I generally enjoy doing housework. Mopping, dusting, cooking, doing laundry or the dishes - none of those are dreadful tasks. There is one task, however, I really hate. I don't like any chores related to the cat's litter box (as I've mentioned before), and the one I hate even more than the daily emptying of… Continue reading Finding the Camellia Bush On the Other Side of the Litter Box
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Helping you bring comfort to your home & sharing my love of homemaking.
This Week’s Menu Plan (and thoughts on the two week grocery haul)
I promised I'd let you know how my two-week menu plan turned out, and I felt like it was a success! I was definitely pleased with the cost savings - even with two quick trips for produce and milk, I spent $100 total. My weekly grocery budget is $75, so I came in $50 under… Continue reading This Week’s Menu Plan (and thoughts on the two week grocery haul)
5 Things on Friday – and something new! {4.8.16}
1// I have enjoyed this huge vase of roses all week! I could just say that Paul came home with them and let you think he bought them for me, but he didn't. 🙂 They were the centerpieces from a wedding Paul worked over the weekend, and he was able to bring one home after the event… Continue reading 5 Things on Friday – and something new! {4.8.16}
Why I Serve Meals At The Kitchen Table
Eating a meal at the dining room table, set with cloth napkins and nice dishes, is something I've done hundreds of times in my life. It's my favorite way to enjoy a meal - I'm not a huge fan of eating while sitting in front of the TV. Don't get me wrong. If I'm home… Continue reading Why I Serve Meals At The Kitchen Table
Two-Week Grocery Haul and Menu Plan
I decided it would be a fun challenge to plan and shop for two week's worth of meals. The sales were really good the day that I hit the store with my large list, and I was pleased with how low I was able to keep my total grocery bill! We are currently beginning the… Continue reading Two-Week Grocery Haul and Menu Plan
5 Pictures on Friday {4.1.16}
Happy Friday! I hope you've had a great week. We had a wonderful Easter Sunday and are still working on a few leftovers from the meal! This week was busy and productive, with regular work schedules, organizing projects and even a little bit of vacation planning. I decided to keep it short and sweet today and… Continue reading 5 Pictures on Friday {4.1.16}
Serving – Because Marriage Matters {March Recap}
Marriage and servanthood go well together. The best we can do for our spouses is to treat them like Jesus treats them, and the best way to do that is to serve. Jesus said, "I am among you as the one who serves." (Luke 22:27) This month gave me lots of opportunities to serve my… Continue reading Serving – Because Marriage Matters {March Recap}
March’s New Recipes {Menu Monday}
Believe it or not, March is nearly over! That means it's time to share the new recipes I've enjoyed during the month! This month I have a main dish and a breakfast item to share with you. Here they are! Beef Enchiladas We have some variation of tacos at least twice a month, if not… Continue reading March’s New Recipes {Menu Monday}
5 Things on Friday {Good Friday 3.25.16}
Today I could share the typical Friday stuff like I always do, but that just didn't feel right. With all that's going on in the world today, we need the message of Easter more than ever before. The answer to all the problems that we face is found in the gospel - Jesus came to… Continue reading 5 Things on Friday {Good Friday 3.25.16}
My Organized Home {New Video Series!}
I firmly believe that organization always requires maintenance. No organization system works perfectly forever, but with a little attention and upkeep, it can make a tremendous difference in how well your home functions. Today I'm launching a new series on my YouTube channel called My Organized Home. I'll take you through the organization systems all… Continue reading My Organized Home {New Video Series!}
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