Welcome! I’m Jean Ann Duckworth, founder & director of Simple Joy. We have many exciting things planned for you in 2019, including the launch of our GraceSpace social network for women & our Sisters of Simple Joy small groups. We are working to develop programs & materials for women to access no matter where they live. Features include: Online classes;…
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Now Available! Empowered by Faith Bible Study
My latest book was released yesterday & is now available on Amazon. This 24 lesson Bible study discusses the relationship between fear & faith, offering stories from the Bible of people who either show tremendous faith under impossible circumstances or acted out of fear when they had every reason to remain strong. Each lesson gives on overview of the story,…
The Guilty Mommy Guide 2 Life Lesson 1: Stop Calling It Guilt!
I like watching courtroom programs like Law & Order & Perry Mason. One thing they have taught me is the meaning of guilt. In my opinion, guilt implies a misdeed has been done. Sometimes, such as on these shows, the misdeed is a terrible crime, someone has broken the law. At other times, people have done something bad that may…
The Amazing Power of VBS Video Edition: Introduction
You Are Not Alone!
I wanted to launch this site with this quote to help remind you that you are not alone. Not only is the Lord with you always but I am here for you. And, I am working to build a network of Guilty Girls that can encourage & support one another. Help is always right there for you. Push through your…
Kick Off Summer by Preparing for Back-to-School: #4 Create a Budget
It’s easy to overspend during BTS. Even if you only buy the essentials, those items can be a lot of money. You must sit down with your list & create a budget. Knowing ahead of time what BTS is going to cost prevents surprises.
Kick Off Summer by Preparing for Back-to-School: #2 Clean Out & Organize
Have you ever prepared for back to school after a long summer, dug a backpack out from under a bed, only to find a 2 month old sandwich rotting on the bottom of the backpack? Do you spend the week or two before school starts trying to determine what clothes still fit, what shoes still have life left in them,…
Kick Off Summer by Preparing for Back-to-School: #1 Create a Master Notebook
BTS prep includes so much information, so many lists. Keep everything together in a master notebook. Create a tab for each of your kids & a general tab with budget, shopping lists, calendar & more.
Kick Off Summer by Preparing for Back-to-School: Introduction
When I was a kid, my mom always encouraged me to get my homework done on Friday so I wouldn’t have it hanging over my head all weekend. “Put it behind you & you can relax, enjoy the weekend!” she always said. I wasn’t always good about following that advice but over the years, as a mom, I understand…