Carrie Bevell Partridge

Marriage

How Well Do You Know Your Spouse?

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My husband and I have had the opportunity to go on several cruises over the years, and one of the typical activities for entertainment during the week is a live version of “The Newlywed Game.” The cruise director finds three…

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Family

Upcoming Events

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I’m excited to have a few upcoming book signing events for my Growth Spurts book! Simpson County folks, I hope to see you at the Simpson County, MS Bicentennial 2024 Art Show & Book Signing! Columbus folks, I hope to…

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Marriage

Valentine’s or Anytime: 5 Creative Date Ideas

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Do you and your husband have date nights on a regular basis? I hope so! I believe it is important to prioritize intentional time together, to continue to cultivate a growing relationship and to deepen intimacy. As followers of Christ,…

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Family

Let’s Get Moving! — Why Physical Activity Is a Very Big Deal

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Our bodies were meant to move. Marci Williams feels passionately about this statement, and it is her mission to help kids–particularly kids who aren’t necessarily athletes–appreciate exercise and learn how to be physically active for life. In fact, this mom…

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Happy Campers and Teachable Moments

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The first time I dropped my daughter off at an overnight camp, I left in tears. This happened pretty much every time my firstborn reached a milestone, but this time was particularly tender. She was going to be gone for…

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The Wide World of Sports…and the Teachable Moments to Be Found There

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Whether our kids are natural athletes or not, they can learn much about themselves and about life by taking part in team sports, even if it’s just for a short time. Sure, they’ll learn how to pass a ball, swing…

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Gratitude for Laughter

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My husband knows that one of his most important jobs is to help me laugh. I tend to be all serious and stuff on my own, but I really do LOVE to laugh. I NEED to laugh! We all do.…

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Gratitude for Play

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Have you ever stopped to be grateful for play? Some people are really good at making play a priority for themselves and their families; others (like me) get so focused on “getting things done” that we forget about the importance…

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DIY Cake Catastrophes…and the Teachable Moments They Provide

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Picture this. My five-year-old son asked for a King Kong-themed birthday party, to which I quickly agreed and began planning my DIY King Kong birthday cake masterpiece. It is worth noting here that I am neither a professional baker nor…

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Summer Fun with the Grandparents: Teachable Moments Included

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Over the last year, many of us were unable to spend time in person with extended family members – especially grandparents. So our gatherings this summer will be particularly special. And, parents, we can make this time even more meaningful…

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"Carrie's 'Growth Spurts' column, which ran in Parents & Kids Magazine for nearly a decade, could make you laugh and cry (sometimes at the same time) but always rang true and always had a bit of wisdom for our readers. She consistently provided parents with anecdotes from her family life, which ultimately led to beautiful, and sometimes difficult, lessons learned."

Gretchen - Owner/Publisher, Parents & Kids Media; Author, Organize Your Life! - Mississippi

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2020-02-27T15:51:09+00:00

"Carrie's 'Growth Spurts' column, which ran in Parents & Kids Magazine for nearly a decade, could make you laugh and cry (sometimes at the same time) but always rang true and always had a bit of wisdom for our readers. She consistently provided parents with anecdotes from her family life, which ultimately led to beautiful, and sometimes difficult, lessons learned." Gretchen - Owner/Publisher, Parents & Kids Media; Author, Organize Your Life! - Mississippi

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“As one who is not yet privileged to be a mama, yet hopes beyond all hopes to someday be a mama, and potentially through the avenue of adopting an older child - I found Carrie’s writing to be really helpful.”

Kathryn - Curriculum Specialist, LifeWay - Texas

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2020-02-27T15:56:35+00:00

“As one who is not yet privileged to be a mama, yet hopes beyond all hopes to someday be a mama, and potentially through the avenue of adopting an older child - I found Carrie’s writing to be really helpful.” Kathryn - Curriculum Specialist, LifeWay - Texas

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"Carrie writes with heart and conviction for today's parents. Her writing communicates essential information while also providing inspirational wisdom from her years of parenting experience. When you read Carrie's words, you're inspired to be a better parent, grandparent, or any type of Christian role model for our children."

Cheryl - Mother of 3; Grandmother of 6; Author; Journalist; Adjunct Professor, University of Alabama; Coordinator, Southern Christian Writers Conference - Alabama

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2020-02-27T16:26:01+00:00

"Carrie writes with heart and conviction for today's parents. Her writing communicates essential information while also providing inspirational wisdom from her years of parenting experience. When you read Carrie's words, you're inspired to be a better parent, grandparent, or any type of Christian role model for our children." Cheryl - Mother of 3; Grandmother of 6; Author; Journalist; Adjunct Professor, University of Alabama; Coordinator, Southern Christian Writers Conference - Alabama

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"Carrie is such a talented writer. I am in awe at how well she can put all of those emotions into words. She is real, raw, and nothing less than amazing. What a blessing she is to her readers and her family."

