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A stillborn baby is still born.

Nan Carlton honors the birthdate of her eldest brother, William.

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In the stillness of the midnight…

Nan Carlton shares her “game plan” when plagued with insomnia at bedtime.

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“Our best teachers… instill a true desire to learn.”

It’s August—the back-to-school month for many teachers and students. Nan Carlton dedicates this blog to teachers who instill a love of learning in their pupils.

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“Peace, be still.”

It’s July. Lots of stormy weather on the horizon. Nan Carlton shares how she deals with the storms of life.

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“Our flag was still there . . . “

Discover how Nan Carlton creatively uses the word STILL in this month’s patriotic blog post.

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Stillwater, OK. Foster care. Children’s literature. Is there a connection here?

Stillwater, Oklahoma. Foster care. Children’s literature. What can these three things possibly have in common? Nan Carlton invites folks to read her May 2026 blog post and discover the answer.

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“Stilliforms” of Joy

Continuing her 2026 focus on words embedded with the letters “s-t-i-l-l,” Nan Carlton introduces her readers to the word stilliform.

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A still small voice . . .

In the blustery (and noisy) month of March, Nan Carlton expresses her desire for some much-needed stillness.

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Be still, my heart!

In honor of Valentine’s Day, Nan Carlton considers the familiar phrase, “Be still, my heart.”

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“He leadeth me beside the still waters.”

At the beginning of a new year, folks often choose a word to inspire them. Nan Carlton’s word for 2026 is still.

(Photo location: Pond, Cape Charles, Virginia)

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Behold that star up yonder!

When we reflect on the star of Bethlehem this Christmas season, may we—like the Wise Men—rejoice with exceeding great joy.

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A bit of encouragement…

Nan Carlton reminds her readers that God loves all of His unique creations.

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An apple a day . . .

October is National Apple Month, and Nan Carlton is remembering her grandmother’s delicious homemade apple pie.

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Happy 95th Birthday, Old Gal!

Nan Carlton celebrates the 95th birthday of her Sears Kit Home. Woohoo!

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Oh, the People You’ll Meet!

Setting up the booth for another festival, Nan Carlton wonders who she will meet on this day.

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Grateful.

With a grateful heart, Nan Carlton reflects on the lyrics of her favorite Thanksgiving song, “Bless This House.” (And yes, Nan knows that it is July!)