Reading Time: 4 minutes I didn’t grow up celebrating Advent. Although I was raised in a strong Christian home, I never even knew what “advent” meant until adulthood. The church denomination I was apart of did not make a big deal of Advent (although I definitely knew that Jesus was the reason for the season!). A few years back, I learned about […]
Archives for November 2014
12 Ways to Keep Christ the Center of Christmas
Reading Time: 4 minutes By Danielle, Contributing Writer And so it begins. The four weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas has become “What am I going to get” and “What am I going to give” season. In fact, it seems to begin far earlier than that these days. The commercial aspect of Christmas has taken over the hearts of man […]
12 Holiday Ingredients You Can Make From Scratch
Reading Time: 4 minutes By Elsie, Contributing Writer and Site Editor I get that making an entire Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner from scratch is a big job. But I’m okay with that! Making a feast for your family is a wonderful way to bless them. There’s also something therapeutic about rolling up your sleeves, tying on an apron, and […]
When Your Online Community is Crowded & Your Real-Life Community is Lacking
Reading Time: 6 minutes I had interacted with hundreds of people all day. Between this site and my Facebook page and Instagram and my various mastermind groups on Facebook and my local “Christian Crunchy Mamas” group on Facebook, I was peopled out. Except I wasn’t. Instead of feeling full and energized (what human interactions are supposed to do for […]
Why My Blendtec is the BEST Kitchen Appliance Ever
Reading Time: 4 minutes Today I’m introducing you to what I think is the BEST kitchen appliance ever–my Blendtecmy Blendtec! Instead of a Christmas gift guide this year, I’ve decided to write a series of posts over the next few weeks introducing you to my most favorite things from around my home. I want to give you a personal […]
Preparing for Holiday Busyness
Reading Time: 3 minutes By Hilary, Contributing Writer Without fail, holidays stress me out. Don’t get me wrong – I love them! But every year I feel pulled in every direction by loving family and friends. As an introvert, I’d love to celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s quietly on my own terms – soaking in the significance of […]
Natural Ways to Heal Pink Eye
Reading Time: 5 minutes You can heal pink eye naturally! You don’t have to spend lots of money on expensive doctor’s visits to get a prescription for antibiotic drops. A couple of weeks ago, I woke up in the middle of the night with my eyes glued together. No, not literally, but it definitely felt like it! The episode […]
The Benefits of Meal Planning
Reading Time: 6 minutes Guest post by Sue of Homemaker’s Friend “Meals are small acts of great importance, moments set aside for conversation, reflection, and relationship.” -Alexandra Stoddard 5 p.m. Do you recognize that “exasperating hour” when the household starts to fray around the edges? Have you felt the lack of ideas while standing in front of the pantry […]
DIY Soothing Hard Lotion Bars
Reading Time: 3 minutes By Kristen, Contributing Writer As the weather gets colder, our skin can take a beating. Rare is the person who doesn’t find dry, irritated, or chapped skin a problem once late fall and winter set in! Of all the areas of our bodies, our hands probably end up in the roughest shape during the cold months. […]
Dear Mom Who’s Done Having Babies
Reading Time: 5 minutes Are you done having babies? Has it been a bittersweet decision? Bring out the tissues. This post is for you. Dear Mom Who’s Done Having Babies, I hear you. You see, just recently… I gave them away. My maternity clothes. Tightly and neatly, I packed them in a reusable grocery sack and delivered them to […]
How to Grow a Blog (+ The Ultimate List of Blogging Resources!)
Reading Time: 14 minutes Have you ever wondered how to grow a blog? This post will give you all the resources you need to grow a blog that makes an income for your family! This is the second post in a 3-part series on blogging. Read part 1, “Blogging: A Crowded, Lonely Place” here and part 3, “How I […]
25 Health and Fitness Tips for Busy Moms
Reading Time: 7 minutes By Devan Kline, Contributing Writer A mom’s list of things to do never ends. From packing lunches to carpool and work, laundry and finding lost shoes, to soccer games on the weekend. It’s a big lift. So as you read these 25 health and fitness tips, remember that incorporating even just a few of these […]
5 Practical Ways to Lighten Your Workload
Reading Time: 4 minutes Guest Post by Brittany at Equipping Godly Women Do you ever feel as though there just are not enough hours in the day? Like no matter how hard you try, you are always behind? Do you ever feel like you are constantly dropping the ball? Yeah, I’ve been here too. I absolutely love this quote […]
Blogging: A Crowded, Lonely Place {at times}
Reading Time: 4 minutes This crazy, wonderful world of blogging can be both crowded and lonely at the same time. I love it, but blogging comes with its challenges! Here’s a glimpse behind the scenes at what it’s like to be a work-at-home mom blogger. This is the 1st post in a 3-part series on blogging. Read part 2, “How […]
A Story-Filled Thanksgiving Table {with a recipe for homemade garlic rosemary mashed potatoes!}
Reading Time: 2 minutes Today, I’m sharing a recipe for homemade garlic rosemary mashed potatoes. Mashed potatoes have always been one of my favorite Thanksgiving dishes! Enjoy! In case you hadn’t guessed it already, I live and breathe stories. Stories that make people laugh. Stories that make people cry. And especially stories that teach a lesson. While some families spend […]