Here's what's on my mind... Kids are only little for a little bit, you know? Days go by so quickly that before we know it they've turned into weeks. I wrote this post, intended to edit it the same evening, and somehow that was already 2 weeks ago. So I scratched it all and started fresh. ...
Archives for July 2016
Speak Up!
Wherever you are, whatever you are doing, it is my prayer that RIGHT NOW in THIS MOMENT you would know and believe with your whole entire heart that YOU ARE LOVED. I don't know what you're going through, I don't know what you're going to face. I'm 30. You could argue that I haven't ...
Celebrate Absolutely Everything
Someone once told me "You guys celebrate everything!" At first I took it offensively, thinking we were being too frivolous or something. I mean, we probably were. Then I realized it was most likely a harmless comment that I instead chose to interpret as "Man, those people know how to always ...
How to Make Hard Boiled Eggs in the Instant Pot
THIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE LINKS. YOU CAN VISIT THE DISCLOSURE TAB TO LEARN MORE. Today's Success: Hard Boiled Eggs in the Instant Pot! Woot Woot! Did you buy one of these on Prime Day? I did, and I wasn't even sure what I would use it for, but I thought at least it would have good resale ...
Consignment Shop Haul: Back to Homeschool, Clothing Edition
Hello Momma Friends! As you're thinking of back to school (homeschool or public) clothing shopping, don't forget to check the local consignment shops and thrift stores. You can find lots of great deals and avoid the big crowds! For example, I bought 3 pairs of jeans for my ...
Child Sized Inspiration: I Believe in YOU!
Last night as my toddler was headed out the door for supper at church, she went out, pulled the door almost shut, then flung it back open quick, leaned inside and said with great gusto, passion & sincerity: "MOM!! I BELIEVE in you!" She quickly walked back out and slammed the door shut on ...
Amazon Prime Day 2016 ~Deals and Tips~
Today is THE DAY to be a Prime member over at Amazon! Who wouldn't want free 2-day shipping, right? If you are not yet a member, you can sign up for a free 30 day trial that you can cancel at any time. They have the very best customer service, so you can order with confidence. We’ve been with ...
5 Tips for Creating or Organizing a Kitchen Pantry Closet
When we built our home 11 years ago we had this great closet in our family room that we used for storing books, board games, and other miscellaneous items. As our family and our desire for gathering company around the table has grown, we’ve had to do some rearranging. About 8 year ago we decided ...
12 Years Ago Today
12 years ago today I met this boy, and soon after he made me a wife and a momma. Man, we were just babies back then! We had no idea how incredibly hard life was going to be; how we'd have to lay his mom to rest after her battle with cancer, how many other funerals we'd attend, how many ...
Looking Through Glass is Tricky, Isn’t It?
Have you ever watched someone out a window and guessed what they’re doing or saying only to find out you’re completely wrong? Ugh, I sure have! Last fall I walked by our sliding door that looks out into the backyard. I knew my husband was weeding the garden and my son was playing with his ...
My 30th Birthday Recap
What a great day! And not because we did anything spectacular for my 30th, but because we spent it together. I’m a celebrate absolutely EVERYTHING kinda gal, and I always chose to celebrate BIG. For some reason lately, I’ve found myself praying that I’d learned how to slow down. I’m learning ...