I Know Im Not Done Yet

Some people believe leftovers are the best. Maybe that's good for food, but for marriage, not so much. When it comes to the "death do us part" vow, your spouse might say otherwise. So why not make your spouse the star this holiday?&nbsp; Because ultimately, that would melt a ton of disagreements as to what matters overall. Whose spouse wouldn't want to feel like the star? Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the .    The holiday season arrives with joyful cheers and dizzy deadlines. Between the parties, shopping, and family visits, it can be a whirlwind that sweeps even the strongest marriages into the background. Often, the spouse feels like an afterthought, the “leftovers” of your attention. #TRUTH:&nbsp; Your marriage deserves fresh fuel before Christmas, not leftovers. It’s easy to justify sidelining your partner with “there’s just too much to do.” But how fair is it to let your life’s closest companion settle for second best? "Life isn’t always fair, but love calls for intention." ~ Kristianne Wargo “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” - Ecclesiastes 3:1 Before things get too crazy, pause. Make time sacred. The greatest gift you can offer your spouse is your presence, being fully and unapologetically attentive. The K.I.S.S. ~ Be fully and unapologetically attentive!   Here are three ways to make your marriage a priority this Christmas season:  Schedule “Just Us” Moments Like Important Appointments Block time on your calendar, no exceptions. Even 15 minutes of undivided attention—no phones, no distractions—can dramatically deepen connection. Treat it like you would a business meeting or family gathering. When it’s scheduled, you show your spouse that they matter as much as anything else this season. Create a Holiday “Love Letter” Exchange Set aside an evening to write and exchange letters of appreciation and hope for your marriage. This ritual invites vulnerable expression and renews emotional intimacy. Bonus: Save these letters to revisit in tougher seasons. Practice the Power of “Pause and Ask” Use holiday chaos to check in with questions like, “How are you really feeling? What can I do to support you this week?” Showing curiosity and care amid busyness validates your spouse’s experience and nurtures your bond.  Remember the story of Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem — their faith and love navigated uncertainty and pressure. Like them, you’re called to prioritize your union even when the demands are high. “Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” - 1 Peter 4:8 This Christmas, gift your spouse the honor of your attention. Don’t let holiday chaos dictate your marriage climate. You get to choose: leftovers or love first. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   &nbsp; #RelationshipBuilders #CreateYourNow #LoveAndMarriage 💍 The Christmas Ring by Karen Kingsbury: () 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the .   &nbsp;- This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. () 🙏&nbsp;  on Pray.com () 🎥&nbsp;  on YouTube () 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶&nbsp;  () ✍️&nbsp; &nbsp; Instagram   Twitter   Facebook   &nbsp; Cover Art by&nbsp; Photo by  &nbsp; Music by&nbsp;&nbsp;- Overcomer  Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -&nbsp; Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

3903 Make Your Spouse the Star this Holiday

A song featuring the vocals of Adrian Vale.

Sailing Out of Bleak Harbor.

A song featuring the vocals of Hank Lawson.

Actions Speak

Do you hear what I hear: life noisy, chaotic, and full of surprises, throwing you off balance. Pile up the deadlines, conflicts, health scares, and financial headaches. Peace often feels like the biggest luxury we can’t afford. But what if peace isn’t about escaping chaos, but walking through it; it's Thee peace — God’s calm in the chaos. Isaiah 9:6 cuts to the heart of it: “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the .    What an indescribable promise. One that the coming Messiah carries peace—not just a fragile feeling—but a powerful reign that changes everything. The Prince of Peace isn’t a wishful ideal. He shows up right in the middle of real-life messes.  Remember the shepherds in Luke 2:8-14? They were working a rough, simple job on an ordinary night when angels crashed in—announcing peace. Not a peace that erased their fears, but a peace declaring God was entering the world to reorder it. The K.I.S.S. ~ Peace God's calm in the chaos!   True peace isn’t the absence of trouble; it’s the presence of God’s authority and calm in trouble. It means you can face anxiety, relationship messes, or financial stress differently because your foundation is unshakeable.  This Advent, stop chasing fleeting quiet moments. Choose to anchor your heart in the Prince of Peace’s reign. When everything shakes, let His peace hold you steady. It’s not just a feeling—it’s a stance you take every day, no matter what. You know that power stance, well with God, it takes on a whole new meaning.  You don't have to fumble your way through the holidays. Rest in the arms of God, knowing that He gave His Son as a little babe so you could have peace even when the world says otherwise. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   &nbsp; #SweetSpirit #CreateYourNow #SoulfulSunday 💍 The Christmas Ring by Karen Kingsbury: () 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the .   &nbsp;- This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. () 🙏&nbsp;  on Pray.com () 🎥&nbsp;  on YouTube () 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶&nbsp;  () ✍️&nbsp; &nbsp; Instagram   Twitter   Facebook   &nbsp; Cover Art by&nbsp; Photo by  &nbsp; Music by&nbsp;&nbsp;- Overcomer  Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -&nbsp; Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

