from the archives. originally posted 10.4.2012   One of the things I am most passionate about when it comes to children is breastfeeding if at all possible. I know that in some cases it just does not work out- in fact, I came very close to giving up with my first. After spending 10 days […]
The Best Books for Girls Ages 8-11
July 30, 2014 by
I wrote a post here detailing the books that I love for our kids at their age now, and today I want to share some series that I loved as an older kid. I was (and still am) a voracious reader- my mom would have to make me put down a book and go outside […]
A plea for grace for large families
July 9, 2014 by
I’ve read a few posts in the last few weeks in favor of large families (here’s an example by Your Modern Family) and I couldn’t help but chime in.This isn’t a post to convince others to have more kiddos, but to ask for grace for those of us who choose (and are blessed) to fill […]
10 Cold Day Activities
January 28, 2014 by
(If you’re visiting from Money Saving Mom, welcome! You may enjoy my series on How I {Finally} Started Making Money Blogging (and you can, too!) my series on organizing, The Year of Thrift Store Spending, and DIY projects. You can also check out my upcoming trip to Ecuador with Compassion International. Thanks for visiting and I […]
The sweetest 3 year old
November 12, 2013 by
Today marks the third birthday of my third child. Evaleigh Austen is such a sweetheart. She brings makes our house a home with her dancing, her sweet smile, her laughter, and her charming antics. She really is a delight and a joy and plus, she’s just cute! We had her party this last weekend- combined […]
10 ways to have a great beach vacation: Part 2
September 5, 2013 by
A looong time ago, one year go today to be exact, I wrote a post entitled “10 ways to have a great beach vacation: Part 1.” And guess what? I never wrote Part 2! Until today! Nothing like a year-long, two-part series, right? A recent trip to the beach reminded me of a few […]
