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Sewing Machine Day | JOY for Today

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List machines that have made significant improvements to your life. Is a sewing machine on your list? If not, do you think it should be? The sewing machine binds pieces together to produce a functional whole. There's JOY waiting in the lesson this machine teaches. SEWING MACHINE DAY  June 13th, August 12th, and September 10th Annually JOY for Today Offerings: Did You Know...  Four we didn't. Wolfe Stew Connects  To a God who sews. Bible Verses and Quotes  Related to sewing. Activity Suggestions  Sewing project, history, diagram, would you rather, and family challenge. UPCOMING HOLIDAYS:   Flag Day  (June 14th Annually) Father's Day (June's Third Sunday) Forgiveness Day (June 26th Annually) Did You Know: The sewing machine is Gandhi approved?  Though Gandhi disapproved of all other machines, Gandhi declared the sewing machine, "one of the most useful things ever invented." ( Time ) Singer didn't invent the first sewing machine? The Singer sewing machine w

Proverbs 31: Week 22 | The Wolfe Notes

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Welcome to week  twenty-two  of our Proverbs 31 journey. This week we conclude the virtue of resourcefulness and begin to consider being caring. If you'd like to return to one of our previous stops, let our " Wolfe Notes " guide you.  In January  we examined our  value  with the help of Proverbs 31 verses 10 and 29. In February  we learned what  uplifting  means by looking at Proverbs 31:11 and 23. In March , we considered the virtue of  respect  by studying Proverbs 31:12 and 28. In April , we trained to be  hardworking  with Proverbs 31:13 and 19 as our instructors. In May , we are seeing what it takes to be  resourceful  by examining Proverbs 31:14 and 21.  In June , we will develop our caring muscle by exercising Proverbs 31:15 and 22. If you're ready to travel with us, welcome! Grab your  June calendar  with daily activities, the lamp for your feet (the  Bible ), and let's get going! We're journeying through  the concluding poem of Proverbs  and we're

The Divorced Son: Part Three | Reflections

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               I have always been looking for someone that can replace the father I lost.  I knew it couldn’t be Randy, he was the guy my mother ended up with after the divorce.  He was a jerk.  At least, I felt he was because deep in my heart I knew he had stolen my family.  Destroyed it!  He was a bartender from one of the places my mom worked at when I was young.  It just happened too fast.  I felt it in my bones.  I hated him.  Another theme in my life, anger.                I was so angry and fearful.  I would have nightmares about my stepfather, and I could never fight back.  It was like I was drowning, and my arms were pinned to my sides.  I would wake up with my jaw clenched so tight I would have to work the muscles out to loosen them.  I never really gave Randy a chance.  I never would.  And, possibly, I made it harder for him to be that part of our family.  But there is more to the story than just that.  I don’t really remember a ton of it, but what I do remember is strongl

Proverbs 31: Week 21 | The Wolfe Notes

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Welcome to week  twenty-one  of our Proverbs 31 journey. This week we interpret what it means to clothe your household in scarlet and how it protects you from the snow. If you'd like to return to one of our previous stops, let our " Wolfe Notes " guide you.  In January  we examined our  value  with the help of Proverbs 31 verses 10 and 29. In February  we learned what  uplifting  means by looking at Proverbs 31:11 and 23. In March , we considered the virtue of  respect  by studying Proverbs 31:12 and 28. In April , we trained to be  hardworking  with Proverbs 31:13 and 19 as our instructors. In May , we are seeing what it takes to be  resourceful  by examining Proverbs 31:14 and 21.  If you're ready to travel with us, welcome! Grab your  May calendar  with daily activities, the lamp for your feet (the  Bible ), and let's get going! We're journeying through  the concluding poem of Proverbs  and we're so glad you decided to walk along this road with us! Imag

Love Conquers All Day | JOY for Today

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(Updated 4/25/2024.) That love conquers all, I have no doubt. It breaks down barriers, lights up the darkest nights, and finds a way in to warm even the coldest of hearts. Love will always win in the end but knowing love along the way adds JOY to the journey. Love Conquers All Day - June 3rd Annually JOY for Today Offerings: Did You Know...  Four we didn't. Wolfe Stew Connects  To the power of love. Bible Verses and Quotes  Related to love. Activity Suggestions  Heart Map, Song List, Story Prompt, Would You Rather, and Family Challenge UPCOMING HOLIDAYS: Hot Air Balloon Day (June 5th Annually) Sewing Machine Day (June 13th Annually) Flag Day (June 14th Annually) Did You Know: Love conquers definitions?  We struggle to find one suitable definition for love so use it to describe a variety of feelings and actions. Merriam-Webster defines love nine ways as a noun and four as a verb. National Today  identifies thirteen types of love. Love conquers death? When you spend time with peo

Proverbs 31: Week 20 | The Wolfe Notes

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Welcome to week  twenty  of our Proverbs 31 journey. This week we explore the meaning of household, scarlet, and how it makes us brave. If you'd like to return to one of our previous stops, let our " Wolfe Notes " guide you.  In January  we examined our  value  with the help of Proverbs 31 verses 10 and 29. In February  we learned what  uplifting  means by looking at Proverbs 31:11 and 23. In March , we considered the virtue of  respect  by studying Proverbs 31:12 and 28. In April , we trained to be  hardworking  with Proverbs 31:13 and 19 as our instructors. In May , we are seeing what it takes to be  resourceful  by examining Proverbs 31:14 and 21.  If you're ready to travel with us, welcome! Grab your  May calendar  with daily activities, the lamp for your feet (the  Bible ), and let's get going! We're journeying through  the concluding poem of Proverbs  and we're so glad you decided to walk along this road with us! Imagine that as we walk, we're ta

June 2023 Calendars | Blank, Holidays, and Personal Growth

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The bright, long days of summer are nearly here. This June we're celebrating birthdays, praying for job placements, and entertaining learners who are home for summer vacation.  What about you? Do you find yourself busier during the summer, too? Whether busier or more restful, know we're here to walk through it with you. We are praying you find peace in your productivity and purpose in your rest with plenty of JOY along the way! Here's what we're offering on the June 2023  Wolfe Stew  menu: June 2023 Ideas for  Every  Day Calendar  (family friendly, educational)  June 2023 Growth for Today Calendar  (personal growth, Bible-based) Blank 2023 Calendars   Bible verses  Inspirational Quotes June 2023 Ideas for EVERY Day View the current month's calendar  at the Learning Lab Tab. June 2023  (updated for you!) June 2022 June 2021 June 2020   Also, consider sampling our  JOY for Today  posts, where we celebrate selected days throughout the year by offering facts, connec