Christmas can be a wonderful time – and it can also be a miserable time. No family is perfect or free from difficulty, whether it’s a strained relationship, a family member who always causes issues, a recent loss, financial strain or separation from loved ones who aren’t able to be with you for Christmas. It’s impossible… Continue reading How To Have A Peaceful Christmas
Category: Holidays
Christmas Home Tour {2022}
Welcome to my 2022 Christmas home tour! Let's walk around the house together and I'll show you how I've decorated for my favorite time of year. I use the bookshelf as my "mantle." This spot is my favorite of the season! I didn't put out as much decor as I usually do, but I made… Continue reading Christmas Home Tour {2022}
5 Things on Monday {12.5.22}
1 - First of all, THANK YOU so much for your overwhelmingly generous response to our adoption shower. We got so many Amazon packages this week! Our sweet kiddos got to visit for the weekend and we saved all the boxes for them to open. Not only did they have so much fun opening them,… Continue reading 5 Things on Monday {12.5.22}
Make Gift Wrapping Easy With This Simple Solution!
If you dread the annual chore of wrapping Christmas presents, you're not alone. It seems the vast majority of us loathe this task. However, I'm not one of those people (I love wrapping gifts!), and I am here to help you make it a little easier this year! My best tip for Christmas gift wrapping… Continue reading Make Gift Wrapping Easy With This Simple Solution!
Thanksgiving Menu and Turkey for a Small Crowd {2022}
Thanksgiving is such a delicious holiday, isn't it? Things are (excitedly) up in the air with all of our holiday plans this year, due to our adoption that is in process. At the time I'm writing this post, we plan to spend the day with extended family. Here's what I'm planning to bring: Crock Pot… Continue reading Thanksgiving Menu and Turkey for a Small Crowd {2022}
Love: The Most Important Holiday Ingredient
I have good news! You don’t have to be the grandmother who has the biggest house. You don’t have to be the Mom who orders coordinating Pottery Barn PJ’s for her kids. You don’t have to be the daughter who buys the most expensive gifts for her parents. You don’t have to be the mother in… Continue reading Love: The Most Important Holiday Ingredient
Intentional and Inspirational: Christmas Gift Guide 2022
It's time to shop for Christmas gifts! Here are my top five gift ideas for 2022. These are things that I have enjoyed in the last year and that will be a blessing to the people who receive them. The Bible Recap: A One-Year Guide to Reading and Understanding the Entire Bible ($20-$30) Hopefully you… Continue reading Intentional and Inspirational: Christmas Gift Guide 2022
How To Host A Stress-Free Thanksgiving Meal {Part Two: November}
It's officially Thanksgiving season! With just three weeks until Thanksgiving, it's time to get serious about planning and preparation. Today I'm sharing with you six things I do this month to make my Thanksgiving day as stress-free as possible. 1 - Confirm The Guest List I reach out to all my guests to confirm their… Continue reading How To Host A Stress-Free Thanksgiving Meal {Part Two: November}
How To Be A Polite Guest
Did you know there are only 55 days left until Christmas? That's only seven weekends! Not only that....there are 24 days left until Thanksgiving, which is basically the official beginning of the "Holiday Season." With the beginning of the holiday season comes church parties, work parties, family get-togethers, and more. I'm excited about that! We… Continue reading How To Be A Polite Guest
Halloween Treat Bags + Free Printable!
These little Halloween treat bags are so cute - they're perfect as a little thank you gift or as a party favor! Halloween isn't just for kids. It's a great chance to share a festive treat with someone you want to encourage. I made these a couple years ago for the adults who were volunteering… Continue reading Halloween Treat Bags + Free Printable!
Come Home For Comfort 