This week I am very excited to share a book hot off the press called Replenish, written by one of my favorite bloggers and teachers Lisa Grace Byrne. Besides being a loyal reader of her blog, I have taken three of Lisa’s courses over the past year and they have changed my life for the… {read more}
Mealtime Moments: Printable Activity Cards to Build Character at the Table
Mealtime Moments is a set of 30 printable activity cards for building character over a family meal. All you will need to follow the activities is what you will already have at the table! (Some activities require some food or a utensil, for example.) Each card offers a simple activity which focuses on exploring one… {read more}
My One Wild And Precious Life: Reflections of a Stay At Home Mom
Today was one of “those days.” I could blame it on my monthly cycle, a negative comment made to me by a stranger, being nearly out of almost every food my kids will eat without complaining – and a very eventful trip to the grocery store, a nap that was missed by a very tired… {read more}
Free Character Building Worksheets (For Parents and Children)
Have you ever wondered what it means to “build character”? To me, building character means developing positive qualities and learning to work through problems. It also means accepting ourselves and growing from vulnerabilities, becoming aware of our own inner state and mentally strong enough to work through tough or emotionally draining situations. Some examples of… {read more}
Top 10 Things You Might Want To Know About Me And My Blog
Do you ever wonder about the author of behind a blog? I do. So here is a list of 10 things you may want to know about me and my blog. (1) My daily occupation is being a mom. I currently work as a full-time mom and homemaker. The boys (ages 2 and… {read more}
Review: Three Inspiring Resources for Serving With Children
I used to love doing service projects before I had kids. But since becoming a mother the responsibilities at home and to my family are sometimes so overwhelming that I wonder how in the world I could fit anything else in. However when I do create the extra time or simply make an effort to… {read more}
DIY Inspirational Collages
Last month my mom was in the hospital for a couple weeks for a surgery. Because I live across the world (we are in Australia; whereas the rest of my family is in the USA) I unfortunately could not be there. I wanted, however, to do something that would cheer my mom up and let… {read more}
10 Things Dad Can Do To Give Mom A Break
Just a little disclaimer before you read: I know there are lots of stereotypes here… you may or may not relate 😉 Dear Dads, I know you may know this already, but a mother’s work is never done. Much of her work you will never see, unless you stay home all week to watch. See… {read more}
