Sometimes people inquire about how I am able to do it all. I work full time in leadership, am a wife, and a mother. Basically, it comes down to two words: planning and simple. For the most part I try to plan everything out about a month in advance, especially around the busy holiday season. …
Summer can be the best and worst thing! For many people it is a change in routine and that can be good or bad. For me, routine is a blessing. I thrive with routine and consistency. When I am out of routine and out of the norm then sometimes, I become lazy and complacent. This …
Until this year I had not been a fan of audiobooks. I am a visual learner and so many times I felt like my mind would drift during audiobooks and I would not truly grasp the content. I also love to underline and reflect on the books I read. This year I tried again, but …
Every year my family has one Easter tradition that we always do; Resurrection Rolls! We initially found this idea on Pinterest approximately six years ago. Throughout the years we have adjusted and made it our own. The kids love the experience and reminder of the Easter story, but they also love the tasty cinnamon-sugar crescent …
We have used the Shepherd’s Treasure for many years at Christmas time. I was thankful that about a year into its existence the company also created an Easter addition. The Easter addition adds a lamb and a donkey to the fun as the Shepherd tries to find his lost sheep in the days leading up …
Yesterday I posted a blog discussing all the voices that kids hear these days and how parents need to grab a megaphone in order to be the loudest voice in their lives. For the next few days, I am going to post some practical resources that can help you speak truth to your kids. (Don’t …
The world is loud. It’s not the same world that you and I grew up in. The noise never stops for our kids. When I was in school, if drama happened then it typically stopped as the school bell rang for the afternoon. I went home and could escape. At the most I might have …
Events happen all the time! Baby showers, wedding showers, birthdays, anniversaries, and more! Once online shopping started to become more popular and Amazon Prime delivering packages quickly, I began to purchase most of the gifts through those sources. In doing that, I was always having to run to the store just to grab a card. …
I am a huge fan of picture books for all ages. Picture books can have impact on people in all phases of life. I am somewhat embarrassed to admit that I have shed more tears reading certain picture books than many adult novels. “The Creator in You” by Jordan Raynor is no different on its …
My family listens to mostly Christian music. However, there will be times when you might find us listening to some country songs. (Now, if the children are not present, you might also find me reminiscing with all things 90’s!) It was last fall when our family stumbled upon a song called “Craig” by Walker Hayes. …
