The Wife, The Husband, and The Shopping List
A shopping list for me is merely a guideline. Which means there will be detours and pit stops to gather other necessities along the way but in the end, we will get to the finish line because we have the guidelines. For my husband on the other hand, a shopping list is a legally binding contract. It was so bad in our fir...
Mar 19, 2024
To The Mom at the Back of the Church
At the back of the auditorium, my daughter was making a joyful noise. It unfortunately did not go along with the song we were singing-nor did it blend in. We were seated away from the rest of the church congregation, which ended up being the right choice. In between choruses, I was feeding my tiny dinosaur small bites ...
Mar 18, 2024
Delicious Hash Brown Quiche with a Perfect Crust...And It's Gluten-Free!
If you're looking for a quiche recipe that will check all the boxes, this is it! It has a perfect savory filling and a fluffy hash brown crust. The best part is that you get all the lovely quiche ingredients without stressing over a gluten free crust recipe! Whether you serve this bacon-filled beauty for Easter brunch ...
Mar 14, 2024
An EASY St. Paddy's Day Dinner
I love all holidays and I always try to make them special for my family. I remember one year when I tried to make a memorable St Patrick's Day meal. I had green Kool-Aid, lime jello, corned beef (I had simmered all day), steamed cabbage, homemade soda bread and pistachio pudding for dessert. I couldn't wait for my f...
Mar 14, 2024
Mary or Martha... What Does YOUR Easter Look Like?
I will be the first to admit that I tend to drive myself a bit crazy at Holiday times. My family will also be the first to say the same thing. My husband and kids used to yell, "Run, there's another holiday coming, mom is going to be crabby!" And, I did get crabby, because I always bit off more than I could c...
Mar 13, 2024
Fun and Easy Easter Stained Glass DIY
Matthew 28:5-7: "The angel said to the women, 'Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; He has risen, just as He said. Come and see the place where He lay. And go quickly, and tell His disciples that He is risen from the dead; and, behold, He goes before you i...
Mar 12, 2024
Lent Check-In: Preparing Your Heart for Easter
There are a few times a year where I feel a sense of renewal. When we ring in a new year, I typically get that spark of making resolutions or setting intent for the months ahead. When the school year starts and I drop my kids off on that first day filled with excitement and nerves not knowing exactly what this grade wi...
Mar 11, 2024
Multiple Nutritional Needs in Your Family? No Problem. Here's Where to Start.
Absolutely nothing about parenting is one-size-fits all. Baby sleep schedules. Discipline strategies. Schooling choices. Family size. The same is true of nutrition and eating plans. Each of our bodies has different needs depending on our genetics, life stage, activity level, and health goals. In my house alone I'm feed...
Mar 11, 2024
I Love March... A Month Full of Firsts
I came across this old poem and illustration the other day. I have always loved March. Spring is springing into action and it's my birthday month! The year I turned ten, Easter was ON my birthday. Oh, I felt so special. This sweet poem gave me a whole new view of March. Just think of all the March things we see that no...
Mar 08, 2024
Walk By Faith
I had eye surgery last week. I'm a bit of a veteran at it as this was my fourth one. I expected to breeze through it and be back to normal quickly. When that didn't happen, some whining commenced. OK, maybe a lot of whining, and quite a bit of crabbiness too. We have five basic senses (some say more), but the stand...
Mar 07, 2024