3904 Peace — God’s Calm in the Chaos

Awake in Dreams

A song featuring the vocals of Jonas Blackwell.

Find Your Reason

With the cold chill in the air, it's no wonder that all you want to do is stay put and not do anything. Who wants to spend the holidays as if they are playing football in the snow? Yet, at some point, all the things need to get done by you or the holidays will feel incomplete. But the weather can't be the excuse. You must figure out how to gain more time during the holidays. No one will hand you extra hours. You have to earn them by making the time you have work more innovative—and that starts by connecting to your heart. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the .    What does “connecting to your heart” even mean in the middle of a frenzy? It means tuning in to what truly matters—not just what’s loudest on your calendar or nagging in your head. It’s a mindset shift.&nbsp; The K.I.S.S. ~ Save time on the right things!   And here are three things you can do that actually save time by focusing on the right things.  1. Prioritize What Feels Meaningful — Not Just Urgent Holiday checklists are full of “shoulds” shouted by world: culture, family, and tradition. But not everything deserves your time or energy. Real-life tweak: Before committing to another party, gift run, or decorating spree, ask yourself, “Will this make my heart lighter or heavier?” If it’s the latter, cut it out. As author Brené Brown puts it,&nbsp;“Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves, even when we risk disappointing others.” This saves time not by doing more—it saves time by doing less of what drains you, which leaves space for what energizes you. More energy, faster results.  2. Build Mini Rituals for Daily Reset You don’t need an all-day retreat, but five minutes each morning or evening to center yourself makes a huge difference. The goal is to ground yourself in your core values and the deeper holiday meaning behind all the madness. Real-life tweak: Light a candle while you sip your morning coffee and set one intention like, “Today, I choose calm.” Or write a sentence of gratitude to remind yourself why the fuss is worth it. As Thich Nhat Hanh said,&nbsp;“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.”&nbsp;A small ritual like this rewires your mindset, turning scattered frenzy into focused flow.  3. Say ‘No’ to Guilt, ‘Yes’ to Presence We cram days so full that we lose presence, which ironically steals time by creating overwhelm and burnout. Show up fully where you are instead of half mentally spinning five moves ahead. Real-life tweak: When you’re with family, phones down. When cooking, be in the moment with the food, not zoning out to holiday stress. If you say ‘no’ to one task or event, show up fully for the next one without mental baggage. Eckhart Tolle nailed it:&nbsp;“Wherever you are, be there totally.”&nbsp;Presence isn’t just a nice idea—it’s a time multiplier because fully engaged moments are more productive and more fulfilling.  The Bottom Line The holidays are not going to slow down for you. You have to slow down yourself to gain time and energy.&nbsp; This year, don’t let “busy” rob your holidays. Connect to your heart, and watch how your time stretches in the nooks and crannies of your day. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   &nbsp; #MindsetMonday #CreateYourNow #PersonalDevelopment 💍 The Christmas Ring by Karen Kingsbury: () 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the .   &nbsp;- This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. () 🙏&nbsp;  on Pray.com () 🎥&nbsp;  on YouTube () 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶&nbsp;  () ✍️&nbsp; &nbsp; Instagram   Twitter   Facebook   &nbsp; Cover Art by&nbsp; Photo by  &nbsp; Music by&nbsp;&nbsp;- Overcomer  Song ID: 68209...

