It's on everyone's list, to read more this year. I lost count on books for 2018 because at some point I just let go and read and listened and just kept going without worrying with reviews or lists. My goal for 2019 is 52 books. Might be more, might be less. The goal is to read. Remember, this list doesn't mean purchase 52 books. We use the library[...]
Hey Mama. I wish I would have accomplished more of these this year, but grace. Giving myself grace and room to not pile on too many extra things. But now I'm excited to share this with you. The boys and I have enjoyed doing these activities and I pray that they bring some fun into your holiday season and some scripture too! Activities Family Plan[...]
This life is crazy and God can use things in such an amazing way. I can't believe that I got to chat with Kristin from Live Simply about how we are growing food in our backyard. Listen HERE. In the episodes, we chat about failures and lessons learned over the years. You can listen to the episode where ever you listen to podcasts. There's a Tues[...]
T'is the season for homemaking. T'is the season for either having guests over or being a guest in someone else's home. If you've been around here at all you might have noticed that homemaking is a thing. I've written a guide for Hopeful Homemaking along with posts about Homemaking and How the Gospel Changes Homemaking. There's not a lot to being a succ[...]
For some, the paper chain countdown is a great idea. Potentially a traditional advent calendar or some unique idea that works perfectly for your family. For us, the book loving family, we're going with a book countdown again. It's worked wonderfully the last 2 years so we're already excited about it this year. AFFILIATE LINKS USED. FIND[...]
Advent is coming and I'm so excited to have contributed to A Savior for the Broken, but I know that we love having options and even families. The list includes some favorites and a few additional fun calendars. Whatever you decide on for your family traditions, don't feel like there is pressure to do all the things, buy all the things, and not enjoy[...]
This devotional was designed to direct you to Jesus throughout the holiday season. Each day contains a short devotional, correlating Scripture, reflection questions, and a prayer. This devotional was designed with the mama in mind as it is just 14 days so you can start it at any time throughout the Christmas season.