Making it Impossible to Not Think About God
Last week I posted this picture on our Facebook page with the following words: I have dishes in my sink, floors covered in mud, beds unmade, and laundry the size of Mount Everest. So I decided to do some painting with my toddler. #priorities I was overwhelmed with the response to this simple little gesture to encourage others to just let it all slide for a day. One fellow mom said: I … [Read more...]
I am really excited about a new blog that recently launched, Outdoor Schoolhouse. One of our contributors, Alina Joy, invited me to be a part of the site, and after hearing her mission and ideas, I wholeheartedly agreed to write for her monthly. With the implementation of Intentional Toddler Time, I see this website supplying me with endless ideas and inspiration for teaching from God's … [Read more...]
The month of September included 8 airplane rides for us, all of which included our toddler! This year alone we have been on close to 20 airplanes as a family. Whew! Right now the thought of another airplane ride makes me sick. But maybe our experience can help you. Stop Stressin'. Flying with a toddler can be stressful. However, for the most part, every child loves the adventure of flying, if … [Read more...]
This post is written by contributing writer, Ashley from Tips4Mom. The idea of taking a hike as a family can sometimes seem daunting. Little ones become tired, big ones become bored, and being a family of 6 small children under 10, it seems like a victory just getting out the door. But we are all in desperate need of more time in nature. In fact, in 2005, author Richard Louv, coined the term … [Read more...]
This post was written by contributing writer, Tasha from Spann-ing the Globe. “So God created man in His Own image, in the image of God He created him; male and female, He created Them. God blessed them and said to them ‘Be fruitful and increase in number….’” (Genesis 1:27-28). My eyes open and it is dark outside, the hall light is shining into the bedroom. I listen closely to … [Read more...]
Monday, contributing writer Jen from This Gal's Journey encouraged you with the words: this, too, shall pass. I found her post so encouraging, and I couldn't help but think that this would be a perfect time to tell you about one of my new favorite books from an everyday mama like you and me. If you're a mama in need of extra encouragement (and who isn't, right?), I want to commend a book to you … [Read more...]
The snow is finally melting here in our neck of the woods. Finally. We've consistently had more warm days than cold, and I even managed to plant a container garden. Not sure if it will produce, but I at least tried, right? Therefore, we are just now beginning to think about summer! Since we live where it snows two thirds of the year, we are determined to make the best of our outdoor non-wintry … [Read more...]
Gooey. glunky, greasy, gloppy. These words usually make kids grin with glee while mothers fret, thinking anxiously of the new pillows they just bought for the couch. These words have the habit of tracking their way through the house, leaving an unforgettable mark on everything a mother values. On the other hand, these child-friendly adjectives also make a wonderful mark on a kid's … [Read more...]
It's no secret that I love List PlanIt. I've talked about them here, here, here, and they helped me prepare my lists for my new eBook, 20 Minute Meals: Giving Weary Chefs Grace While Keeping Families Healthy. A few weeks ago Jennifer Tankersley from List PlanIt sent me her new eBook, 100 Days of Summertime 2012, to review. This eBook is filled with creative ideas for making memories with your … [Read more...]
We have some big news! I was going to write it out in a post, then I thought, maybe it would be better if I just told you face-to-face. We need to have an intentional conversation this week anyways. So, join me for this week's intentional conversation! I'll give you a hint ... I'm on an airplane - right.this.second. Oh, and holy cow You Tube froze my face funny in this video... {If you can't … [Read more...]
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