Fanasy - Mother of 5 - Mississippi

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2020-05-05T21:51:18+00:00

"Carrie is such a talented writer. I am in awe at how well she can put all of those emotions into words. She is real, raw, and nothing less than amazing. What a blessing she is to her readers and her family." Fanasy - Mother of 5 - Mississippi

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"Parenting is most definitely a sanctifying process, and we all need to be encouraged and edified in the midst of it. In Carrie's writings, she is doing a great job of just that."

Nan - Mother of 2, Former Children's Ministry Director - Arkansas

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2020-02-26T20:19:58+00:00

"Parenting is most definitely a sanctifying process, and we all need to be encouraged and edified in the midst of it. In Carrie's writings, she is doing a great job of just that." Nan - Mother of 2, Former Children's Ministry Director - Arkansas

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"Carrie’s writing is a gifted blend of both wisdom and humor. Her stories of faith, marriage, and family life have not only encouraged my heart, but also challenged me and motivated me as a wife and mother. Her deep reflection takes voice in her writing, and often leaves me feeling strengthened in my spiritual walk."

Christy - Mother of 4, Teacher - Georgia

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2020-02-26T20:25:35+00:00

"Carrie’s writing is a gifted blend of both wisdom and humor. Her stories of faith, marriage, and family life have not only encouraged my heart, but also challenged me and motivated me as a wife and mother. Her deep reflection takes voice in her writing, and often leaves me feeling strengthened in my spiritual walk." Christy - Mother of 4, Teacher - Georgia

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"Carrie is a gifted writer and full of wisdom about marriage and family!"

Julie - Mother of 6, Adoptive Parent, Teacher - Virginia

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2020-02-26T20:43:18+00:00

"Carrie is a gifted writer and full of wisdom about marriage and family!" Julie - Mother of 6, Adoptive Parent, Teacher - Virginia

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“Carrie shares the highs and lows, the good and bad, of being married, being a parent, and most importantly, all from the perspective of being a Christ-follower. Her writing has a great flow and conveys truth and emotions that draw her readers in. Fresh, honest insights on all things ‘family.’”

Ben - Father of 2, Discipleship and Ministries Pastor - Mississippi

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2020-02-27T17:11:33+00:00

“Carrie shares the highs and lows, the good and bad, of being married, being a parent, and most importantly, all from the perspective of being a Christ-follower. Her writing has a great flow and conveys truth and emotions that draw her readers in. Fresh, honest insights on all things ‘family.’” Ben - Father of 2, Discipleship and Ministries Pastor - Mississippi

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"Carrie’s writing really inspires me. The thoughtfulness in her parenting articles leaves me daydreaming of becoming a mom someday. She’s also someone I feel like I could go to with any questions I have about anything marriage or family related. Working with Carrie in person is even more of a privilege than reading her writing."

Rhyan - Columnist, Parents & Kids Magazine - Mississippi

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2020-03-02T16:12:17+00:00

"Carrie’s writing really inspires me. The thoughtfulness in her parenting articles leaves me daydreaming of becoming a mom someday. She’s also someone I feel like I could go to with any questions I have about anything marriage or family related. Working with Carrie in person is even more of a privilege than reading her writing." Rhyan - Columnist, Parents & Kids Magazine - Mississippi

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“Carrie’s writing is honest and real. She shares her own journey of growth vulnerably, inviting others to grow, too. She invites readers into a journey to grow and learn.”

Christina - Mother of 3; Adoptive Parent; Former Foster Parent; Founder, End It For Good; Foster Care Advocate - Mississippi

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2020-03-10T17:35:03+00:00

“Carrie’s writing is honest and real. She shares her own journey of growth vulnerably, inviting others to grow, too. She invites readers into a journey to grow and learn.” Christina - Mother of 3; Adoptive Parent; Former Foster Parent; Founder, End It For Good; Foster Care Advocate - Mississippi

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"I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to read Carrie’s articles for most of my parenting life. Having the privilege of calling her a friend for decades now, I trust her to be honest, practical, witty, and encouraging. I’m thankful for her gift of weaving words together to tell stories that connect with her readers."

Julie - Mother of 3; Adoptive Parent; Director, Hearts of Compassion - Mississippi

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2020-03-02T16:39:37+00:00

"I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to read Carrie’s articles for most of my parenting life. Having the privilege of calling her a friend for decades now, I trust her to be honest, practical, witty, and encouraging. I’m thankful for her gift of weaving words together to tell stories that connect with her readers." Julie - Mother of 3; Adoptive Parent; Director, Hearts of Compassion - Mississippi

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"Carrie’s writing has always inspired me. Her wisdom shines through in very practical ways. I feel challenged, inspired, and like I’m not alone in what I’m going through as a wife and mother. Her empathetic voice makes me feel encouraged and supported as I celebrate the joys and take on the challenges in my life."

