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5 Things We Love Right Now

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In honor of my last column, here’s the five best of the best from throughout the years!

The Hiding Place

I’ve heard Corrie ten Boom quoted many times but had never known much about her, so I decided to get her book, The Hiding Place, from the library. Wow! It’s a fantastic and inspirational read. Taking place during WWII, it’s the story of what happened to her and her family during the war. Not only is what she—and so many others—endured just mind-boggling, but her faith is so inspirational. To see how God worked in her life during this time is just incredible. I’m going to purchase the book so I can reread it. I highly recommend! Available through the library and local bookstores. Bonus Tip: A movie based on the book will be showing in theaters Aug. 3 & 5. Information here.

Jumble Word Game

I love words, so I’m guessing it’s no coincidence that both my career and my free time activity of choice revolve around words. When I have a few minutes of downtime, I love to play Jumble word games. In fact, I keep a copy in my car, one in my bedroom, one in the family room and one in the kitchen so I can pick up and solve a few scrambled word problems any time! Great for when you are pool- or oceanside! PennyDellPuzzles.com

Zum Lip Balm

A few years back I was introduced to Zum Kiss lip balms, and they quickly became my favorite to help soothe dry lips. A friend recently gifted me a few, which is good, because I like to keep one in my purse, in the car, next to my bed—pretty much always within reach. I’ve got wild tangerine and grapefruit, and not only do they smell tropical, but they make your lips super smooth. My girls love them as well! And they’ve been a hit with every recipient I’ve gifted them to! IndigoWild.com

Flower Planters

I don’t have a green thumb, and digging in the dirt isn’t my cup of tea, but I do like is pretty plants and flowers and having a yard that looks nice. Enter Family Tree Nursery. For the past few years, I’ve gotten the loveliest pots filled with beautiful flowers for the front of our house from Family Tree Nursery. The arrangements are spectacular, and I receive many compliments. Although I don’t love working in the yard, I do manage to keep them alive all season. And they offer workshops to create your own planters throughout the year! FamilyTreeNursery.com

Coffee Creamer

I like a splash of flavored creamer in my morning cup of coffee. In an effort to try to reduce both seed oils and ingredients I can’t pronounce, I set out to find an alternative to my usual brand. I came across Chobani creamers and like so many things about them! Not only do they contain a very few ingredients, but also have great flavors that taste yummy. One thing I dislike is the pour spout. I drip all over the container every single time—but that flaw alone hasn’t stopped me from enjoying! Check out my current favorite flavor, cookies and cream! Available at local retailers.

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