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15 Easy Ways to Save Money as a Stay At Home Mom
My Grandma’s Legacy
My sweet, beautiful grandma left this earth last week and went to be with the Lord. While I am so happy that she is free from pain and is rejoicing with the angels, it's hard to let her go. She was an … Read More...
8 Lessons Learned from The Great Depression
Looking to the past can teach us a great deal about the future. Check out these 8 Life Lessons Learned from the Great Depression and see if you need to apply any of them to your own modern … Read More...
10 Simple Ways Mothers Can Bless Their Children – Guest Post @ Serving Joyfully
As the saying goes, "If momma ain't happy, ain't nobody happy." As women, God has given us a huge amount of influence over our families. How are you using that influence today? We are each … Read More...
Free Chalkboard Printable – Let Every Heart Prepare Him Room
Christmas Carols are one of my favorite parts of celebrating the holidays because they are steeped in tradition and wisdom. If you didn't know the lyric above is from Joy to the … Read More...
Citrus Lane Box Review
This post is brought to you by Citrus Lane. All opinions are my own. As a mom with young children I'm always looking for quality educational toys from brands that I can trust, but I'm … Read More...
10 Ways to Serve with Young Children During the Holidays
© Ivan Kruk / Dollar Photo Club As my children grow older, I really want to start incorporating giving and serving others into our Christmas traditions. It's easy to get caught up in the … Read More...
Affordable Boutique Style for Kids
*contains affiliate links Boutique style clothing for kids is so adorable and so expensive, but it doesn't have to be! Groopdealz is a daily deal site that offers boutique styles for kids and … Read More...
2014 Holiday Gift Guide
*contains affiliate links I'm so excited to bring you my first ever Holiday Gift Guide! I put a lot of thought and effort into picking items that I love and that (hopefully) you will … Read More...
Free Thanksgiving Printable
I love it when we sing the doxology at church because it's so simple and beautiful. It's also a great reminder that our blessings come from God, the creator of all things and we should praise … Read More...
Free Printable Praise Chart
Praise Chart Blank I've been trying to focus on Walker's good behavior lately and praise him for all the little ways he shows character throughout the day. I feel like praising him for the … Read More...
5 Ways to Encourage Reading in Children
Did you know that reading helps to reduce stress, improve memory, strengthen concentration and expand the vocabulary? These are only a few of the benefits that I've experienced as a reader. I'm so … Read More...
Hold Them While You Can
Every night right before I lay my baby down in her crib, I pause and reflect on the fact that she won't always be this little. I do my best to clear my head and stop just for a minute or two to really … Read More...
4 Ways to Motivate Your Man Towards Greatness
Have you heard this joke? The president is walking with his wife when they see one of her ex-boyfriends in a less than appealing occupation. The president says,"If you hadn't married me, you might … Read More...
How to Dress Your Kids on a Tight Budget
©Ruta Saulyte / Dollar Photo Club Contains affiliate links. See disclosure policy for more information. If you're a parent then you know that kids require a new wardrobe basically every … Read More...
Teaching Your Toddler About Jesus
I wrote about a post called, "Teaching My Toddler About Jesus," when Walker was about one year old. Since then I've noticed an increased interest in that post so I've decided to do an update now … Read More...
Hope and Patience in the Difficult Times of Motherhood
I don't know about you, but I fail daily as a mom. I lose my temper. I yell. I'm grumpy. I'm selfish. Mom of the year, right? Let's face it, motherhood puts us to the test every second … Read More...
Outfit of the Day – Maxi Skirt Review
It's been awhile since I've done an outfit post, mostly because I just had a baby five months ago and things are busy. Also, I spend a lot of my summer sweating in the garden in a tank and shorts and … Read More...
These are the Glory Days
These few short years that I get to hold my babies... ....these years that are filled with frustration and tears.... ...joy and gladness... These are the Glory Days. These are the … Read More...
5 Busy Activities for Toddlers
Coming up with new ways (that don't break the bank!) to keep toddlers busy can be tough sometimes. I've been experimenting with a few activities over the last few months and I thought I would share … Read More...