Popcorn Prayers
Although I'd love nothing more than to have long uninterrupted prayer times each day, that rarely happens. Moms especially can hardly find the time to go to the bathroom alone, much less find the right time for prayer. I used to feel so frustrated, guilty, and even angry about that. I wanted quiet time with God, but li...
May 02, 2024
A Prayer For Our Children for National Day of Prayer
Child of Mine, I am praying for you and your influence in this world. As you enter this world I pray for you. My insides are shaking but I try to keep my hands steady as I try to lead you, share what I know. You are surrounded with this world and I pray that your heart remains strong, knows hope. I wish a million times...
May 02, 2024
Swing and a Miss
I think it's safe to say that moms have a lot going on all year long. Even so, there are seasons that seem to be a little more packed than others! I am intentional about keeping our after-school activities to a minimum, but with two elementary schoolers and one in junior high, even one sport or activity for each of the...
May 01, 2024
Teacher Appreciation Week is Almost Here. Here Are Some Gift Ideas!
Teacher appreciation week is right around the corner. We've compiled ideas for any budget (including no cost!) to be sure you can make the teachers in your life know just how awesome they are. Buy From Their Wish List: Many schools compile a wish list for teachers. Check with your school's office or the PTA to see if...
May 01, 2024
Attention Dads! Three (Non-Gifts) Things Moms Crave for Mother's Day!
Mother's Day is May 12th. The ONE day a year dedicated solely to us moms. But if that is the case, then why doesn't it feel that way? I don't know about you but I honestly don't feel like a day meant to celebrate me should entail things like taking cranky kids out to brunch or hosting people at my house for a family ge...
Apr 29, 2024
A Fresh Look at Beef Burgers
This spring has been teasing me. One day I'm paddle boarding and the next day I'm shivering at the ballpark in my parka. But on those days when the sun is shining - even if there's a breeze that's a little chillier than I prefer - it's always pulling me toward the grilling season. Nothing beats outdoor cooking. The lai...
Apr 29, 2024
Dear Mom, Your Children Are Safe in God's Hands
Have you ever lost your child at the mall? It has happened to more parents than you would imagine. In fact, the same thing happened to Jesus' parents. That's right, the parents of the Messiah lost Him. Theirs was worse actually because they lost him for a whole day! He was 12. The good news is that after his parents fi...
Apr 26, 2024
Unique May Day Basket Ideas!
May Day is one of my favorite holidays. As a child, I thought that making little vases, filling them with flowers, and ding-dong dashing them on neighbors' porches was the greatest thing ever. We would create paper cones, fill them with any flowers we could find (usually dandelions) and proudly carry them to houses whe...
Apr 25, 2024
The Working Mom's Guide to Planning Summer Childcare
Spring Break is barely behind us yet I have been ready for summer for months now. Not because of my desperate need of some sunshine and blue skies, though yes, that is more than needed during this dreary springtime we have in the greater Seattle area. But, instead, because I know if I am not ultra organized for the ten...
Apr 24, 2024
Finding Hope in the Garden
"Adopt the pace of nature; her secret is patience."-Ralph Waldo Emerson I love gardening. I love the patience it requires, the careful detail needed to give each plant what it needs, the problem solving that goes into growing a successful garden, and enjoying the fruit it produces. Pouring effort into a garde...
Apr 23, 2024