The Magic Phrase to Get Your Husband Talking I am currently a homeschooling mom to four awesome kids. Which is exactly what I wanted for seven years and is totally great most days. But there are some days that I am desperate for adult interaction and a break from my kids’ hypothetical space/body function/talking animal questions. Related Post: Why I…
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The Magic Phrase to Get Your Husband Talking
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To the Introverted Pastor’s Wife: How to Rock Your Role
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