Ways we show our kids they are valued

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  Everyone wants to be valued, to be loved, to be cared for, to know that they're something of importance. As my hubby and I talked we were able to share different moments, times and stories of things that we have done as a family to show each other value.
  Our hope is that when the world begins to press in and maybe not value our kids as we do, they will remember the times, the moments and the conversations that we have shown them value. Hopefully, that will be enough to carry them through knowing that my hubby and I created a home environment where our kids are loved, valued, and cherished.

16 Top Tips from Blogging Experts for Beginners

I've heard blogging referred to a couple of times recently as a mixture between an art and a science. If this is true (and I think it is), there’s no ‘right way’ to approach blogging if you want to be successful. There are plenty of people who’ve done a great job of it though, and I thought it would be useful to learn from them.
These 16 bloggers shared one important tip each for blogging beginners. No doubt, even if you’re not a beginner these tips will probably prove to be useful.

20 things you need to consider when writing your next blog post:

Content marketing, one of the more misunderstood off shoots, is as tricky as it is simple.
What’s so tricky about it, you ask? It’s just writing…
No. Not everyone can write something that speaks to their readers and prompts them to like/follow you on social media.
You are not writing high-school papers. You’re writing to an audience significantly larger than your bored college professor. You want them enthralled with your work. Unlike your professor, this audience can (and will) haul themselves off your website faster than you can say ‘Audience Engagement’ if they don’t find you interesting enough.
My point is simple and obvious: If you really want to make your content more inviting, engaging and user-friendly, you have to beat your articles into shape.
Content marketing can enhance your online visibility and generate leads for you within a short time span – But you need to get it right.
Let’s get this show on the road then, here are 20 things you need to consider when writing your next blog post:

YOU ARE NOT PERFECT NEITHER YOUR BLOG

I haven’t written a blog post in 1months, guys.

And I know that everyone who is anyone says that I shouldn’t mention that in case you didn’t notice…

But I’m going to anyway, because even though it brings me further away from my editorial calendar, even though it’s not according to the plan, and even though it will cause you to notice my imperfections?

MY PRAYERS FOR YOU EVERY TIME

No matter what is causing the hurt in your life, here is my prayer to help you through it.

• I've always felt a strong connection to the broken. It's why I became a social worker. For as long as I can remember I have felt a pull toward helping and encouraging others.
  As a broken, messy warrior myself, I often question my ability to do that. I doubt my capacity to reach anyone or be an encouragement to anyone else when I am such a grunge myself. But what God has shown me is that I don't have to be the light. I simply need to be a vessel for the light to shine through.
  
  My heart stays heavy for the millions of broken and hurting people. People going through similar pains as me, and people going through a thousand other kinds of grief. The truth is, we are all going through something. We are all brokenhearted. And we all need encouragement and prayer.
  I lay awake at night thinking about so many of you who have reached out to me and shared your stories and your pain, your wisdom and encouragement. We are all in this life journey together, no matter what brought us here.
  
  

SEE HOW TO KNOW A GOOD HUSBAND

If your husband does these 15 things, he’s the BEST husband ever

          There is no perfect man; but if you have this rare type, appreciate him.

• Many marriages end because of ingratitude. As time goes by, couples forget to appreciate the little things in life. But being grateful every day helps sweethearts stay happily married.
  
  
  
  
  Noticing and appreciating the things your husband does for you helps you see what really matters, rather than focusing on his flaws (which every man has). Your spouse is the most important person in your life, so do your marriage a favor and praise him for all these things he does for you:
  

WAYS TO RELY ON GOD DURING TOUGH TIMES

• The world is full of opposition: Good vs. evil, happiness vs. sadness, joy vs. sorrow or pleasure vs. pain. No one on earth is immune from suffering some sort of trial in their life. However, no matter the trial, God has not left us alone if we will just rely on him.
  In a recent address, religious leader Neil Anderson, spoke about "spiritual whirlwinds." These whirlwinds are often the result of our own poor choices, but "some come because of the wrong choices of others, and some come just because this is mortality."
  
  When we put our trust in God and rely on him, these challenges will strengthen our faith and build up our lives. Here are four ways to rely on God in the midst of the whirlwinds.