Author: Melissa Hoogenraad

  • The Best Thing To Hold Onto In Life Is…

    The Best Thing To Hold Onto In Life Is…

    The best thing to hold on to in life is each other.” – Audrey Hepburn My husband and I wake up every morning to a sign that says that exact quote. It was purposely placed to stare right at us hoping in turn we receive its message daily. Intentionally there as a reminder to us…

  • 21 Unforgettable Days Of CHRISTmas For The Hubby

    21 Unforgettable Days Of CHRISTmas For The Hubby

    We all know how hectic it can be this time of year. Between the nonstop shopping, gift exchanges, children’s performances, the family suddenly wanting to visit, last minute Christmas cards, decorating, baking, family pics, wrapping gifts and well there is just toooo much to list. I’m exhausted just thinking about it… TRENDING: 25 Christmas Gift…

  • A Messy Marriage Language

    A Messy Marriage Language

    Lately I have been experiencing some frustration. Frustration that “I don’t matter” because my garage is a mess. YES, my husband must not love me because he has let the garage go and has not taken the time to keep it clean ~ how I like it. The garage should always be clean because I…

  • Hypothyroidism Does Not Define Me

    Hypothyroidism Does Not Define Me

    Name: Melissa Hoogenraad Age: 39 Children: Sarah 15, Cole 13, Luke 9 Religion: Christian UW: How long have you been married?  We will be married 17 years this November UW: How long did you date your husband before you married? 3 1/2 years UW: Did you have any fears about being a wife? Yes, I…

  • 1 Peter 4:8 Transformed My Life, My Marriage

    1 Peter 4:8 Transformed My Life, My Marriage

    Above all LOVE each other deeply because love covers over a multitude of sins. – 1 Peter 4:8 This scripture is one I embrace daily. I have a firm grip on this, it is truly embedded in my heart and I will not ever let it go. 1 Peter 4:8 has transformed my life and my marriage. My…