It’s Book Launch Day!

I’m excited to share that my new book, The Compass Guided Life, is now available!

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed with trying to do it all, or not sure what your next step should be, this book is for you!

Here’s the inside scoop:

Wondering if you can do it all? Feeling exhausted from the balancing act?
Finding the perfect balance in life – family, friends, career, hobbies, church, pets – can feel overwhelming.

Let’s try something different. Unless you’re a gymnast or a circus performer, let’s throw out the balancing act altogether. Instead of finding balance…get guidance.

Discover how four compass points can guide your life.
Work. Rest. Serve. Worship.
Learn what the Bible says about each of these points – and get practical insights on living them out day to day.
With this compass as your guide, your life will always be pointed in the right direction.

Bonus Feature
Guide & Go – Reflection, discussion and application questions at the end of each section. Perfect for personal guidance or small group study.

You’ll want to add this book to your Christmas shopping list!

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Let the countdown begin!

Guess what happens one month from today?

The Compass Guided Life book launch!

This will be my 10th book release, and I can’t wait.

Here’s the scoop about this title. I really think it could be life-changing for readers.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed with trying to do it all…
Or you’ve felt a little lost and could use some direction in life…
this book is for you!

Can I Do it All?

Feeling exhausted from the balancing act? Finding the perfect balance in life – family, friends, career, hobbies, church, pets – can feel overwhelming.

Let’s try something different. Unless you’re a gymnast or a circus performer, let’s throw out the balancing act altogether. Instead of finding balance…get guidance.

Discover how four compass points can guide your life. Learn the best times and ways to work, rest, serve, and worship. With this guidance in place, your life will always be pointed in the right direction.

Bonus Feature
Guide & Go – Reflection, discussion and application questions at the end of each section. Perfect for personal guidance or group study.

Available 11-15-24

You’ll want to add this title to your Christmas shopping list!

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The first week of February is Children’s Authors and Illustrators Week!

As a children’s book author, I didn’t want to miss the opportunity to celebrate the occasion.
So…
In honor of this week, I wanted to take a trip down memory lane with you and share some of my favorite children’s authors and books.

Shel Silverstein

I’m told that I loved The Giving Tree as a child. It is a great story, but what I remember loving even more were the zany, intriguing poems and illustrations of A Light in the Attic. I currently own both of those books, along with Where the Sidewalk Ends, and I love reading the poems with my nephews. One of their favorites is “The Toy Eater.”

From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler

I fell in love with this story when I was a kid. Two kids run away from home – to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. They hide away in the museum, and end up working on solving a mystery. What’s not to love? And yes, it made me want to hide overnight in a public place and live there for a few days. But I had my sights on the mall or Walmart, which I thought would be easier for me to pull off. (No, it never happened.)

Winnie the Pooh

Growing up, I was blessed to have my grandmother nearby. She not only lived in the same town, but, for many years, she lived just one block away. I have fond memories of her reading to me and my sister when we were young. I specifically remember her reading Winnie the Pooh, so now that book has a special place in my heart. I honestly don’t even remember what happens in the story. I just remember the time with Grammie and that she was willing to read to us.

Patch’s Igloo Adventure

Of course, Patch is now one of my favorite children’s book characters. He was drawn by talented illustrator De Carso Carroll Sr.

If you haven’t met Patch yet, check out his adventure – it’s cute and fun! And it’s gotten some great reviews!

T-Rex In My Closet

Lastly, if you haven’t discovered how many dinosaurs might be in your closet, don’t miss this one. 

“This book is one that the grandkids want to read over and over. It also helps reinforce counting forward and backward. Great fun to count along and guess the next number by the rhymes in the story.” – Kim

Who are some of your favorite children’s book authors?
What were your favorite books as a child?
I’d love to hear from you!

5 Encouragements for the New Year (#3 is adorable!)

Well…we’re two weeks in.

How’s your 2024 going so far? Are you already sick of the “R” word? Are your resolutions laughing at you as you struggle to make changes? Or did you skip New Year’s resolutions altogether this year, knowing they rarely stick?

