Carrie Bevell Partridge

Faith, Family

A Tribute to Tradition

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It’s hard to tell when traditions actually begin or why they begin. I just know my family has them, especially around Christmastime. First of all, we insist on having a live tree. I’d like to say we go to a…

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Not-So-Traditional Thanksgivings

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When I was growing up, every year we had the same Thanksgiving tradition at my grandparents’ house. It was always my family, my aunt, my uncle, my cousins, my grandparents, turkey, dressing (the best I’ve ever had!), twice-baked potatoes, homemade…

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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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/1402/

“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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/1403/

"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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/1406/

"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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/1475/

"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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/julie/

“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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/1415/

"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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/1424/

“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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/1426/

"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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/1427/

"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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/1429/

"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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/1434/

"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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/1436/

"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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/1441/

“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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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

https://carriebevellpartridge.com/testimonials/1445/

“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

Carrie Bevell Partridge

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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