Susan Merrill's Blog, page 41
February 18, 2013
Get Less, Give More
Our giving got away from us this last year for the first time in our married life.
I still get a pang in my heart about it.
Since Mark and I married we have always been very purposeful about giving a set percentage, and more if needed, of our gross income to church, several non-profits, missionaries and individuals in need. We gave last year but not at the level I would have liked. The year just got away from us. The house flood and renovation were more than expected, the replacement of what we...
February 17, 2013
13 Ways to Keep Your Clan Together: Duck Dynasty Style
The 10 day Duck Dynasty 2013 countdown begins today! And the Merrill Men can’t wait.
What is it about this clan that made itA&E’s most-watched series? Why did 6.5 million viewers tune in on December 5th for the season 2 finale? What makes this somewhat kooky camo-clad clan so cute?
family
The Robertson clan is a family with traditions. And those traditions make them unique and give them a point of connection. And that connection keeps them together. Season 3 will be more of what we love. Apparen...
February 12, 2013
Too Young to Date AKA “Go Out”
The boy/girl fascination starts for some around 4th or 5th grade. By middle school many kids start “going out.” The problem with “going out” is as follows:
They can’t go out because they can’t drive and if they aren’t mature enough to wisely handle a car they aren’t mature enough to wisely handle each other.
The thrilling roller coaster of “going out” and “breaking up” can become an emotionally unhealthy way to get attention and gain popularity.
The emotional stimulation is often physically stim...
February 11, 2013
Platform Prepping For The Passionate Mom Book Release
I am in the zone–the two months to book launch zone. The pressure is building to prepare a platform, build my home base, expand my social media reach, and create a WOW experience for moms.
I am out of my comfort zone.
Growing iMOM.com was much more comfortable than growing my platform for The Passionate MOM book release. So, I am at the Platform Conference to learn from the master, Michael Hyatt (above with Courtney Rohrdanz our resident iMOM.com web and social media expert).
I am not here to be...