Don’t get me wrong. I’m not trying to be a negative Nenny.

I just know from my own experience that the high hopes of Dec 31 sometimes get smacked with reality by mid-January. The donuts come calling. The gym seems so far away – plus it’s cold outside.

Maybe the books you were going to start reading are still collecting dust on the nightstand. Or the book you were going to start writing is still a blank Word doc. Or that friend you were going to reconnect with still hasn’t heard from you. The list could go on.

(And if you’re on the flip side and have been rocking your resolutions so far – way to go!)

But I know it’s hard to make changes. Setting goals is much easier than reaching them!

So I wanted to encourage you with some practical support to help you succeed.

I don’t know what your specific goals are for 2024, but I do know the 5 most common.

According to Statistica.com, the top 2024 resolutions are: 

  1. Save more money
  2. Exercise more
  3. Eat healthier
  4. Spend more time with family/friends
  5. Lose weight

I think three of those can be lumped together as one overall goal, don’t you? Can you guess which three?
So that takes us down to 3 top resolutions:

  1. Save more money
  2. Exercise more/eat healthier/lose weight
  3. Spend more time with family/friends

Those all sound like great goals, right? So…how can you make them happen?

Here are 5 practical supports to help you meet your 2024 goals. This encouragement addresses the top 3 resolutions as well as other dreams you may have for the year.

Making Resolutions Reality

1. Never say the “s” word.

This is an important lesson I’ve learned from experience: “Someday” actually means never.

Whatever I say I’ll do “someday” is not going to happen – as long as I keep using that word.

  • “Someday I’ll publish that book.”
  • “Someday I’ll start eating better.”
  • “Someday I’ll make more time for friends.”

Not. Gonna. Happen.

If I ever want it to happen, I have to change “someday” to “today.”

Sound corny? Maybe so. But it’s true.

Whatever your goal is, decide what you can do TODAY to work toward it. It can be simple. It might only take 15 minutes, or even 30 seconds!

  • Write down a few notes for the book you want to write.
  • Send a text.
  • Take a 10-minute walk.

We all know that big tasks have to be broken down to complete them – eating that elephant one bite at a time. But the challenge is to take those bites!

It’s easy to think small steps won’t get you anywhere, but they do. Commit to doing something each day (every ‘today’ that comes along) to work toward your goal. Sure, you’ll need to take days off here and there, but the point is to get past “someday” and start making it happen.

If I can do it, you can too! For 20 years, I said someday I’d like to publish a book. Yep, I used the “s” word! Then I finally decided to work toward that goal – making “someday” today – and now I’ve published not one book, but nine! Thank you, God!

What’s on your “someday” list? What can you do today to make it a reality?

It’s time to make someday today.

2. Don’t make New Year’s resolutions.

It’s not what you think.

I’m not suggesting a complete avoidance of goal-setting at the end of the year.

What has been encouraging to me is to change how I view resolutions. Instead of making New Year’s resolutions, I write down New Year’s God solutions.

I make a note of how God is currently working in my life and what He is teaching me. Then I write down what I want to see God do in me or through me in the coming year. I remind myself that, in my own strength, I can do nothing. But, God can do immeasurably more than all I can ask or imagine (and I have a pretty good imagination)!

Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever. Amen!

– Ephesians 3:20-21

So, maybe that’s a good step for you. Instead of striving for things on your own, surrender the year to God and create some God solutions.

Here’s a simple form you can use.

3. Don’t stop moving.

Here’s some help for those of you who are in the exercise more/eat healthier/lose weight camp.

I know it’s easier to say we want to be more active than to actually get off the couch and exercise.

So, I’ve made things as easy as possible.

Here are two dozen simple, practical ways that allow you to incorporate more activity into your day.

Learn more about 24 Ways To Exercise Through Your Day

These tips are designed to get you moving, keep you moving, and help you take care of the body God has given you.

My goal with these Ways is to offer 3 things:

  • Simplicity to make exercise feasible
  • Some silliness to keep you smiling
  • A spiritual foundation for your exercise – to help you love the Lord with all your strength.

Get moving with 24 Ways To Exercise Through Your Day
4. Always count every dollar.

