"I was an expert on parenting. Then I had kids." Undoubtedly you've seen at least one version of that phrase in an online meme - or possibly you've heard it said! Whether it's right or wrong, whether it's intended or not, parents can give the impression that they don't want advice or help with their… Continue reading I’m Not A Parent. Do I Have Anything To Offer?
Five years ago this week I published my first blog post! 990 posts later, I've received so many unexpected blessings from this blog. I began blogging in 2013 when I found myself working a full time job that I enjoyed, but with a longing in my heart for more. I had been married a few… Continue reading The Unexpected Blessing of Blogging {After FIVE Years!}
August is typically the month my family does some type of weekend get-together. This year my Mom is celebrating a significant birthday, so my sister and I planned a weekend away with her to celebrate! We love planning events together and had so much fun getting all the details in order. We looked at several… Continue reading Girls’ Weekend in Boone {August 2018 Highlights}
"She looks well to the ways of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness." Proverbs 31:27 I think we are often intimidated by the Proverbs 31 woman, like she's some sort of superhuman. In reality, the list of her actions and attributes are the result of a heart that fears the Lord.… Continue reading Share Your Homemaking WIN!
I'm launching a new blog series today - I'm calling it "Meet My Favorite Bloggers." The internet constantly changes and bloggers fade in and out all the time. Because of that, the list of blogs you read every day might be really short! Through this series I want to connect you with my favorite bloggers… Continue reading Meet My Favorite Bloggers: Denise from RefreshHer
In honor of National Ice Cream Month, here's a fun gift basket idea that's perfect for just about anyone! I put this together as a hospitality gift for my day job, but it would be great as a gift for a housewarming, a birthday or even a wedding. Who doesn't love ice cream?! Here's what… Continue reading An Ice Cream Party In A Basket!
this post contains affiliate links On Friday I recapped our road trip from South Carolina to New Jersey and back. We had a really good trip - and here are the things that helped with that! #1 I packed enough food for most of our breakfasts and lunches. We were able to eat in the… Continue reading 10 Ideas To Make Road Trips Pleasant and Affordable
