Listen Now
When I was young, I was given some advice before going out to a party. “Remember, if you don’t like where the conversation is going, you can change it.” And you know what? It’s true. You can smile and change the subject. Most people will follow right along with you. In a matter of moments, mean talk can change into good talk when you take control. You have the power to change the tone of the whole conversation.
Likewise, women have power to set the “tone” of their homes. You know how you just get a feeling about someone when you meet them? The tone of your home is like that. Is your place picked up or cluttered? Clean or filthy? Harsh or pleasant? Does it smell good or nasty? All those feelings people pick up on are connected to their five senses. But sometimes the feeling or tone of a home is a little more complicated — spiritual perhaps. And it is often centered around what is allowed into your home, and what makes itself at home there. Setting the tone of your home spiritually lays the groundwork for a peaceful home. So thinking about the good pointers that Jessica and Karen give in their articles will help you set a good tone in your home.
Home should be a place of good memories when a child is sick. Cindy Hochart gives great advice that will save you the time and money of running to the ER or nearby clinic. One sweet memory of mine as a little girl is of my grandma sitting by my sick bed and making doll clothes from scraps of materials. It felt as if we played dolls all day. She set the tone of comfort.
Janey White’s article is the first in a series talking about how to give our bodies the kind of food they need. When we feed our bodies good food, it is the beginning of a “toned” body. Haven’t you heard it said, “You are what you eat”?
Mmmm. Fall is such a nice time of year – outdoors and indoors. Enjoy!
Crystal Wacker Knapp
Editor-in-Chief
“When she speaks she has something worthwhile to say, and she always says it kindly. She keeps an eye on everyone in her household, and keeps them all busy and productive. She’s up before dawn, preparing breakfast for her family and organizing her day.” Proverbs 31 MSG