Now let’s get into some practical help for those of you who have resolved to “save more money.” Do you have a plan in place to tuck those dollars away?

If your income varies (like mine does), this can be even more challenging. But, it’s not impossible. Here’s the secret: a good budget.

I hope that’s not the “b” word in your world. Budgets often sound too limiting, or intimidating, or just plain hard.

They don’t have to be. It’s really just three simple steps.

  1. Write down how much you make.
  2. Write down your expenses (needs and wants).
  3. Give every dollar a home.

I go through a step-by-step process in this blog post to create and maintain a budget. My example is for a variable-style income, but it works for steady-income folks, too. The post includes a sample budget form you can save and adapt for your own use.

5. Make perfect friendships.

Last but not least, we have the resolution to “spend more time with family/friends.” Or your goal might have something else to do with relationships.

Want to be a better friend in 2024? Want to dig deeper into your current friendships? Make new friends?

Here’s a good place to start.

This is where you can find answers to tough relationship questions – with this personal map to guide you on the winding road of friendship.

These pages are filled with laughter, tears, jealousy, betrayal, joy, loss, hope – and everything else that goes along with this topic.

Learn more about Perfect Friendships for Imperfect People

Scripture, testimonies, and practical applications help you:

  • Learn what the Bible says about friendship
  • Discover how to be a better friend
  • Learn how to glorify God in friendships
  • Discover how to be a friend of God

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Friendship Assessment “Which Bible Friend Are You?” –
Are you a Jonathan? A Ruth? Take the quiz to find out which biblical friend you most resemble and how this affects your relationships.

Chew & Do –
Dig into a different aspect of friendship with each chapter, then use the Chew & Do sections for personal reflection, discussion, and immediate life application.

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I hope you’re now feeling more equipped for the rest of 2024. I pray you found at least one nugget in this message to help you on your journey.

And I’d love to hear how that journey is going!

You can reach out via email kerrynenn@nennpen.com, my website, or Facebook. Share your challenges and successes. Ask questions about budgeting. Let me know which of the 24 Ways to exercise you tried.

I’m here to help!

And lastly….a happy and blessed new year to you!

5 New Things to Try Over Christmas Break (#5 will surprise you!)

Ready to try something new this season?

Whether you have a day off or a week, hopefully you’ll have some extra time on your hands.

What should you do with that time? Here are 5 great ideas!

Who knows? You just might discover a new holiday tradition for you and your family. And it all starts here…

1. Build a new house.

Tired of gingerbread houses? Don’t get me wrong – I think those are fun. But maybe you’re tired of brown walls that never want to stand up straight and candy packets that never have enough gumdrops.

Or maybe you just want to try something different. How about building an igloo instead?

This is fun and simple (and, in my opinion, tastier than a gingerbread house). 

If you search for “how to build an igloo,” you’ll get hundreds of results from dozens of crafters. There are probably 483 different ways to make one. Some methods work better than others. (Some turn into epic disasters where no Eskimo would ever set foot.)

Here’s one that works.

Marshmallow Igloo

What you’ll need:

  • Small Styrofoam bowl
  • Large Styrofoam plate
  • Empty toilet paper roll
  • Bag of mini marshmallows
  • 1 small can of white icing
  • Tool to brush icing onto the igloo
  • Scissors

How to build your igloo:

Here’s a video – BUT…I recommend using icing instead of glue. It’s easier – and edible! 
And here are written step-by-step instructions.

BONUS step: To add some festive flair, use mini candy canes to decorate your igloo. Add some at the entrance as columns or as part of your archway. Or stick them into large marshmallows and create a fence around your igloo.

Here’s how mine turned out:

2. Play a new card game.

Tired of Uno, Hearts, and War? Here’s a simple, fun game that works great for 4-10 players. (So it’s a good choice for family gatherings!)

Clear the Deck

The premise: Be the first person to get rid of all your cards. Players take turns playing cards into the middle of the table. You have to play the same number or lower than the last person, or you get stuck with the whole pile!

