Between having both sides of our family living close by and being Lutheran, we host and attend a lot of potlucks! I'd say for sure one a month, and through the summer even more. Commonly on a potluck day I'm standing in the kitchen (an hour or two before it's time to leave), phone in hand, ...
Just a Few Quick Notes
I don’t have time to write out a full blog post but I want to share a few quick notes I’ve taken at MOPS this year. If you are a parent, you are a leader. You will always be a leader. Put verses where you can soak them in. This is as simple as writing out a verse on a note card and sticking ...
Challenge: Write A Letter
When was the last time you wrote a letter? I mean a real pen and paper letter. Let's look beyond a sympathy card, because I'm hoping you still send those without being prompted. It's so easy to give a well wish through the internet. But as easy as it is to give, it's also easy to forget. ...
Thankful Thursday: Life
Although I am thankful for all the blessings each day brings, I'm choosing Thursday's to showcase them. This week I am especially thankful for LIFE. You see, this past weekend there was a horrible car accident involving two teen girls. I didn't know the girls, or any of their family. I read ...
Random Acts of Kindness: A Smile in the Snow
Last night after a MOPS meeting I bundled up & headed outside to my van. As I approached it, I see this face smiling at me. I couldn't help but smile & wonder who put it there. I snapped a picture when I got in the van, thinking how sweet it was that someone did that. Then I wondered if ...
Picture: Bible App
HmmSimple Pictures: Here are two cropped screen shots of the Bible App message that appear on my home screen. Although the verse changes each day, it's somehow just what I need for that particular moment. These daily snippets allow me to pull through & get my head straightened out so ...
Verse of The Day: When I’m Weary & Worn Out
It's after 2 am. My body is tired, but my mind is wide awake. Full of emotions. Mostly stress. It was a good day. A great day, really. But there is just too much on my plate right now & I'm having trouble juggling it all. Of course the only time I ...
Show me the mother and I’ll show you the child quote
At the suggestion of a friend, I just started watching Army Wives. I really didn't need another show to watch. I'm good with just Parenthood. I love the story lines, even when they make me cringe. um, hello Julia? What are you doing?! I'm only a dozen-ish episodes in on Army Wives (watching on ...
Devoted December: Kick Off
Welcome! Thank you for stopping by. Would you join me for Devoted December? This picture represents where I will be devoting my time this December: Jesus (He is the reason for the season). Celebrating Advent. My family. That beautiful advent tree is a handmade gift our family just ...
Christmas Revolution
Within our little family we had a Christmas Revolution a few years ago, and it has produced a multitude of blessings. Here are a few, just off the top of my head. I know there are so many more. Fewer toys to trip over on the floor Less hollering at the kids to clean up those same toys- ...