Category Archives: Blogging

THE HARDEST THING ABOUT BEING A MOTHER

Posted on February 24, 2017 by Noelene

One of the hardest things for me as a mother is the fact that I sometimes struggle to not allow my children’s attitudes to rob me of my own joy of living. Their times of moodiness, their fighting, their lack of showing … Continue reading →

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LOVE IS NOT A FEELING: MAKING A MARRIAGE LAST

Posted on February 22, 2017 by Noelene

It never ceases to amaze me just how fickle my feelings can be in my marriage! One moment, I can be looking at my husband and feel so in love with him, so at peace and the thought goes through … Continue reading →

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HOW EASILY WE FALL FROM GRACE IN OUR CHILDRENS EYES

Posted on February 20, 2017 by Noelene

I am, and always have been, a firm believer in the following verse “But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in … Continue reading →

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HOW CAN YOU PROMISE YOUR CHILD YOU WILL NEVER GET DIVORCED?

Posted on February 17, 2017 by Noelene

My mother and step-father got divorced after almost 29 years of marriage. She was 79 and he was 81 years old! I had organised with the Sheriff of the Court to meet him at the retirement home where my mom … Continue reading →

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WHEN WE BLOW IT!

Posted on January 4, 2017 by Noelene

“If you have failed and you are filled with despair, with no idea where to turn for inspiration and strength, remember then the compassion of Jesus.  In the power of His love He encourages you to persevere and to rebuild … Continue reading →

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“GOD’S PROMISE FOR FAMILIES”

Posted on December 25, 2016 by Noelene

The writing of the book “God’s Promise for Families” brought immense healing to my life.  It was written over a period of 12 years and initially started off as a journal. I have a friend who is a Narrative Therapist … Continue reading →

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LIBERTY

Posted on December 22, 2016 by Noelene

Two of the Biblical definitions for GRACE is “the attitude of God toward men” and “the liberty that God gives men”. Liberty is the ‘state of being free‘. God’s grace causes us to be free from the chains that had … Continue reading →

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EXPECTATION AND FAITH!

Posted on December 15, 2016 by Noelene

In a few weeks’ time, I will be turning fifty-two years old – I will have lived on this earth for half a century and two years.  As I reflect on the past twelve years I realize how much I … Continue reading →

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MARRIAGE IS NO FAIRY TALE!

Posted on December 14, 2016 by Noelene

Marriage is hard work. It is challenging. It is all about compromise and making an effort to live with another human being. Marriage is difficult. A friend of mine posted the following on her Facebook page: It doesn’t bother me … Continue reading →

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AN AUTHOR’S HEART REJOICES

Posted on December 5, 2016 by Noelene

Few things bring more joy to an author’s heart than to receive a message and photograph like below! “Finally got mine yesterday from my office mate. I’m so excited. You are an awesome author. May God bless you. I’m still … Continue reading →

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