But…there are a couple of twists! There are special plays that “clear the deck” (clear away the pile in the middle) so you don’t get stuck with them. And you’re also delt four mystery cards that you aren’t allowed to look at, so they’re a surprise when you play them!

Very easy to learn and a lot of fun for such a simple game.

Here’s the full rule sheet.

3. Enjoy a new dessert.

I realize there’s no shortage of desserts during the holidays, but if you like chocolate and peanut butter, this sweet treat can’t be beat. They taste like a cross between homemade Reese’s peanut butter cups and peanut butter fudge. Wow!

I started helping make these when I was 5 and have had them every Christmas since. And one of the best things? There’s no actual baking involved, so it’s really hard to mess them up!

Yummy Peanut Butter Squares

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups creamy peanut butter (one 16-18 oz jar)
  • 1 cup margarine – room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 lb sifted powdered sugar (3 cups before sifted)
  • 1/3 lb (1 1/3 cup) graham cracker crumbs
  • 12 oz. milk chocolate chips
  • 4 Tbs shortening

Mix the peanut butter, margarine, and vanilla in a large bowl. Add the sifted powdered sugar and graham cracker crumbs a little at a time and mix well each time. You will probably have to get your hands in it by the end – it gets very thick!

Pat mixture firmly into an ungreased 9×13 pan.

Melt chocolate chips and shortening together in a small saucepan. Keep stirring until smooth. 

Pour the chocolate mixture over the peanut butter dough. Smooth it out evenly. 
Chill until the chocolate is set. Cut into squares and serve.

For best results, keep cut squares refrigerated.

Tip: This makes a big batch, so there are plenty if you want to give some away. You could divide the batch into small tins to make several delicious Christmas gifts!

4. Read a new book.

How about a fun story time with the kids or a great read for yourself?

Goodbye South Pole, hello adventure!
What silly, salty creatures will Patch meet as he travels north?
This picture book features fun sound words that make the story come to life. Whee!

Learn more about Patch’s Igloo Adventure

How many dinosaurs are hiding behind that door?
Filled with rhyming and counting that engages little readers.
A page-turner that keeps them giggling!

Learn more about T-Rex In My Closet

This one might help with your New Year’s resolutions!

Learn more about 24 Ways To Exercise Through Your Day

What do healthy adult friendships look like?
This personal map guides you on the winding road of friendship.
Bonus: Friendship quiz reveals which type of friend you are.

Learn more about Perfect Friendships for Imperfect People

5. Try a new arrangement.

Putting up Christmas decorations can be a lot of work. But at least you can look forward to enjoying pretty, festive surroundings for the season.

After the new year, taking them all down and putting them away is…less fun. What you have to look forward to at that point is two months of cold, dark days – with no more pretty lights.

So…how about adding a little excitement to help with the post-holiday blahs? Your house is probably in chaos anyway because you had to move the couch, the end table, and Fluffy’s pet bed to make room for the tree. 

While everything is already out of whack, consider making a plan to rearrange the furniture when you take down your decorations. Do something new with your space. Give yourself a new perspective when you sit in your favorite recliner. Bring more light into the room by moving the couch away from the windows. Create a reading nook or space for your favorite hobby. 

You can look forward to making this change after all the tinsel and holly are gone. And you can start the new year with what feels like a new home!

Enjoy!

I’d love to hear from you!

Share pics of your igloo creations and furniture rearrangements. Give feedback on your peanut-butter-square tasting and book-reading experiences. And let me know if your family liked Clear the Deck!

6 Go-To Gifts for the Hard-to-Shop-For

Maybe it’s your dad. (Mine usually ended up getting socks and candy for Christmas.) Maybe it’s your co-worker. (Gift card, anyone?)

We all have at least one person on our shopping list that is…well, nearly impossible to shop for. Gift ideas for them might be so challenging that we consider moving them to the naughty list just so we can get them a lump of coal and be done with it.

But…the fact is, we want to get them a present anyway. Something that says I care about you and thought of you this season. Something that makes them smile. SOMEthing…but we don’t know what.

I have good news. You can stop beating your head with a candy cane to try to come up with a good idea. Here are six.

