What is Faithfunder?

Faithfunder is in the business in helping others acheive their dreams. Taken with permission from their website: '"Faithfunder is a new way for the faith-based community to fund creative or entrepreneurial projects and worthy causes. The faith market is one of the most generous segments of the population. Christians are always ready to get behind worthy endeavors and this is the catalyst to do just that! Helpful Tips • Upload a brief entertaining video pitch on your project page • Ask for a reasonable amount of funding • Offer unique and clever rewards • Vigorously promote your project via friends, family and associates • Read the Faithfunder Blog for tips • Support projects of others...they will be more likely to support yours! Faithfunder matches up projects with donors who want to see family friendly entrepreneurs, producers, musicians and artists succeed and get their creative projects out to the marketplace. It is also a place for worthy causes to gain support! Faithfunder is the 'go-to' spot for crowdsourcing family friendly fare. This is the place for creative people in the faith-based market to raise donations for their projects. In return, the donors get some really cool stuff, and even better, they get to bless someone."' DON'T MISS OUT on the opportunity of a lifetime, spread the word and take your first step to success!

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Ultimate Blog Party 2012 Prize Page — 5 Minutes for Mom

Ultimate Blog Party 2012 Prize Page — 5 Minutes for Mom  I have been having so much fun being a part of this year's Ultimate Blog Party and am so elated that I finally arrived!  I've learned so much and made many new friends.  I can't believe it took me so long to "Get It".  To introduce newcomers to my blog...Yes, I do reviews for products and sponsor giveaways, along with sharing my personal writings and exploring various treatments for depressive disorders...I also love to create and share.  Come on in and introduce yourself.

Wendi Gratz: New Embroidery Pattern - Meet the Mini Monsters

Wendi Gratz: New Embroidery Pattern - Meet the Mini Monsters

The Matthew 6:33 Piano Teacher by KM Logan available April 2nd~

 

       ‘”But seek  ye First the Kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you”’ Matthew 6:13 states and this has always been a favorite verse of mine so I knew immediately when KM Logan asked

me to review her book that it was not by chance but would turn out for me to be a great blessing.   It is with great honor that I share with you what I learned while reading and hope you feel the same excitement that I have from this outstanding  resource.  KM Logan has successfully created a book that covers every aspect on piano teaching that one would need to know to pursue this career all the while reminding her readers of the importance of placing God first during their efforts.  Her passion to glorify God and her love of music combined together makes for a phenomenal read.  Although geared towards future piano teachers, I would recommend this book to all those who have a firm belief in God because it will encourage you to place him first in whatever your field of work.  This alone, made KM Logan’s book stand out to me.  In many ways, this author is a woman after my own heart.  She thinks as I do and it is so refreshing to be a part of her experience.  You will be inspired by her devotion and commitment to do her best.  This work is a testament of her determination.  For those desiring to teach piano, KM Logan outlines every area that you need to consider.  The chapters cover  “what are the advantages and disadvantages of being a piano teacher?”, “what expenses will I have?”, “how should I file taxes?”, “how do I retain students?” and  “what are some inexpensive forms of marketing?” to name a few; KM has all the bases covered.  I am in awe of how precise the book is and know that her readers will be also.  This splendid resource will be available to purchase on April 2. 

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Cravebox is the Newest Rage~ Don't Miss Out!

It’s coming. Join us for some fun at the March #Cravebox Twitter Party!

Join us on March 29th @ 9pm EST for our next Cravebox Twitter party, where we’ll be giving away prizes every 10 minutes. Follow #cravebox and join in our chat about making the switch to spring fashion & beauty. We’ll be talking about new fashion styles and make-up for Spring, plus activities and ideas to fill your calendar and make the most of this great time of year. You can win some terrific products from the brands in this month’s Cravebox and a full Cravebox (or two) will also be up for grabs. http://cravebox.tumblr.com/post/19632772343/march12twitterparty

Being Creative has been a refuge for me~

I began sewing when I was very young,about five years old . While my childhood friends were asking their parents to buy Barbie clothes for their dolls...I found it much more thrilling to design and sew my own. I mean, I really loved this although I didn't have a clue about sewing and I would hoard all of my mothers safety pins to secure the material around Barbie; I just got a kick out of what I thought I could do. Few individuals know this tidbit about my life. You see, most individuals focus on my writing abilities. Most of my life, I have written about challenges, difficulties and how I overcame painful obstacles in a therapeutic type of way. Although I have won countless awards, been featured in books and magazines this is not my first choice as a creative outlet because it involves thinking and looking at situations that were very uncomfortable for me. My hopes is that my writings shed some light to others who are sitting in dark places and give them courage to fight their adversity because all adversities can be overcome. I write for others, I sew for peace of mind. Quilting takes me away from stress and sorrow. Unfortunately most of my life, I had little time to devote to this personal luxuary because I was either working, going to school and taking care of the family. My girls are grown now and on their own and I was forced into an early retirement due to tarlov cyst disease (a chronic spinal cord condition) so rather than wallow in self-pity I have chosen to go back to those things which I love quilting, creating and yes, writing. As long as the passions of my heart can bring some inspiration to others I will aspire to do my best. One thing I have learned which I would love to pass along...it is very difficult to be depressed when you are busy, especially doing those things which you find meaningful!