I usually do not write two blog posts about modesty in a row, but here I am. Summer is upon us, and we have a choice to make. We can choose to reveal our skin, or reveal our dignity instead. I highly recommend choosing dignity! As soon as Eve sinned against God in the garden … Continue reading Covering Our Body Reveals Our Dignity
How to Stay Comfortable and Modest This Summer
Yesterday, we decided to go on a hike near a local lake after working in the garden. The air was hot and humid, but besides the heat coming from the babe strapped to my back, I was quite comfortable. And yes, I was wearing a dress. At this point in my life, I am known … Continue reading How to Stay Comfortable and Modest This Summer
Let Me Be a Woman Study Chapters 17 and 18
What a blessed Friday it is, friends! Challah bread is rising, and clothes are drying. I've already taken a peek at my garden. We have had so much rain here. I'm not complaining, but the bit of sunshine expected next week will be much appreciated by my household. This morning I found a few moments … Continue reading Let Me Be a Woman Study Chapters 17 and 18
I’m Back on Instagram (For Now)
Happy Thursday, ladies! I can hardly believe we are nearing the end of the week. I've been trying to get into better shape since my youngest is no longer nursing, and goodness, the past few days have been tough. I'm grateful to have some resemblance of self control back, though. I'm always so hungry while … Continue reading I’m Back on Instagram (For Now)
Simple June Blessings
Sometimes I wish that time could stand still. Perhaps you know what I mean. My children are growing like weeds, and I want to do all that I can to enjoy them. Each day they are marching closer to independence, and I simply love being a mama of littles. I'm trying to soak them, and … Continue reading Simple June Blessings
False Submission to Our Husbands
Through the years, my views about submission, and submitting to my husband in general has changed. When we married, I was quite the feminist. I knew beyond a doubt that my greatest joy and job was to care for my children, but I didn't quite understand the way I should relate to my husband from … Continue reading False Submission to Our Husbands
Our Anniversary Gift Has Arrived!
We got the call last week. In March, my husband and I ordered an Amish-made log canopy bed in honor of our anniversary. A splurge, to be sure, but I am super happy with the decision. Rolling words like Amish, log, and canopy bed together makes me feel pretty wonderful. Anyhow, we got the call … Continue reading Our Anniversary Gift Has Arrived!
He Has Always Cared for Us (Even When We Haven’t Made the Best Decisions)
Last night, my husband and I whispered in bed above our sleeping little one. We had turned off the television, and were just about ready to fall asleep ourselves. We spoke about God's goodness. I've had a rough year. Possibly the roughest year of my life. While I don't mind speaking about my own struggles … Continue reading He Has Always Cared for Us (Even When We Haven’t Made the Best Decisions)
Let Me Be a Woman Study Chapters 15 and 16
"We are called to be women. The fact that I am a woman does not make me a different kind of Christian, but the fact that I am a Christian does make me a different kind of woman. For I have accepted God's idea of me, and my whole life is an offering back to … Continue reading Let Me Be a Woman Study Chapters 15 and 16
Caught Between Simplicity and Social Expectations
Yesterday was overcast, with a sprinkling of showers here and there. My thirsty garden appreciated it greatly, and so did I. By the end of the day the rain had passed on, and my younger children greatly enjoyed helping me harvest onions. I enjoyed their laughter while snipping off heads of calendula before heading back … Continue reading Caught Between Simplicity and Social Expectations
A Long Weekend
Excitement has been buzzing around our house all weekend. It has been such a good one. Normally I am perfectly content staying home, but we have been gone quite a bit the last few days. Lots of planning and a few surprises have been involved. I was grateful for a fun surprise yesterday, even though … Continue reading A Long Weekend
Let Me Be A Woman Study Chapters 13 and 14
Happy Friday, ladies! I hope you are having a good day so far. We certainly are. Calendula is drying in our dehydrator, and I was able to work on a few orders from my Etsy shop this morning. My little girls are excited to wear their new handmade dresses to their older sister's ballet performance … Continue reading Let Me Be A Woman Study Chapters 13 and 14
Bloom
My garden has been in transition. Last year, I moved many plants into our new garden space, hoping that they would thrive. They did not. While they held onto life, they didn't really have much vigor. This spring, we began building raised beds. I carefully amended them, hoping for a bountiful harvest. Honestly, I didn't … Continue reading Bloom
A Homemaker’s Day: May 25, 2021
Happy Tuesday, ladies! I hope everyone had a good day yesterday, and are looking forward to the rest of the week. I thought I'd share a bit about my Monday with you. Our Mondays are a little different, in that my husband is usually off from work. It's a good time for us to get … Continue reading A Homemaker’s Day: May 25, 2021
Graduation is Hard on this Mama’s Heart
Yesterday, my son graduated from high school. This is the third child that I've graduated, and it doesn't get any easier. It's tough watching your children grow up. On one hand, I'm so excited to watch what he does as he prepares to launch. On the other, I will miss the time I spend with … Continue reading Graduation is Hard on this Mama’s Heart
Let Me Be a Woman Study Chapters 11 and 12
A lovely Friday afternoon to you! The day is slipping by, and I almost forgot to drop in here to share a bit from Let Me Be a Woman by Elisabeth Elliot with you. We have big plans this weekend. My son is officially graduating from our home school, and we have lots of cleaning … Continue reading Let Me Be a Woman Study Chapters 11 and 12
May Homestead Update + Giveaway Winners
(Our Sadie girl is looking super cute thanks to my daughter's photography skills!) Happy Monday, ladies! It is getting warm around here, and I must say this is one of my favorite times of year. Oh, the flowers are so lovely! Flowers are one of my favorite things ever, and seeing them in bloom everywhere … Continue reading May Homestead Update + Giveaway Winners
Let Me Be a Woman Study Chapters 9 and 10
Good morning, ladies! It is well with my soul today. The Lord is so good, isn't He? I'm very excited to dive into chapters 9 and 10 of Let Me Be a Woman by Elisabeth Elliot this morning. We have a quiet day at home planned, with a bit of cleaning and schoolwork sprinkled in. … Continue reading Let Me Be a Woman Study Chapters 9 and 10
Free Summer Reading List Printable
Sweet summertime is right around the corner! Several of my kiddos love to read, and I thought it would be fun to create a printable to record books read throughout the summer. And of course, I wanted to make this available to you! Follow the link below to download your copy. Download your free Summer … Continue reading Free Summer Reading List Printable
Life Update, Free Financial Trackers, Plus a Giveaway!
Well, how's that for a title? Yesterday was Mother's Day, and I hope you had a very blessed day with your family. Mine was both perfect and hard at the same time. That's life sometimes, isn't it? We decided to stay frugal and drove the Cherohala Skyway for the first time. Ah, there were so … Continue reading Life Update, Free Financial Trackers, Plus a Giveaway!
