Goodness, we have moved so many times over the past few years. Today is our closing day, once again. I'm reflecting about how not even one year ago, we were sitting in a lawyer's office signing papers for our cabin. And now today, we will be doing the same thing. This time we will be … Continue reading Moving versus Giving Children Roots
Month: May 2020
So…It Looks Like We are Buying A House
Guys...it looks like the deal is almost done, and we will be closing on our new home this week! It is totally bittersweet because we will once again have a mortgage. At the same time, we will also have five acres again, and my mini farm dreams will hopefully come true! Related: Life During Quarantine … Continue reading So…It Looks Like We are Buying A House
Growing Children
I have been working hard in my garden this year. Determined to reap a good harvest, I've diligently started seeds indoors under grow lights, planted transplants, dug up said transplants due to an early frost, and fertilized. Yesterday, I ran wire over my tomato plants and strung them up with twine as my children made … Continue reading Growing Children
Enjoy Your Children
Good morning, ladies! I'm curled up in bed with our newest little guy. He's still not letting me get much sleep, but boy, am I enjoying him. His sweet little sounds and hand on my arm are precious. At the same time, steps are sounding over my head. My oldest is getting ready for her … Continue reading Enjoy Your Children
Mamas Bring Happiness into their Homes
Today, I headed down our big hill to our small branch to splash around a bit and to talk to a couple of my children. We laughed as I held my sweet baby close while water rushed over my feet. We looked at our garden, and ate freshly baked Cinnamon Apple Pie Bread. Overall, my … Continue reading Mamas Bring Happiness into their Homes
Room Sharing Prepares Children for Marriage
I remember when my children started sharing rooms like yesterday. I seriously wondered if I was a bad parent for asking them to share a room! Our family was growing, and we really had no choice at the time. But all of the voices around me said that individuality ruled, and our children deserved their … Continue reading Room Sharing Prepares Children for Marriage
Mary and Martha Totes Adorbs Flash Sale
For several years, I was a Mary & Martha consultant, and I absolutely loved it. Life got in the way for a bit...babies...moves...but I decided to rejoin the ranks, and I wanted to share a new flash sale with y'all. This sale runs through the 20th, and if you'd like to snag a deal, please … Continue reading Mary and Martha Totes Adorbs Flash Sale
Change that Mindset, Mama
What have you been focusing on lately? As a believer, I know my mind should be focused on Christ and what He has done for me. I should remember His command to not fear, and take it seriously. And yet, when I pick up my phone in the morning to check the news, my heart … Continue reading Change that Mindset, Mama
Young Women Think Making Money is More Important than Raising a Family
According to this article in The Federalist, "Significantly more Americans ages 13 to 22 say it's important to buy a home and make 'a lot of money' than to marry, have children, and commit to a faith." What a sad statistic this is. And yet, how can we blame young people for feeling this way, … Continue reading Young Women Think Making Money is More Important than Raising a Family
Here to Serve
I have been tempted to throw myself a pity party this week. Tomorrow, we were supposed to visit Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. This was going to be a celebration of sorts since we paid off our cabin. Instead, we decided to forego our trip and start a new chicken flock amongst other things. We figured … Continue reading Here to Serve
Life in Our Home || May 2020
"O taste and see that the LORD is good; How blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him!" Psalm 34:8 May is here! Goodness, the days have been running together lately. Days at home have overall been the same for me during quarantine, but I have been avoiding the stores as much as I … Continue reading Life in Our Home || May 2020
What a Treasure!
Yesterday, we meandered through the hills while walking in a nearby wildlife area. My children laughed as they tromped over logs, looking for the trail markers which guided our path. I felt refreshed, trying to get over a bit of disappointment from earlier in the day. Our "first choice" walking trail had been closed due … Continue reading What a Treasure!
