The last couple of years have been... crazy.

Two of my immediate family members experienced sudden, unexplained physical conditions that left that temporarily practically bedridden. Around the same time, I got pregnant with our 4th baby (unexpectedly) and was so sick I couldn't even walk.

Fun times.

So this past Spring, I decided to get a "real" job to help pay off all these fun new (and expensive) medical bills we suddenly accumulated.

I got an amazing job I was REALLY excited about. I prayed about it, negotiated exactly what I wanted (30 hrs/week, 100% remote, 100% flex hours, super family-friendly company), and it was all green lights. I was SO excited!

Sure, it was a LOT to juggle with 4 jobs and 4 kids. But I was determined to make it work. I woke up early. I stayed up late. I spent countless hours writing while holding a wiggly, fussy baby who was doing everything she could to make sure I got nothing done.

I was exhausted. I was dealing with postpartum anxiety. But I was doing it!

And then, out of the blue... I got let go.

Now, I've spent most of the last month thinking, "I have NO idea what God is up to, but He's clearly up to something, so I guess I'll grab the popcorn and see what happens."

Because sometimes... that's all you can do. 🤷‍♀️

I don't know what next year holds. But God does. And that's enough for me.

In the meantime, I now have an extra 30 hours a week to work on creating AMAZING, helpful, encouraging content for you, so I'm excited about that. I have some big things planned that I think you're really going to love.

Stay tuned, because you're going to love all the good things coming -- soon!

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--Brittany Ann

Equipping Godly Women

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Star of Bethlehem Ornament Tutorial

Looking for a Christmas craft that’s actually meaningful (not just another glitter explosion on your kitchen table?) 😂

This Star of Bethlehem ornament craft is simple, beautiful, and only costs about $0.30 each to make. It’s the perfect way to help your kids slow down, get creative, and remember the real story behind Christmas.

​Get the full instructions here.​

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10 Easy and Inexpensive Christmas Crafts​

​Want even more great ideas? I've compiled some of my favorite, tried-and-true crafts from around the web and from EGW, so you don't have to spend time scrolling.

The ideas here range from gift-able to edible (every kid's favorite), so you can do them all and not get bored -- perfect!

​Find them all here.​

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Now Hiring #1: Esther Press

​Esther Press (my book publisher!) currently has openings for experienced devotional writers and SEO article writers who can submit 1-2 articles every couple months.

Not only is this a paid position, but it's also a fantastic opportunity to have your work professionally edited (improve your writing skills!) and to get on the radar of a publisher for Christian women specifically.

MUST have exceptionally strong writing skills and published writing samples in whichever style you'd like to apply for.

​Interested? Go here to learn more.​

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Now Hiring #2: Equipping Godly Women

I'm currently offering a PAID INTERNSHIP for someone who can help me create written content (email, social, podcast) for Equipping Godly Women.

This role is perfect for an aspiring/up-and-coming writer or marketer who wants an absolute MASTERCLASS of behind-the-scenes knowledge in Christian content publishing.

Must be a self-starter who is naturally motivated to learn and grow, who welcomes feedback, and who can write in Equipping Godly Women's unique brand voice.

​Interested? Go here to learn more.​

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