Author Archives: Ann Kirsten

We give up so much to raise our babies through childhood. We give up sleep, uninterrupted meals, time spent with our spouse, money, and let’s be real, a LOT of our sanity! Alternative...

Recently, my grandson learned to say “Nana”. And, when he looks at me with his big blue eyes and says, “Nana, Nana,” it melts my heart.  I want to give him everything he a...

I live with my husband and my son, but I am the only one in the household who speaks English! I am the lone female in my house.  I live with my husband and adult son (who moved back ho...

You’ve probably heard life being referred to as a “great race.” In 1 Corinthians 9:24, we are instructed to “Run in such a way as to get the prize.” So, when I was asked ...

“It’s not fair!”  Most of us can remember saying that as children.  It used to drive me crazy when my mom would reply, “Life isn’t fair, get over it....

In honor of the gorgeous Spring-like weather we’ve been having, I decided to share a simple Spring cookie recipe with you (take note of the word “simple”). Perhaps because...

We teasingly called my mom "the bag lady" because she brought bags of stuff wherever she went. Her little car was always filled with bags. I called them her "in case" bags. Some held blankets in case ...

A few weeks ago I was watching my grandkids so their mommy could go to an appointment.  We planned to meet up with her later at the local Target store.  My granddaughter asked if she could c...

I don’t make New Year’s resolutions anymore.  It’s too depressing when I look back and see how many I have broken.  I’m not the most disciplined person.  In fact...

So, Tomorrow is 2015.  2015!  Seriously, did I sleep through 2014?  Because, I’m pretty sure I’ve barely gotten used to writing 2014 on my checks and now the year is over (*...