Sometimes, I'm just in awe by what the Lord has done in my life. He has saved my soul, and has given me a beautiful family. My husband truly loves me, and I am able to stay at home with my children. These are all wonderful things! And other times, I forget about my blessings … Continue reading Downsizing Homes and Jealousy
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It’s Okay to be Uncomfortable
I was sitting on my bed, a sleeping babe in my arms. I like to scroll through YouTube, to see what I find to watch in such situations. I really enjoy watching homesteading and homemaking videos when I have the time. Well, I started to watch a video about homesteading. There wasn't anything spectacular about … Continue reading It’s Okay to be Uncomfortable
Enjoying Our Renovation Journey
Looking out the window, I see a small open field. A downed tree juts into the grass, sticking out of the wood line like a sore thumb. One more thing to clean up, but thankfully our children enjoy playing on it's branches. Near the back of the open expanse, I spot the few trees we … Continue reading Enjoying Our Renovation Journey
Our Journey towards a Simpler Life || Part 4
Read Part 1 of our story here.Read Part 2 of our story here.Read Part 3 of our story here.When we settled into our little cabin, I felt peace. I fell into full nesting mode, and prepared for our ninth blessing to be born. I also grieved our firstborn going away to college. I'm sure some … Continue reading Our Journey towards a Simpler Life || Part 4
Our Journey towards a Simpler Life || Part 2
Read the first part of our story here.When we moved to South Carolina, I was scared and nervous. Yet, I was clinging to the hope that God had brought us to it, and He would bring us through it!I encountered culture shock when we moved. While in Georgia, we had really cut down on our … Continue reading Our Journey towards a Simpler Life || Part 2
Moving versus Giving Children Roots
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
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
This is What He’s Put Before Us
Today is The Day of Atonement, the holiest day of the year for some. Over the past ten days or so, I've been reflecting on my life and ways I can make some changes to better serve God. We've been on quite the roller coaster ride over the past three years. We've moved twice while … Continue reading This is What He’s Put Before Us