Friday Fun

Just a quick post with some of my favorite links for you to enjoy! 1. Free Fall Chalkboard Printable: because, free decorating!! I especially love the oval “Thankful and Blessed” piece. She also has Christmas sayings. Via Nest of Posies. 2. Grab a cup of 

7 Real-Life Reasons Women’s Blogs Go Cold

Some time back, Tim Challies blogged about some of his favorite blogs for and by women.  We shared several favorites and he mentioned several blogging friends (yay!) but at the end of his article he observed: I was struck, as I went through all the blogs I 

DIY Primitive Welcome Candles

It’s fall, and I don’t know about you but I’ve got the decorating bug. I want to tuck berries and leaves in every cupboard and basket I can find. Chunky knit throw blankets come out for chilly nights, and Yankee Candles are just plain a 

Hey, What Are You Looking At?

It’s that time of year. We began our homeschool year this week and as I evaluate where each child is, the old tendency to compare surprises my heart yet again. Comparison is always a cruel tormentor: Maybe we should have done that curriculum all along. 

A Christian Buzzword I Hate {Or In Praise Of Women Who Get Things Done}

I’m sure you’ve all heard it by now. The word “intentional.” I’ve really grown to hate it. We’re told we need to be intentional in our parenting, in our ministry, and in everything else under the sun. Problem is, intentions are just that. Intentions without 

Free Resource! “Your Reactions Are Showing” {PDF Download}

Years ago, I bought a helpful pamphlet entitled, “Your Reactions Are Showing.” At the time I was dealing with some anger issues that I was trying to “kill/mortify” from my life. My children’s behavior “made” me angry—or so I thought. The truth is, I was 

How To Have A Beautiful Day

Rushing through life is not a good game plan. I know because parts of my life have been defined by trying to keep up and they are now just a blur. As a counterbalance, I think our minds rebel against the rush by making us 

DIY Italian Ice {Lime, Lemon, Orange}

Today I have a refreshing summer recipe for you! If you’ve ever been to the North End in Boston, you’ve most likely tasted Polcari’s lemon ice. When the weather’s hot, Polcari’s hundred-year-old barrel of lemon ice appears on the corner of their family owned store. For around $2 you 

8 Family Building Ideas To Do This Summer

Need a few ideas for building family memories and strengthening heartstrings? Here are a few of our favorite ways: 1. Plan a media fast. You’ll be amazed how many distractions this eliminates. 2. Plan to read and learn. Read a book aloud, or for parents 

Family Photos and An ESV Journaling Bible Giveaway

Update! Winner of the ESV Bible is Charity Harley! Enjoy!!   So, first matter of importance, MY GIRLS ARE HOME FOR THE SUMMER!! We had the loveliest weekend. Holly and I spent a night in Mystic, CT, seeing the sights, eating delicious seafood, doing pedicures,