world. But knowing why you are here starts with knowing who God says you are. #LifeInChristBibleMIN invites you to embrace your identity and purpose as you:

• Discover why you matter-not because of anything you do, but because you are made in the image of God.

• Explore how the gospel of Jesus Christ makes you a new person.

• Learn how who God says you are changes how you think, speak, work, and move through the world.

Embrace your purpose as you discover why you matter, how the Gospel makes you a new person, and learn how that changes the way you think, speak, work, and move through the world.

• Order your copy of The Life in Christ Bible today

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Gardening Is Art, Too: How the Rainbow Brings Color To Your Backyard

 Gardening is more than simply planting plants, it is an art that allows you to bring an explosion of colors right into your own backyard. See yourself walking into your garden and being welcomed by a living rainbow, an harmonious mixture of flowers that recreate nature's most vibrant show. With enough creativity and knowledge about gardening techniques, an ordinary plot of land can become an explosion of color with ease. Let's look at how to design one so as to capture its brilliance for maximum effect in terms of design principles and bring an explosion of colors right into our outdoor spaces.

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Crafting the Canvas: Choosing Your Plants

Your rainbow garden starts by carefully selecting plants to fill its spectrum of hues. Consider perennials and annuals that cover red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet shades. Poppies and tulips can bring vibrant red hues while marigolds, daylilies and calendula add bright touches of orange and yellow. Hostas and ferns give lush green hues. Delphiniums bring vibrant blue tones to the scene. Violets add finishing touches of brilliance that completes its palette. Each plant brings something special as each adds its own brilliance, providing an array of vibrant color combinations.

Adding Calibrachoa Cabaret to Your Garden Design

This vibrant perennial is sure to add vibrancy and shine in your rainbow garden design. Owing to their many trumpet-shaped blooms, these plants boast an extensive palette of hues that can easily integrate with the color scheme of any garden. Calibrachoa Cabaret provides vibrant hues that range from deep magentas and vibrant pinks, through vibrant yellows to more subdued tones, that help complete your spectrum. "Midnight Kiss" Calibrachoa Cabaret flowers feature dramatic deep red-purple blooms that bring depth to any garden's color scheme. Not only are these beauties beautiful to look at, their low maintenance needs make them great additions for hanging baskets or containers. Calibrachoa Cabaret can add a dynamic layer to any garden design, creating a striking display of colors with elegant movement and beauty. Consider including this plant to increase aesthetic appeal while further creating the overall color story you envision for your outdoor space.

Implementing Color Theory into Your Garden Design

In addition to choosing plants with appropriate colors, it's also important to pay attention to how these hues are distributed within your garden design. Applying basic color theory principles can help create an aesthetically pleasing layout. Here are some tips for applying this theory:

• Start with a focal point: Select one color as the star of your garden, and add complementary hues around it to round out its effect.

• Use a color wheel: To effectively combine colors, the color wheel can be an invaluable resource. Use analogous (those near each other on the wheel) or complementary colors (opposite each other on the wheel) combinations for a harmonious effect.

• Explore different textures: Don't restrict yourself to flowers alone. Consider including plants with varied textures like grasses and succulents to add depth and interest to your design.

• Consider your garden's atmosphere: Different colors can evoke different emotions, so think carefully about what overall atmosphere you want your garden to convey. Warm colors such as reds and oranges may evoke lively energy while cooler tones like blues and purples may promote relaxation and serenity.

• Be adventurous: One of the greatest benefits of gardening is that it's always changing and evolving, so don't be shy about experimenting with various color combinations and seeing which works best in your space. You might be amazed at how certain hues complement one another in unexpected ways.

Designing with Dimension: Layering and Layout

Achieving a rainbow effect in your garden takes more than just splashes of color, it requires thoughtful layering and layout. Think of your garden as a three-dimensional canvas, taller plants such as sunflowers and hollyhocks provide the backdrop while mid-height species like coneflowers and zinnias make good midground plants, while pansies and violets fit nicely in the foreground. Careful placement ensures blooms stand out at their best, creating an arch effect similar to an arching of rainbow.

