When I wake up each morning, I usually sigh with happiness. A little girl is snuggled into my side and I look to my left and see my "It is Well" print hanging on the wall. The day seems to just be bursting with possibilities within my home. I have children to love on and … Continue reading Each Day is a Gift
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Investing in Our Families
I've learned a little bit about investing money while following the Dave Ramsey financial plan. Before this time, I was totally clueless. The major take away I've learned is that slow and steady wins the race. Investing in good investments consistently will grow into a big return over time. While this type of knowledge is … Continue reading Investing in Our Families
Saying Goodbye to Her Baby Years
Today, my youngest child turns two. How can this be? I can hardly wrap my head around it. Oh, how I've enjoyed her baby years. Mabrey is a sweet, cuddly child, and a mama's girl for sure. I must admit that I probably "baby" her more than I have the others since we currently do … Continue reading Saying Goodbye to Her Baby Years
From Empty to Full – Finding Joy as a Keeper at Home
In my late teens, I wasn't living for the Lord. I quickly learned that a life spent worrying about myself was empty and futile when my daughter arrived on the scene. Oh my, everything quickly became all about her! But something still felt wrong in regards to my life. I still felt a sense of … Continue reading From Empty to Full – Finding Joy as a Keeper at Home
Never Content to Stay at Home
Have you ever read a particular Scripture verse and it really stuck out to you? This happened to me the other day. It stopped me in my tracks, and made me reevaluate the way I viewed being a keeper at home. You see, not too long ago, I didn't really like to stay at home. … Continue reading Never Content to Stay at Home
Reaching New Heights in Motherhood
We are visiting the Smoky Mountains right now. Let me tell ya, when you get out of the surrounding towns the scenery is simply beautiful. The mountains have always been my happy place. The LORD is an amazing and awesome Creator, isn't He? Today we traveled along the Roaring Fork Motor Trail. Besides spotting three … Continue reading Reaching New Heights in Motherhood
How Rest Can Redeem Our Homes
My eyes were tired as we pulled off of the interstate and onto the worn asphalt road that ran next to a field exploding in cotton blossoms. I clutched the steering wheel tighter as the sun dipped below the horizon. "Mom, are we almost home?" A wiggly toddler raised her eyebrows at me as I … Continue reading How Rest Can Redeem Our Homes
Taking Care of Our Children is a Full Time Job
As soon as I stepped foot into our local Kid to Kid consignment store I heard her. Sobs coupled with hacking coughs wracked her slight frame in the toy section. I discreetly moved along while holding my breath, hoping the germs in the air didn't blow my way. (Selfish, I know.) Her mother tried her … Continue reading Taking Care of Our Children is a Full Time Job