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Dec 2022
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A Prayer for the Overwhelmed Mom at Chri...

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Christmastime is a beautiful and holy time of year, causing us to pause and reflect on God’s rich love for us, soaking in all its wonders, but for the overwhelmed mom, going into this season can cause a surge of panic. As excitement and anticipation... 
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