Most of you already know that I LOVE Thanksgiving. So, with fall leaves on the ground and pumpkin bread in the oven, I knew it was time for another Kraft project. This usually means I spend way too much money at Hobby Lobby. I was inspired by a photo on Pinterest and got started. Here's what you need: Branches from your … [Read more...]
I Taught My Son To Steal
"Mom, look what I got!" Samuel came home from school excited to share his new treasure. He walked towards me and unfurled a shiny white shirt. "I got it in lost and found at school today." He opened up the collar so I could see the name brand tag. "It's under armor. Isn't it cool?" "Is that your shirt?" I was confused. Samuel was our most … [Read more...]
Redeeming Halloween
When Meghan was four, she was a witch for Halloween. And, what an adorable little witch she was. I’ve never been a big fan of scary movies or haunted houses. Unlike almost everyone I know, I haven’t seen The Excorcist and don’t plan to. I don’t like being afraid--which means I don’t want to pay for the experience, either. I’ll save you … [Read more...]
My Family Life Today Interview
My three-part interview airs this week--Monday, Tuesday AND Wednesday. Pretty cool, right? There are some days I get to do things that are just plain fun. Last April I had one of those days. Like all cool, fun days go-- it began with a Vente nonfat vanilla latte and a plane ride far, far away from a sink full of dishes. But, like … [Read more...]
How Grateful Are You?
How grateful are you? People who exercise gratitude are 25 percent happier according to a study conducted at the University of California at Davis. Raising my kids to be grateful is important to me. I don’t want to raise selfish, entitled adults. When I’m around my children I point out what others have done for them--a lot. I remind them to … [Read more...]
How Much Are You Worth?
When you're a parent, the greatest learning opportunities often come at the most inopportune times. I experienced one of these moments in the gift wrap aisle at our local Dollar Store. We'd stopped off to pick up a couple of things. Walking inside, our children ran off in different directions. My husband, Paul, followed me around as I gathered … [Read more...]
The Best Most Amazing Potpourri Recipe Ever
Fall is here. Thank you Jesus! There’s about three things I do very well and the fall season is one of them. Maybe it’s because I'm a food-pusher and this time of year means baked goods and hot drinks are on the horizon. Or, it could be that cozy sweaters and crackling fires call my name because autumn is my color wheel. Whether you're a … [Read more...]
Fall Fun with the Neighbors
I'm a sucker for fall. Not sure what it is about this time of year, but I'm in a good mood for three whole months. Pumpkins. Corn stalks and hay bales. It's probably the sweaters. I look really good in a long, loose sweater. If it covers my butt and my gut I'm quite a vision. Fall Fun with the Neighbors There's a few traditions I love about … [Read more...]
Guidepost Photo Shoot
So this happened Sunday. Our family is being featured in Guidepost magazine in January. Why us? I know a guy who knows a guy. Actually, I know a mom-author who writes for their magazine. With two million subscribers--Guidepost is the largest Christian magazine in the world. If you're a writer interested in a tagline beneath one of their … [Read more...]
The Oregon Massacre – Running Towards Evil
I open my browser and read the headlines, Filled with Hate – Gunman Targets Christians. A wave of nausea rolls over me. My college aged son bounds down the stairs for school and I ask him, “Have you seen the news?” “About the shooting in Oregon?” “Yeah, I’m sick over this.” To be brutally honest it's fury and fear that are battling it out in … [Read more...]
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