Summer Archives - Kristin Saatzer

Summer of Praise

August 14, 2023 By Kristin Saatzer 4 Comments

“I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth.”

Psalm 34:1 KJV

How are you filling your soul this summer?

I’ve camped out in the Psalms. Reading through this beautiful poetic book and praying much of the prose, I find that my soul fills with more of God.

The time spent in praise is a gift I am greatly treasuring. I’ve pondered the power of praise and noted the various ways it benefits and fills me. Here are a few of them…

Praise is worship.

The Lord is my strength and my shield;
My heart trusts in him, and he helps me.
My heart leaps for joy,
And with my song I praise him. Psalm 28:7 (NIV)

Worship is an act of affection to God, and praise celebrates what God has done. I often read parts of the Psalms aloud to the Lord, showering love on Him with words that start in my heart. Come, let us adore Him with our voices and hearts. Continue Reading

Four Favorites for Summer

August 2, 2023 By Kristin Saatzer 2 Comments

Welcome to the dog days of summer. It sure is cooking in these parts!

Let’s talk about a few of my summer favorites:

I recently took a trip to Texas, and these worked great in my plane tote. TSA-Approved Clear Travel Toiletry Bag with Zippers Carry-on Travel Accessories Quart Size (2 pcs) https://amzn.to/3KkFxTD

I am almost done with this one. This bathing suit season, stick this book in your pool or beach bag (and be ready to do some spiritual/physical/emotional work). This read is just what the “diet culture” needs, and I am loving it. https://amzn.to/3qcwWLT

Brunch with Babs. They call her “everyone’s grandmother,” and she is a hoot. Plus, she is a wealth of knowledge: recipes, parties, holidays, cleaning, organizing, and fun. Look her up before you plan your next summer barbeque. She’s on all the socials and is a fun Instagram follow. https://www.brunchwithbabs.com/

Loving my new summer lipstick: Mary Kay Sunset Peach. I bought it from my favorite Mary Kay consultant: https://www.marykay.com/SHoughton

Enjoy these dog days! What are your summer favorites?

Blessings,

Kristin

Four Favorites for June

June 1, 2023 By Kristin Saatzer 4 Comments

Happy June, friends! Here are four fun things I’ve enjoyed lately that may heighten your summer mood…

Tis the season to grill! I gave my son this fun little gadget for his birthday, perfect for marinating your favorite meat. https://amzn.to/43izoii

Looking for a fabulous summer read? This memoir unfolds like a novel, as Beth Moore is a master storyteller. Impossible to put down: intense, funny, poignant, and profoundly moving. I am reading it for the second time with my book club. https://amzn.to/45IJLO4

Before you slather on all that sunscreen, check out this app that will tell you if it is full of chemicals or clean. Scan the product with the QR code. Household cleaners, makeup, and personal products, too. Think Dirty® Shop Clean – Clean Beauty App – Shop Clean Products – Think Dirty® Shop Clean. (thinkdirtyapp.com)

I read this book countless times as a tween and was excited to see the movie. It did not disappoint. The acting is fantastic, as is the nostalgia. Grab your BFF, sister, daughter, or mom. Pop the corn, break out the candy, and escape the heat on a hot summer night. https://amzn.to/3OTr586

What are you enjoying these days?

Happy Summer!

June 21, 2021 By Kristin Saatzer 6 Comments

Hi friends,

Summer always blows in with the scent of nostalgia: Coppertone sunscreen, pool chlorine, and the faint whiff of musty sand. The finest bouquet.

I am crazy about this time of year—the feel of my library book in its plastic cover perfectly gripped in my hands. Next to me, ice melts in my glass of brewed iced tea. I enjoy these the most with the sound of the ocean merely steps away.

To kick off the season, I thought I’d share a few favorites or favorites “to be.” It’s been a while!

So here are five for you…

Books:

My book club just finished a fascinating book called, The Library Book by Susan Orlean. For fans of libraries and books, this is the one for you. It is about many things, including a mystery fire, bad guys, good guys, librarians, and lively library history. And it is long. But worth it.

One I plan to read this summer: Haven Point by Virginia Hume. It looks like the perfect beach read: Multigenerational with strong women, focused around the family property on the coast of Maine.

(Look for me on Goodreads.com to see what else I’m reading these days.)

App:

The Pause app (www.pauseapp.com or wherever apps are sold)

A one minute (or more) pause in the day to focus the mind on Jesus. Led by the developer and author John Eldredge. I play it a few times a day to quiet my monkey mind. Two thumbs up!

Music:

These days, my best-loved Pandora station is “We The Kingdom”, a contemporary Christian family band with so much heart and passion. Number two is Thomas Rhett. No description needed, of course.

Sports:

Summer and sports go together like peas and corn. Watching my San Diego Padres is a joy. Need a team? They are a blast to watch!

Coming soon- I plan to be hopelessly obsessed with the Olympics (as I always am).

What are you watching, reading, or listening to these days? Let me know in the comments.

May your summer be filled with your favorite things!

Blessings,

Kristin