A Universal Yum

Universal Yums is marketed as “A tasty trip – Travel to a different country each month…with your mouth!”

You can give one box or a subscription for 3-12 months. The recipient gets to try treats from a different part of the world in each box. (It’s way better than the jelly-of-the-month club!)

A Cozy (And Personalized?) Blanket

It gets cold almost everywhere, right? And even if someone already has a trunk full of blankets, they eventually wear out (or get so covered in a permanent layer of cat hair that they need to be replaced).

You could go with a neutral design or their favorite color. Or you could get really creative and give them a personalized blanket. Maybe they like Star Wars, or the ocean, or unicorns. Or…make it truly personalized and create a photo blanket through a service like Shutterfly.

A Good Read

Send them on an adventure, or help them discover new insights, or simply make them smile. Books are great for all ages! Here are some ideas for the kids and grown-ups on your list.

Grown-ups:

Friendship

Christian Living

  • The Compass Guided Life
    Feeling exhausted from trying to do it all? Instead of finding balance…get guidance.
  • 24 Ways Book Series
    Living out the Greatest Commandment every hour of every day (Get the whole series for just $24!)

Poetry

  • Random Thoughts
    Collection of inspirational poetry, Scripture, and photography that offers hope for the struggling heart

Kids:

Picture books – Ages 3-7

  • T-Rex In My Closet
    How many dinosaurs are hiding behind that door? Filled with counting, rhyming, and illustrations that will make you giggle.
  • Patch’s Igloo Adventure
    Filled with fun sound words that bring the story to life. Whee! What silly, salty creatures will Patch meet as he leaves the South Pole in search of a new home?

A Nice Smell

Who doesn’t like nice smells? Candles are great for just about everyone. They come in just about every scent you can imagine. And they’re priced from economical whiffs to luxury aromas. Pick your smell. Pick your color. Pick your size. It’s hard to go wrong.

A Big Bag

Who doesn’t need a nice, sturdy tote every now and then? Just like the blanket, this gift can be plain and neutral, or you can choose to personalize. Either way, it’s useful and thoughtful. (And if they’re a cat owner, it’s a gift for their pet, too, who will love climbing inside the bag.)

A Blank Page

Yes, we’re all digital now. So, when I say “get them stationery,” I’m not suggesting the pretty paper with floral designs or monogrammed envelopes. (Although that could be a good fit for some!)

What I’m talking about is more practical, everyday paper. Fun sticky notes. Magnet note pads for the fridge. A journal or doodle pad. You could even put together a goodie bag filled with a variety of notepads and sticky notes. (Maybe fill that tote bag with fun stationery!)

Have other solutions for the hard-to-shop-for? I’d love to hear them!
Post in the comments below to share your gift ideas!

Me? On TV?

There are certain things I expect.

The sun will come up in the morning.

My cat will tuck me in when I go to bed tonight.

I’ll crave something sweet around 3pm today (and again at 8, and midnight…)

Those things are pretty predictable.

What I did NOT expect was to be typing these words today:

Last week, I was on TV.

Yep, you read that right. God blessed me with an amazing opportunity to be on Fox News! The segment promoted my latest book release, Patch’s Igloo Adventure.

I must admit, despite the fact that sleeping is one of my superpowers, I struggled to fall asleep the night before this interview. You could say I was a little excited…and nervous. But, God was with me and made it a success!

Check it out!

Did you catch that? I mentioned YOU in the interview!

Ok, maybe not by name…but I talked about the fun content Patch is going to be sending out to Nenn Pen subscribers. If you aren’t already following Nenn Pen, sign up below so you don’t miss out!

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Here’s what readers are saying about Patch:

Patch is adorable and spunky and meets lots of great friends! The illustrations are very colorful and fun. My grandson loves it!! – Tammy

Entertaining for both children and parents. Vibrant pictures bring the story to life!! – A.K.

Fun story that my grandkids love. Kerry’s last children’s book “T-Rex In My Closet” is a favorite, and Patch now joins the favorites list. – Kim

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Meet Patch!

Patch is going on an igloo adventure…
and you’re invited!

