Written for my children, for when they are older and will understand it more. In the meantime, maybe you {my dear readers} could use this right now, too? I know I would benefit from these words being spoken to me daily. My Dear Children, I pray you are clinging tightly to Jesus. Be ready. Be ready ...
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 ...
DIY: Diaper Sprayer Shield How-To
This post contains affiliate links. You can visit my disclosure tab to learn more. We’re a cloth-diapering family, and yes… I catch a lot of crap for that. Get it? Crap. Yep. Momma’s got jokes for dayyyys. There’s a little gadget you can buy for about $20, but I’m a DIY kind of gal anyway, so I ...
My Fears Through Pregnancy, Labor, Delivery and Recovery.
Fear. It's been a year since I found out I was expecting our 3rd baby. We tried, cried, and prayed for this baby for y.e.a.r.s. Each time a friend would get pregnant while we were trying to conceive I would feel joy for them, but not as much as the sadness I felt for myself. Believe me when I say ...
The Boy Turns Five and a Half
This past Saturday our family celebrated something special. Even though we didn't celebrate in the way we normally do, because we were busy cleaning and taking care of household things we were still celebrating. The celebration was marking 5 and a half years of what we call "The Carben1 Comedy ...
School Days: Magnets On an Oil Drip Pan
This sweet boy is independently practicing his 3 letter words. If you’re like me, you love seeing your kids’ creativity—but your fridge might not love it as much. Scratches, smudges, and clutter can add up fast. Here’s a simple solution: use a large oil drip pan from Wal-Mart or an auto supply ...
Product Review: GROWNSY Electric Nose Suction for Baby
If there’s one baby product I would recommend above all others, it’s the GROWNSY Electric Nose Suction for Baby—a hospital-grade nasal aspirator that makes caring for little noses so much easier. Why I love it: Quickly and effectively clears nasal congestion, no more struggling with a bulb ...
Take Time This Week to Visit Your Local Library
If you haven’t been to your local library lately—or ever—this week is a great time to go! Libraries are such a wonderful resource for families, and they offer so much more than just books. Here’s how to make the most of your visit:Sign up for a library card if you don’t already have one. It’s free ...
I Swear.
Last night my husband was working late, so the kids and I decided to make homemade brownies and serve a candlelit dinner to daddy to show him our appreciation when he came home. I had the radio on, and my daughter started doing dishes, without being asked. John Michael Montgomery's song, "I Swear" ...