Christy - Mother of 3 - Texas

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2020-03-02T16:43:55+00:00

"Carrie’s writing has always inspired me. Her wisdom shines through in very practical ways. I feel challenged, inspired, and like I’m not alone in what I’m going through as a wife and mother. Her empathetic voice makes me feel encouraged and supported as I celebrate the joys and take on the challenges in my life." Christy - Mother of 3 - Texas

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"When reading about Carrie's next mom revelation, you end up reliving it yourself. It is quite the experience. There are tears, there is laughter... Next come the personal observations floating to the surface, and, of course, the necessary reevaluation of your own experiences with loved ones. And then, undeniably, there is the encouragement - the most delightful part, the icing on the cake, the reminder every tired, sleep-deprived, and overwhelmed mama needs to hear."

Dasha - Mother of 2; Managing Editor, Parents & Kids Magazine; Teacher - Mississippi

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2020-03-02T16:51:21+00:00

"When reading about Carrie's next mom revelation, you end up reliving it yourself. It is quite the experience. There are tears, there is laughter... Next come the personal observations floating to the surface, and, of course, the necessary reevaluation of your own experiences with loved ones. And then, undeniably, there is the encouragement - the most delightful part, the icing on the cake, the reminder every tired, sleep-deprived, and overwhelmed mama needs to hear." Dasha - Mother of 2; Managing Editor, Parents & Kids Magazine; Teacher - Mississippi

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/1431/

"Carrie uses her gift of writing to share experiences that make us feel less alone as wives and mothers. Whether she is sharing a thoughtful reflection or an inspiring idea, her authenticity and vulnerability make the reader feel as if they are having a conversation with an old friend."

Ashley - Mother of 3; Professor, Mississippi College - Mississippi

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2020-03-02T17:02:55+00:00

"Carrie uses her gift of writing to share experiences that make us feel less alone as wives and mothers. Whether she is sharing a thoughtful reflection or an inspiring idea, her authenticity and vulnerability make the reader feel as if they are having a conversation with an old friend." Ashley - Mother of 3; Professor, Mississippi College - Mississippi

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"Carrie’s writing is a voice of peace and calm in the midst of the fervor of family life. She writes with a wisdom that is timely and applicable to my marriage and my parenting. I am consistently reminded through her writing to turn my eyes back to Christ."

Emily - Mother of 3; Executive Director, Red Door Jackson - Mississippi

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2020-02-28T03:18:10+00:00

"Carrie’s writing is a voice of peace and calm in the midst of the fervor of family life. She writes with a wisdom that is timely and applicable to my marriage and my parenting. I am consistently reminded through her writing to turn my eyes back to Christ." Emily - Mother of 3; Executive Director, Red Door Jackson - Mississippi

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/1422/

"Carrie has a way of writing about the 'personal' in her world and making it personal to you. She is a genuine and creative storyteller where the reader is left with an invitation to ponder, discover, improve, laugh, shed some tears, and absolutely resonate."

Patti - Mother of 3; Client Advocate, Pregnancy Help and Information Center - Florida

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2020-03-02T17:31:03+00:00

"Carrie has a way of writing about the 'personal' in her world and making it personal to you. She is a genuine and creative storyteller where the reader is left with an invitation to ponder, discover, improve, laugh, shed some tears, and absolutely resonate." Patti - Mother of 3; Client Advocate, Pregnancy Help and Information Center - Florida

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"I loved it. I kept wanting to read more."

Careen - Mother of 5; Grandmother of 11; Author, Hello, Young Mothers; MOPS Mentor-Mom; Retired Teacher; Blogger - Georgia

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2020-03-10T18:18:13+00:00

"I loved it. I kept wanting to read more." Careen - Mother of 5; Grandmother of 11; Author, Hello, Young Mothers; MOPS Mentor-Mom; Retired Teacher; Blogger - Georgia

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“Carrie blends the voice of her own parenting experience with a wit and wisdom that gives parents the encouragement they need to keep going!”

Jeremy - Father of 2; Coaching Director, Ministry to Parents - Tennessee

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2020-03-16T18:49:45+00:00

“Carrie blends the voice of her own parenting experience with a wit and wisdom that gives parents the encouragement they need to keep going!” Jeremy - Father of 2; Coaching Director, Ministry to Parents - Tennessee

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“Carrie’s writing feels more like a conversation from a friend that’s filled with real-life wisdom.”

Elisabeth - Mother of 2; Content Director, Ministry to Parents - Tennessee

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2020-03-16T18:55:40+00:00

“Carrie’s writing feels more like a conversation from a friend that’s filled with real-life wisdom.” Elisabeth - Mother of 2; Content Director, Ministry to Parents - Tennessee

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/1447/

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