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Kristin Billerbeck
Silicon Valley
Author of Chick Lit & Women's Fiction Wife of One, Mother of Four
Interests: fiction, reading, pop culture, literature, learning, current events, luxury handbags, writing, books, psychology, culture, publishing, great shoes, fashion, other people's point of view, Bravo, humor,
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#TheGoldenBachelor -- what did you think?
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The church is often a cold place that doesn't reflect "love others as yourself" and that is very sad. A lot of times you can go to an AA meeting and find more acceptance. That shouldn't be. Not that AA isn't a great organization, but we should really do better at accepting others where they are.
I remember this old pastor I had. He'd been a Marine and spent 25 years in Africa as a missionary. He had a couple who lived together come to a Bible study and people were awful about it. He said, it's God's job to condemn, not mine. Eventually, she came to faith and the guy faded away. We never know what people will do with the seeds that are planted.
Have your spiritual gifts changed over time?
This week my Bible study had us take a short spiritual gifts test. Unlike my Myers-Briggs, which has never changed since college (INFP) that was not true for my spiritual gifts. I used to have "Hospitality" in my second place slot and maybe that's because I had a big house, and I always had peop...
I think that's why alternative doctors became so popular. If they did nothing else, they listened!
When in Sedona...
Yesterday, as we were driving through Sedona, we saw a "Salt Energy Healing Room" and a "Soul Spa" just to name a few alternative therapies. As a multiple sclerosis lifer (had it since I was 19) I am big on alternative therapies. The traditional meds they gave me in the 90's actually made me ...
#TheGoldenBachelor
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Have your spiritual gifts changed over time?
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When in Sedona...
Posted 6 days ago at Kristin Billerbeck's blog
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See, that's on them, but I understand people feeling judged. I'm not a big drinker either, but I grew up Catholic so drinking has nothing to do with your faith in the Catholic Church. Was I in for a surprise when I became Baptist. LOL I'm glad us square pegs are in the world! They need a little culture. LOL
Versions of Christianity -- Yes, there is more than one!
Years ago, I wrote "What a Girl Wants" for two reasons. One, because I had a singles' group at my house and it wasn't fair how God says that "beauty is fleeting & charm is deceiving", yet every time some new hot girl came into the group, religion seemed to fly out the window. The second reason ...
I'm so glad someone even knows who she is! There is something about her. I just want her to rise up and overcome!
Monday Musings -- And my favorite housewife has a DUI. That's not good.
It's Monday. I've been packing up all the stuff that makes my house "me" and making it the plain, white box everyone seems to want. I don't mind doing that for the next person, I just don't want to live in it. I want to live in the light, thank you very much. Elle sent me these at Target this mo...
LOL. One good way to ensure they're all alive!
Want a call from those you love? Cancel Netflix.
My son is trying to bring me into the current century and cancel cable. I'm not going to lie. I like cable. I can record things. I turn on the TV and everything is there, I don't have to figure out how to "find" what I want to watch, etc. My son is having none of this. I pay a lot of money for c...
Right? White is what you have when you have no choice! I'm really glad I'm not painting the outside modern farmhouse. I'm ready for that trend to die already. LOL
Decor: The White Box Phenomenon
When I was doing research for my "Pacific Avenue" books in San Francisco, I was mortified by how many people had taken Victorian houses and painted over all of the wood and created a "white box." Listen, if you want to live in a white box, that's your choice, but you've been entrusted with hist...
I'm sure I will be using it. Probably not in July and August. LOL
House Hunting in California: Crack house or Unabomber cabin?
I'm moving back home. The truth is, I'm a Californian through and through, and while that may not be a popular stance, it's mine. Yes, I'd even go to San Francisco if I could. I can't really afford where I grew up (the Bay Area outside of San Francisco) but I can go near my parents. (Between Tah...
That means a lot to me, Ashlin, thank you for sharing that.
Versions of Christianity -- Yes, there is more than one!
Years ago, I wrote "What a Girl Wants" for two reasons. One, because I had a singles' group at my house and it wasn't fair how God says that "beauty is fleeting & charm is deceiving", yet every time some new hot girl came into the group, religion seemed to fly out the window. The second reason ...
It has not been a good two days. I need a reset. : )
Versions of Christianity -- Yes, there is more than one!