3905 How to Gain More Time During the Holidays

A song featuring the vocals of Eleanor Whitmore.

Write Your Own Script

Sometimes life drags you through the mud and hands you a to-do list that looks impossible. The holidays, for example, can drain even the toughest among us. The endless planning, the mounting pressure to be “perfect,” and the burnout that follows can leave you feeling wiped out and questioning if you even have what it takes to finish strong. And that’s what you do; do what must be done. No excuses. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the .    This isn’t about ego or trying to be impressively bold. It’s about raw accountability—without guilt. It’s about showing up fully and owning whatever challenge lies before you. There’s no room for excuses, no time for self-pity. You’re stronger than you think. The K.I.S.S. ~ Do what must be done!   The legendary Zig Ziglar once said, “It was character that got us out of bed, commitment that moved us into action, and discipline that enabled us to follow through.” You see, nothing worth doing ever happened by waiting for motivation to strike or the perfect time to arrive. You lace up your courage, face the discomfort, and keep pushing forward. There’s also the timeless wisdom tucked away in Proverbs 31:25—“She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.” This verse isn’t about fairy tale Cinderella, white picket fence house. It’s about being real with yourself, owning your power, and greeting the day with a fierce sense of preparedness and grace.&nbsp; What it boils down to is that everyone runs low on energy and doubts now and then. The difference is who decides to show up anyway. It's saying, “I’m doing this because I owe it to myself and the people who count on me.” Owning accountability without guilt means you accept responsibility but also give yourself permission to be human. You don’t wallow, you don’t whine—you take A.I.M., action ignites motivation. So, today, what’s your next move? Do you wait for inspiration and feel guilty for procrastinating and putting things off? Or do you stand up, take the reins, and get down to business with the fierce grit you have? It’s time to suit up; yep, just like Santa Claus. Put on those big red boots, or maybe it's more like those big girl panties, and show up! You’re stronger than yesterday’s doubts, more capable than your fears, and ready to take charge of what you can control—even when the going gets tough. No excuses. Take A.I.M.—action ignites motivation. Do what must be done. "Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"   &nbsp; #Inspiration #CreateYourNow #DailyMotivation 💍 The Christmas Ring by Karen Kingsbury: () 🔔 Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the .   &nbsp;- This is a complimentary (FREE) coaching call with me. You will discuss your specific situation while gaining tools and strategies to move you forward. () 🙏&nbsp;  on Pray.com () 🎥&nbsp;  on YouTube () 🎧 Create Your Now on Spotify, Pandora, and Audible. 🎶&nbsp;  () ✍️&nbsp; &nbsp; Instagram   Twitter   Facebook   &nbsp; Cover Art by&nbsp; Photo by  &nbsp; Music by&nbsp;&nbsp;- Overcomer  Song ID: 68209 Song Title: Overcomer Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia Copyright © 2013 Meaux Mercy (BMI) Moody Producer Music (BMI) One Songs (ASCAP) Ariose Music (ASCAP) Universal Music -&nbsp; Brentwood Benson Publ. (ASCAP) D Soul Music (ASCAP) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission.

3906 Do What Must Be Done

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Craypoe Productions presents an eclectic collection that brings together a diverse lineup of talented guest musicians, each lending their own unique voice to the songs of Bob Craypoe. Every lyric across the album was written by Bob, who also handled full production duties to ensure the record’s cohesive sound and vision.

The sessions were recorded at Bob Craypoe’s Crackle and Hiss Studios in Stillwater Township, New Jersey—a place where raw creativity and authenticity meet. Adding a rich and unexpected dimension to the project, the strings were performed by members of the Crandon Lakes Philharmonic Orchestra, giving the album moments of orchestral depth alongside its grittier tones.

The guest list spans across genres, featuring country pickers, punk rebels, seasoned rockers, and soulful blues musicians. This mix of backgrounds creates a dynamic listening experience, with each track carrying the spirit of collaboration while staying true to the working-class stories and heartfelt grit captured in Bob’s lyrics.

At its heart, this is a testament to the power of music as a shared language—rooted in tradition yet unafraid to cross boundaries, and always grounded in the voice of the people.

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