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Lessons that I learned from my grandma.

My Grandma’s Legacy

March 6, 2015 by Missy Rakes 21 Comments

Lessons that I learned from my grandma.

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...

Check out this list of 8 life lessons learned from the hard times of the Great Depression on gracefullittlehoneybee.com

8 Lessons Learned from The Great Depression

March 4, 2015 by Missy Rakes 23 Comments

Check out this list of 8 life lessons learned from the hard times of the Great Depression on gracefullittlehoneybee.com

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

December 3, 2014 by Missy Rakes 2 Comments

  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

December 3, 2014 by Missy Rakes 2 Comments

   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

November 26, 2014 by Missy Rakes Leave a Comment

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

November 12, 2014 by Missy Rakes 8 Comments

© 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

November 11, 2014 by Missy Rakes Leave a Comment

*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...

Inspirational Gift Guide for families with young children.

2014 Holiday Gift Guide

November 7, 2014 by Missy Rakes 2 Comments

Inspirational Gift Guide for families with young children.

  *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

October 29, 2014 by Missy Rakes 7 Comments

  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 Praise Chart Printable

Free Printable Praise Chart

October 13, 2014 by Missy Rakes 1 Comment

Free Praise Chart Printable

  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

October 6, 2014 by Missy Rakes 7 Comments

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: A young mom's thought's on appreciating the little years.

Hold Them While You Can

October 3, 2014 by Missy Rakes 10 Comments

Hold Them While You Can: A young mom's thought's on appreciating the little years.

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

September 17, 2014 by Missy Rakes 17 Comments

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

September 15, 2014 by Missy Rakes 15 Comments

 ©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

September 8, 2014 by Missy Rakes 6 Comments

  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

August 27, 2014 by Missy Rakes Leave a Comment

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

August 22, 2014 by Missy Rakes 7 Comments

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

July 28, 2014 by Missy Rakes 2 Comments

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

July 18, 2014 by Missy Rakes 3 Comments

  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...

Kennedy’s Birth Story

April 23, 2014 by Missy Rakes 6 Comments

Baby girl will be a month old soon so I figured I should share her birth story now or it may never get done! Both kiddos are napping so let's see if I can get this written before I'm needed again. … Read More...

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