Years ago, I wrote "What a Girl Wants" for two reasons. One, because I had a singles' group at my house and it wasn't fair how God says that "beauty is fleeting & charm is deceiving", yet every time some new hot girl came into the group, religion seemed to fly out the window. The second reason ...
Aww, that is so sweet. Thank you. I was not feeling very Christian this morning. What a rough day. Attaching motive is really a slippery slope. But now, I will keep my opinion to myself in certain circles. LOL
Versions of Christianity -- Yes, there is more than one!
Years ago, I wrote "What a Girl Wants" for two reasons. One, because I had a singles' group at my house and it wasn't fair how God says that "beauty is fleeting & charm is deceiving", yet every time some new hot girl came into the group, religion seemed to fly out the window. The second reason ...
Exactly how I feel about it. I'm excited to start it because I love her personality. I don't know if you're familiar with Andy Cohen of Bravo, but he's pretty anti-Christian, and she presented her story about God, and so did Julie Chen Mooves, who he's known since college. It was inspiring to watch them talk about their journey and none of us are going to get an audience with those kinds of Hollywood elite. More power to them.
Versions of Christianity -- Yes, there is more than one!
Years ago, I wrote "What a Girl Wants" for two reasons. One, because I had a singles' group at my house and it wasn't fair how God says that "beauty is fleeting & charm is deceiving", yet every time some new hot girl came into the group, religion seemed to fly out the window. The second reason ...
Versions of Christianity -- Yes, there is more than one!
Posted Sep 20, 2023 at Kristin Billerbeck's blog
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Want a call from those you love? Cancel Netflix.
My son is trying to bring me into the current century and cancel cable. I'm not going to lie. I like cable. I can record things. I turn on the TV and everything is there, I don't have to figure out how to "find" what I want to watch, etc.... Continue reading
Posted Sep 19, 2023 at Kristin Billerbeck's blog
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Monday Musings -- And my favorite housewife has a DUI. That's not good.
Posted Sep 18, 2023 at Kristin Billerbeck's blog
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I love my house so much. I will miss it. But I miss being close to family too much. Of course you would understand, you restored a Victorian...properly!
Decor: The White Box Phenomenon
When I was doing research for my "Pacific Avenue" books in San Francisco, I was mortified by how many people had taken Victorian houses and painted over all of the wood and created a "white box." Listen, if you want to live in a white box, that's your choice, but you've been entrusted with hist...
Decor: The White Box Phenomenon
Posted Sep 15, 2023 at Kristin Billerbeck's blog
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I have. I love the way she breaks things down by different styles. It was helpful in understanding my family.
Organization for ADDers
My name is Kristin and I have ADD. I had it when girls didn't have it basically. (Ahem!) You were just called talkative, distracted and worse. We didn't have ADD meds -- not for girls anyway. My boy cousin was given Ritalin. I was just made to stay after school. Luckily for me, I come from a ...
It will be hard. I'm very sad about that, but I will be back. My son is here. You guys are here. It's a simple trip back.
House Hunting in California: Crack house or Unabomber cabin?
I'm moving back home. The truth is, I'm a Californian through and through, and while that may not be a popular stance, it's mine. Yes, I'd even go to San Francisco if I could. I can't really afford where I grew up (the Bay Area outside of San Francisco) but I can go near my parents. (Between Tah...
Wouldn't that be so me? I'm not going to paint the interior. It's a professional job and if they don't like it, they can pay to change it, just like I did.
House Hunting in California: Crack house or Unabomber cabin?
I'm moving back home. The truth is, I'm a Californian through and through, and while that may not be a popular stance, it's mine. Yes, I'd even go to San Francisco if I could. I can't really afford where I grew up (the Bay Area outside of San Francisco) but I can go near my parents. (Between Tah...
Thank you, Julie. I'm anxious to get there.
House Hunting in California: Crack house or Unabomber cabin?
I'm moving back home. The truth is, I'm a Californian through and through, and while that may not be a popular stance, it's mine. Yes, I'd even go to San Francisco if I could. I can't really afford where I grew up (the Bay Area outside of San Francisco) but I can go near my parents. (Between Tah...
House Hunting in California: Crack house or Unabomber cabin?
Posted Sep 12, 2023 at Kristin Billerbeck's blog
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