Today, my second children’s book, Patch’s Igloo Adventure, sets sail.

Here’s the scoop on this adorable picture book:

  • Fun read-aloud and read-along for little ones ages 3-7.
  • Whoosh! Zoom! Plop! Sound words make Patch’s adventure come to life. Whee!

Ready for fun and giggles? Get your copy today.

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P.S. If you haven’t discovered them yet, be sure to check out my other books.

Dad Sayings

I was listening to the radio last week, and the DJ asked listeners to call in with their favorite “Dad sayings” (phrases their dads always used). That made me remember this blog post I created many years ago.

In honor of Father’s Day, I thought I’d repost.

Miss you, Dad.

Catchphrases Caught

“Swampeast Missoura.”

This is the description my dad often gave for where he grew up. For those of you who are not familiar with the lingo, that translates to southeast Missouri. More specifically, Charleston, MO. It was in this small town, current population 5,000, that my dad was raised.

This phrase is just the first in a long list of quirky sayings that my dad regularly used. Attribute them to his home town, his family, or just his personality. Whatever the reason, there are things I will always remember him say:

“God must really love ugly people, because he sure made a lot of ‘em.” – What can I say? He was an honest man.

“Want to see an old Indian trick?” – Not too PC in this day and age, but my dad didn’t care. This question would precede the explanation of an easy way to do something (like smashing up jelly in the jar before scooping it out so it spreads easier.)

“Here ain’t somebody.” – Gazing out the window, to get you to look for someone. Followed by:

“Made ya look, ya dirty crook, ya stole your mama’s pocket book.” – Ha!

“Rise and shine! It’s time to get up in the morning!” – What I heard in grade school, before I got older, got an alarm clock, and got myself up.

On frustration:

“Son of a biscuit-eater!” – A light-hearted version of the more common phrase. Not the version used when doing car repairs.

“Cotton-pickin’…” – Could be followed by any person, place, or thing.

“Cotton-picker!” – Was the person, place, or thing.

On fashion:

“Shamed up hussy!” – Scantily clad woman.

“Naked as a jay bird!” – Pretty self explanatory if you’ve ever seen a bird.

On complaining:

“You’d gripe if you was hung with a new rope!” – People loved to argue with him on this one.

On banking:

“Bring me back a nickel’s worth of twenties!” I never really got this one, but it was a frequent request.

On bathing:

“Use soap and water!” – His advice if someone announced they were about to take a shower.

“I bathe once a week whether I need it or not.” – To produce shock on listeners’ faces.

On visitors:

“Leave the door open and who knows what will walk in!” – When company arrived.

“Come back when ya ain’t got so long to stay!” or “No use rushin’ off in the heat of the day.” – When company left. The length of their stay did not affect what saying was used.

“Want some stump-water?” – Offering a cup of coffee.

On eating:

“That’ll do ‘til you can make supper.” – After finishing a large meal, to razz the cook.

“It has a whang to it.” – Something with a funny aftertaste.

“My breakfast is gettin’ pretty thin.” – He hadn’t eaten in a while and was ready for dinner.

Lastly, and most importantly, on affection:

“Bless your little pea-pickin’ heart.” – I’m not sure what makes a pea-pickin’ heart different from a regular one.

“I’m proud for ya.” – Not ‘of you,’ but that’s what it meant. Man, I miss hearing this one.

“I love you with all my heart, bricks, and blood.” – This one actually originated with me. I was sitting on my dad’s lap, just barely old enough to remember it. My dad had said he loved me, and then added, with all his heart. I then asked if he loved me with all his blood, too. Yes, he answered, smiling. With the logic of a small child, I tried to come up with something else we were “made up of” and asked if he loved me with all his bricks. Thus, the phrase was born and has been used ever since.

“The only one who could love you more than me is Jesus.” – If you’re reading this and know the love of Christ, this needs no further explanation. If you do not know this love, I pray you will. There is nothing like it. It makes this by far my dad’s best saying. I am very grateful to have heard it many times. What a gift to be loved so much. What a precious phrase that has been imbedded in my mind and heart.

Thank you, Father.