Our Home in Indiana
Sometimes I daydream about living a minimalist lifestyle. Fewer things, less clutter, less to worry about, right? This is not always true, because even (especially) non-material things can create “clutter” in our lives. But that’s a post for another day. In real life, I’m pretty far from minimalism, although I…
When I was growing up, my family established Friday evenings as our Pizza & Movie night at home. Habits of our youth easily carry over when we begin determining traditions for our own growing families, and this is one I couldn’t let go of! But with rising grocery prices, I’ve…
I love shopping resale. Actually, I love shopping in general, but there are a few reasons that shopping in resale stores can be particularly rewarding. I am of the breed who enjoys the “thrill of the hunt” when it comes to shopping: TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Ross, and thrift stores are…
The Christmas season went by so quickly that now, 11 days into the new year, I’m finally starting to feel like I have a handle on things again. From November to January is quite a rush, with multiple family birthdays and holidays stuffed in there, and I love getting caught…
Welcome to the new year! Just like last year, I needed some help selecting my “Word of the Year”. This quiz from Dayspring is a fantastic resource for those seeking a word of faith that will fill the year with a purpose for growing closer to God. The word selected…
Yes, as a child, the days leading up to Christmas seemed to drag by, even filled with seasonal activities, school parties and holiday preparations. As an adult (and a parent!), the weeks after Thanksgiving fly by in a blink! The decorating, gift seeking and wrapping, cooking, baking and more fill…