Carving out time for stillness and quiet reflection requires intentionality. Myriad must-do’s flood our minds, so making room for contemplation of blessings, prayer, praise, and reflection comes only with a willingness to make it a priority.
Finding the Fun
Adding fun back into your life doesn’t start someday—it starts now.
Don’t wait. When inspiration nudges you, act on it. Time is ticking, and if you woke up this morning, God still has plans for you—good ones, prepared in advance for you to do. Having fun is often the byproduct of living fully, intentionally, and for His glory.
Miracle Marriage Makeover: How God Sparked a New Mission to Rebuild Love, Connection & Faith
I can’t wait to share the exciting news. After 5+ years I am rebranding my podcast. I will no longer be calling my podcast “Mornings with Monette.” I have loved each and every week, talking to you about different topics, with my main focus on personal development and self-improvement from a biblical perspective. I feel my…
Doing the Most Good
As I was walking into the grocery store a few days ago, my heart warmed when I saw a Salvation Army red kettle and bell ringer out front ringing away. I scrambled to quickly dig into my purse to find a couple of dollars to drop in the bucket. It felt good. The Salvation Army’s…
Five Essentials Every Woman Over 60 Needs Before Making Her Next Big Decision
Because wisdom grows when we decide with eternity in mind. If life were a store, would you be proud of what’s in your cart? Or would you feel the weight of impulsive purchases, emotional spending, and a few items you wish you’d never bought in the first place? It’s a sobering question. And one that…
Is A Healthier And Delicious Thanksgiving Possible?
The holiday season is upon us, and you know what that means … food, food, and more food!! They say the average Thanksgiving meal consists of over 2,500 calories and can go up to well over 4,000. Cutting a few calories here and there is easy with my “Holiday Deliciousness” cookbook (request cookbook here). In this…
Stay In Your Own Lane (Especially at Thanksgiving!)
We’re rolling into Thanksgiving, and along with the turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie, most of us will also have a big helping of … family. Kids home from college, grown children and their spouses, grandbabies toddling around, siblings dropping in—for many of us, it’s a full-on family reunion. And let’s be real: the holidays bring…
The Secret to Emotional Mastery to Shift Your Mindset
By consistently focusing on self-awareness, self-regulation, and social skills, we can develop the emotional maturity that reflects Christ-like character. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, we can steadily improve our emotional intelligence over time.
A Seat at the Table
In these days prior to the holidays, my feelings and emotions are a swirling jumble, some, I can’t even assign words. There is a longing, a missing that cannot fully be expressed. But amid the abundant memories and emotions is gratitude for God’s gracious mercy and peace.
Your Body, God’s Temple: How I Found New Energy After 60 (Without Diets, Guilt, or Gym Memberships)
Not long after I turned 60. I started asking deeper questions—not just about how I looked, but about how I felt. Was I moving through life with strength? Could I walk without aching? Could I keep up with my grandkids—or even my own calling?