Outfitting with Accents: Hardscaping in Harmony

A rainbow garden isn't solely about its plant life, hardscape plays an important supporting role. From pathways paved with vibrant stones, colorful garden art, or painted fences, hardscaping serves to reflect and amplify its vibrant living colors while adding structural interest and visual anchors throughout. Think seating arrangements that beckon visitors into its colorful splendor as well as hardscaping's visual anchors throughout.

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Conclusion

Constructing a rainbow garden is more than aesthetic, it's a celebration of nature's endless creative spirit. By carefully selecting plants, designing layers, adding accents and planning for year-round color, you can craft an entrancing space that dazzles in every dimension. So go ahead and add some rainbow magic into your backyard, and let nature's rainbow colors fill your days. A garden filled with vibrant colors is more than a visual treat, it soothes both mind and soul.

God's Not Dead 2

I started watching this movie on a work night and I was to late going to bed because I couldn't turn it off, it is so good. 

Amid political and spiritual turmoil, Reverend David Hill steps up to run for Congress after an incumbent's sudden death. Battling against Peter Kane, who aims to erase religion from policy, David's fight becomes a beacon of hope and optimism for people seeking moral leadership in a divided world. These compelling statistics should motivate people of faith to understand the significant influence of their collective voices and the critical importance of participating in this election year. In the past two election cycles, woke politics and cancel culture have discouraged the faith base from taking a stronger stance and voting. However, we are now starting to see this trend reverse.

We are not canceling woke; we're reclaiming OUR freedom to express OUR faith without fear of scrutiny. Our goal is simple: to reach as many unregistered Christian voters as possible to ensure our values are represented this election cycle.

God's Not Dead' is the Most Successful Faith Franchise of All Time.  This film is more crucial than ever, especially during this election year. Be part of the conversation that’s igniting hearts and minds everywhere. 

This is more than a movie; it's a movement.  Most importantly, this film that demonstrates Christians should be optimistic, excited, and hopeful about the future. Pastor Dave reminds us that we have the greatest blessing in that we are children of the Living God, and as Americans, the greatest title in the world: citizens of the United States of America. Our focus in making this film is that all of us have the same characteristics and attributes of Pastor Dave because we have the Spirit of Christ leading and guiding us to be His light in darkness.

Don't miss your chance to witness the inspirational and powerful story of "God's Not Dead: In God We Trust"! Experience the faith, hope, and triumph of this must-see film and be moved by the message to stand up and be heard in the public square.

Pastor Dave reminds us that we have the greatest blessing in that we are children of the Living God, and as Americans, the greatest title in the world: citizens of the United States of America. The film is engaging with a captivating story and has a renowned cast that keeps the whole family entertained allowing families and friends to discuss how to engage in this current political climate with courage. Most importantly, this film that demonstrates Christians should be optimistic, excited, and hopeful about the future.

The film stars David A. R. White (GOD’S NOT DEAD, Evening Shade), Isaiah Washing-ton (Grey’s Anatomy) Dean Cain (Lois & Clark), Samaire Armstrong, (The O.C.), Ray Wise (ROBO COP), Scott Baio (Happy Days), Charlene Tilton (Dallas), with guest appearances by Governor Mike Huckabee and Newsboys.

#InGodWeTrustMIN: In God We Trust is in theaters Sept. 12th in association with Great American Pure Flix and Fathom

This film is uplifting and relevant just like Mr. Smith Goes to Washington was 85 years ago in that Pastor Dave approaches politics with moral courage, loves his country, stands up to corruption, and represents the principles that made America great and continue to make America great.

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Jean’s interview w/ female lead, Samaire Armstrong: Link 

• Buy tickets today to see God’s Not Dead: In God We Trust in theaters starting September 12th!

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