Jan 16, 2020 | Faith, Faith & Family, HOSPITALITY, Intentional Living
Stowed away in our attic, I dusted off my high school diary. Paging through memories of old, I am instantly transported to a time in my life when school, friends, boys, and parents triggered to-do lists and declarations, resolutions, and remorse. A time when...
Dec 12, 2019 | Appetizers, FOOD, Recipes
Nine years ago, I first posted this marinated cheese recipe and it’s been a fan favorite ever since. While it presents like a gourmet crowd pleaser, it’s easy enough for all of us to make. Since I first posted this, stores have started selling cheese cut...
Dec 10, 2019 | Christmas, Faith
Have you started singing “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” yet? Admittedly, I’m a humming machine right now. The sights, sounds, and nostalgia of the holiday season have drawn me in, and my senses are celebrating from the simple pleasures. As I snuggle in my...
Nov 28, 2019 | Deals & Couponing
This specific deal may be over, but Discount Magazines still offer plenty of amazing deals every day. Check here to see what’s on sale today and if your favorites aren’t listed this week, check back because titles vary every week. I’m in the...
Nov 26, 2019 | Balancing the Budget, Deals, FINANCE
If you’ve followed me for any length of time, you know I’m passionate about encouraging meaningful connection, purposeful experiences and an understanding that it’s the “little things that are the big things.” With that being said, I also...
Nov 12, 2019 | Breakfast, FOOD, Muffins & Breads, Recipes
This Cinnamon Pecan Coffee Cake has been a favorite for years and it’s still going strong even though I first shared this back in 2013. It’s great to be able to make this ahead of time and have something piping hot out of the oven in the morning. Plus,...
Sep 25, 2019 | Faith, Faith & Family
I’ve been pounding on my piano keys a lot lately. Yes, pounding them hard, wrestling with sadness and questions and frustration. Creating beautiful music isn’t my goal. His glory is the goal and praising Him in the middle of pain is my desire. I’m compelled to turn my...
Apr 18, 2019 | Balancing the Budget, HOSPITALITY
Where are the months flying, my friends? I know I’ve given lip service to this before, but I WILL get back to posting here more regularly. There are so many things on my heart, not to mention fun things to share. For those that follow my on Instagram (where I...
Mar 26, 2019 | Balancing the Budget, FINANCE, Home Management, Hospitality & Entertaining
Come join us July 26 – 28 for Becoming 2019. We have saved you this seat!! I can’t believe I am announcing that registration for our eighth (or is it ninth) annual Becoming Conference is open. I am over the top thrilled to invite you to join us!! Whether...