Thirty minutes, forty-five, sixty, the minutes merge together as emotions whirl. The same woods that serve as a place of refuge and tranquility for me, now stirs desperation. This place of silence, which should be a balm to my soul, [...]
Are You Ready for Mother’s Day?
May10
Since it’s been such an emotional week after our huge scare on Tuesday, I’ve been a bit out of sorts, and unfortunately, did not get around to posting some of the new Mother’s Day traditions I wanted to share. I’ve [...]
Your Whole Life Can Change In a Terrifying Instant
May9
Taken from my post: Mealtime Magic: the Joy of an unexpected blessing. Yesterday morning, I sat at this table writing my Tasty Tuesday post about lessons that I wanted to learn. I was speaking about tangible life skills like canning [...]
Free Mother’s Day Coupon Book
May5
Browse my Mother’s Day category to enjoy many more Mother’s Day tradition, craft and food ideas. Considering that Quality Time and Acts of Service are my two top “love languages,” it’s a joy to offer you this FREE printable Mother’s [...]
Bring Me Up to Speed: What’s the Going Rate?
May3
Have you ever just chuckled when you are smack dab in the middle of a conversation, and then you realize if there were any outside ears listening, that person would surely raise their eyebrows and wonder about you? Yes, our [...]
Doing Life Together
Apr30
A God sized dream became realized over the weekend. 1700 women from all over the world gathered in small groups to share life together. Introverts, extroverts, single, married, leaders, followers, a magnificent paradox of people created real life community that [...]
And I Wonder Why Teaching Phonics is so Difficult?
Apr28
Our eight year old daughter just finished reading a story to me, and unlike our eldest child who polished off The Hobbit in second grade, and the Lord of the Rings trilogy in third, this sweet blessing is slowly plodding [...]
Confessions of a Mom: Dental Visit Defector
Apr19
I admit it. It has taken me nearly eighteen years of mothering to finally get my act together when it comes to regularly scheduled dental visits. For years, as a young mom, I would hide my head in shame when [...]
He is Risen Indeed!
Apr8
Do you know Him? Do you know my King? He paid my debt; He gave His life for me, but the grave couldn’t hold Him, and because of this, I am FREE. This greatest sacrifice. This unfathomable gift. Hallelujah, He [...]
Fun and Festive Bunny Napkin Fold
Apr5
When I entertain, I love to create and develop a simple, yet fun and elegant tablescapes on a budget. I always make sure that some unique napkin fold comes into play. Learning to fold napkins is such an easy way [...]
Easter Bunny Sweet Trail
Apr4
Easter Bunny Sweet Trail For those of you who enjoy engaging your children’s imaginations with the Easter Bunny, you already know that your children or grandchildren look forward to the Easter Bunny every single year. There are many delightful ways [...]
Embrace the Hair Challenge: Be Inspired – Bald is Beautiful
Mar30
It’s been fun sharing some creative hair inspiration, and considering I am only about 1/3 of the way through my 30 days of posting ideas, it will definitely continue. What I am sharing today is the most important Hair Challenge [...]
Ever So Fun Inexpensive Table Centerpieces (perfect for Easter)
Mar29
I shared my favorite ever table scape idea right before Easter last year, and for many of you, it was too late to give it a try. Since I am just starting my Wheat Grass centerpiece, as in, I have [...]
Easter, The Bunny, and Me: Sunday Ponderings
Mar25
As a young mom, with four babies in five years, many years of my life swirled around a few choice things. One, that all oatmeal pieces were out of my hair by noon. Two, that all my personal undergarments were [...]
Magic Jelly Beans to Lollipops Garden Cake (Easter Tradition, but perfect for any party)
Mar21
Some of the most memorable and imaginative traditions that I incorporated into our family tapestry came when our children were young. The first year I did this Magic Jelly Beans to Lollipop Garden Cake, it was pure magic. I wish [...]
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