Archives for November 2021

“A pearl starts with a tiny grain of sand that morphs through many changes and emerges as something strong and beautiful. It symbolizes wisdom acquired through experience. They are treasured and have persevered through changes.” These words that describe a precious pearl remind me of my life in many ways. Seven years ago, I joined Mary & Martha because I loved the products, had been looking for a new way to serve the Lord, felt a push from … [Read more...] about What We Can Learn About Change and Hope from a Pearl

The most wonderful time of the year is on the horizon, which means decking the halls is on our minds. We can't wait to celebrate the birth of Jesus, but in the hustle and bustle that often distracts us, any DIY craft to help us pause is a must. Our friends at DaySpring (which happens to be Mary & Martha's parent company) are pros at creativity and have created a DIY Christmas Wreath tutorial. Take a look at this video, hit up your local … [Read more...] about DIY Christmas Wreath Tutorial

“You’re so busy!” was a phrase I heard often. Each time someone said it, usually accompanied by a little nervous laughter, my smile would falter for a moment before I replied. I realized that I must have been wearing stress like a badge of honor. When I walked into a room, I’d be huffing and puffing, rolling my eyes at the circus act that it took to bring three kids anywhere. It’s usually a sweaty mess because there are three bags to carry, … [Read more...] about The Holiness of Slow

With Thanksgiving Day on the 25th, November is the perfect time to be thankful for all God has blessed us with AND to remember those who need our prayers and our support. November is the perfect time to share our blessings. Because of this, we are so excited to announce that Mary & Martha is launching a month-long goal with Compassion International to fundraise over $25,000 toward their Young Girls' Intervention program in Arusha, Tanzania. … [Read more...] about Give the Gift of Hope this November – Our New Compassion Project