You Are Valued
Overwhelmed, underappreciated, worn out, and lonely–that’s how I’ve been feeling lately. My list of daily responsibilities has grown to an all-time high, and I’ve been feeling buried in the avalanche....
View ArticleEncouragement for “One of Those Days”
Ever have “one of those days”? Lately, I’ve been having them often. Attempting to balance homeschooling, taking care of my family, and now a business, is taking its toll on me some days. Running a...
View ArticleLove Is…
Happy Valentine’s Day! Love is. . . Visit my guest post today at Raising Homemakers HERE.
View ArticlePeanut Butter Cookies – Low Carb, Sugar Free, Gluten Free, THM S
A sweet aroma is in the air… Well, love is in the air too since it is Valentine’s Week. Today, I’m sharing a new cookie recipe I’ve been making for my sweet valentines lately. It’s a delicious peanut...
View ArticleHam and Spinach Breakfast Casserole – THM S
Quick, easy, one-dish meals are such a blessing! Wednesdays are pretty busy for our family. They usually consist of school, archery club, piano lessons and visit from my awesome uncle, and church....
View ArticleShielding Your Family from This Season’s Germs
As a family of six, whenever we are exposed to viruses we try to take as many precautions as we can to prevent the spread of germs. We have our routine preventative measures, but we also employ extra...
View ArticleAll Natural Granola Bar Recipe
Granola bars are a staple in our home. My children think they are the perfect snack, and I do too. They are a combination of savory and sweet, are convenient for on-the-go snacking, and the can be...
View ArticleTake a Moment to UNPLUG!
Unplug.No more excuses. Just do it!Take time during summer vacations to unplug. Go somewhere without wifi or even phone service. We camp frequently and some of my favorite camping spots are those where...
View ArticleAppreciation is a Gift that Keeps on Giving
Appreciation is a Gift that Keeps on Giving No matter who you are, no matter what you do, everyone longs to be appreciated. Servant hearts want to know they are making a difference. There are servants...
View ArticleWhat is Homeschooling? Understanding and Dispelling the Myths
Most of society views homeschooling as a relatively new and peculiar practice. Contrary to popular belief, homeschooling is not new. It has been around almost since the beginning of time. As long as we...
View ArticleFeeling SO small
Lately, I’ve been feeling pretty small. There is just a lot going on at the moment, and I keep feeling like I’m shrinking beneath the weight. In my quiet times with the Father, He keeps reminding me…...
View ArticleThe Task of Pruning our Beloved Tree
We have a massive River Birch tree in our front yard. It is gorgeous, provides much needed shade, and has been home to many precious families of birds over the years. Unfortunately, it grows so rapidly...
View ArticleDon’t Fall Into the Trap!
This is an interesting looking trap isn’t it? It’s brightly colored, ginormous, and even though is clearly a trap, it looks almost like a huge toy on a playground. No matter how interesting it looks,...
View ArticleHealthy Alternative to Potato Chips – Baked Zucchini Chips THM S
This morning, I’m sharing a recipe with my friends over at Raising Homemakers. It’s a recipe for a healthy and guilt-free alternative to potato chips. Stop on by and check it out here.
View ArticlePressure Cooker Spaghetti Squash Recipe
Growing up, my sweet grandmama had a pressure cooker. She cooked quite a bit of meals in it, but my favorite was her fried chicken. My mouth is watering just thinking about that chicken–juice on the...
View ArticleThe Supplier of our Needs
Good ole Webster’s Dictionary defines the word “need” as “a physiological or psychological requirement for the well-being of an organism”. The KJV Dictionary states the Bible defines “need” as “to...
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Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be shaken but endures forever. As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the Lord surrounds his people both now and forevermore. Psalm...
View ArticleToo busy this time of year?
Too busy this time of year? I know how you feel. When school resumes, I tend to get overwhelmed by all of the busyness. I shared some encouragement over at Raising Homemakers today. Stop by here.
View ArticleBack to Homeschool – HIGH SCHOOL!
Another year has passed–I can’t believe it! We graduated our second daughter, and she is now settled into her college dorm. Our oldest is in her junior year of college. …and then there were two. Our...
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