I help you see
You Are Loved...
And Lovable!
Author, Inspirational Speaker & Mentor
Hi! I’m Mary Ellen.
A wife of over 50 years, a mom, encourager and entrepreneur - dedicated to helping you become the person you most want to be and have the marriage and family life of your dreams.
This is my husband, Bob Hastings - the best husband and life partner a girl could ask for!
Audience Tailored Presentations of Encouragement for Married Couples and Personal Growth Groups
I offer keynote speaking as well as facilitation of small and large workshops in a growth area of need: Pre-engagement, marriage, personal growth (body, mind, spirit), and more. I seek to inspire and encourage in how to overcome hurdles, conquer fears, and keep moving ahead with the purpose God has called you to.
We work with churches that offer couples and ladies groups in marriage ministry, faith-based marriage retreats and personal growth workshops.
With over 50 years of marriage, a lifetime of personal growth (individually, as a couple and as a family) and 38 years of entrepreneurship, I offer audience-tailored presentations of encouragement while sharing practical ideas from personal experience.
In Happy as 2 Pigs In a Blanket, stay-at-home mom and entrepreneur Mary Ellen Hastings shares the lessons she and her husband Bob learned through their determination to have an exceptional marriage. Bob and Mary Ellen Hastings committed themselves to growing together to become all they could be for each other, their children, and the world around them. They have accomplished their goal and are celebrating 50 years of wedded bliss!
Though popular media and some couples have lost sight of the personal growth possibilities within marriage, many husbands and wives would like to stay together for life. Bob and Mary Ellen wrote this book for couples with a desire to remain married in hopes of inspiring others to keep advancing in their quest for a lifetime of loving commitment.
Bob and Mary Ellen have been willing to take the time to learn the skills necessary to build on their strong foundation of love. Rather than drifting apart because each spouse was doing their own thing, Bob and Mary Ellen found ways of growing closer in their relationship while growing individually. They are indeed as carefree and happy as two pigs in a blanket and want other couples to be as well!
Happy as 2 Pigs In a Blanket chronicles the lessons Bob and Mary Ellen have learned along the way. This book shares principles and strategies for . . .
- • Respecting the marriage beginning and transitions .
- • Learning to be married .
- • Identifying and sharing core values .
- • Making memories that last a lifetime .
- • Communicating and sharing in the most important aspects of life .
- • Finding and building a couple identity .
- • Protecting marriage from outside pressures that threaten to destroy loving relationships.
Testimonials
This is one awesome little handbook for how to live a lifetime of happiness! I read this all in one sitting and knowing Mary Ellen personally, I could actually hear her voice as I read the book! This is a must read for all who are ENGAGED and want to know the secret to a happy and fulfilling marriage. I would also highly recommend it for folks who are already married and just need to REKINDLE their love and admiration for one another. It would make a great bridal shower gift.
The Detox Your Mind class encouraged me to prioritize the things that are valuable in my life. Mary Ellen is very motivating and inspiring! Personal growth is very important. I would highly recommend Mary Ellen to lead you in the right direction in life.
Just gave a copy of your book to my newly engaged niece and her fiancé. She was so happy and grateful for the gift. So am I! Thank you, Mary Ellen and Bob.
How I so enjoyed your book! Glad you had the courage, wisdom, and foresight to write something that will encourage so many in their marital relationship. Ralph and I are working on our “couple power” and building good memories.
Mary Ellen and Bob brought their 50 years of marriage experience and communication techniques to the couples who attended our Conference. Mary Ellen and Bob shared inspiring stories and examples of how to increase closeness. Their interactive style gave the couples private time to discuss and share intimately on topics vital to the growth of a godly marriage. Mary Ellen and Bob's honesty about their own marriage inspired our couples with courage to speak openly with each other.
As a teaching leader for a Moms' Mentoring Group of nearly 100 women at our church, I have happily welcomed Mary Ellen Hastings as a Special Guest Speaker twice over the course of two years. Mary Ellen has a zest for life, respect for her husband and a contagious love for God. She beams with joy and her words are pearls of wisdom. I would encourage other women's groups to invite Mary Ellen to bless them with a visit as well.
I would recommend this book whether you just got engaged or have been married for 20 years. There are so many life lessons and different ways you can learn to communicate better with your significant other or spouse. I learned you can be yourself and do things you love but also come together and do things you love together. 5 out of 5 stars!!