Gearing Up For A New School Year
The following is a post from our contributor, Erica. As a former classroom teacher and now a mother of school aged children, the month of August has long been regarded the beginning of the new year,...
View ArticlePreserving The Harvest
Nothing beats the flavor of fresh, local, organic produce. Make no mistake, gardening is a labor intensive endeavor (I really, really don’t like weeds), but harvesting the fruits of my labor and...
View ArticlePin It and Do It Challenge: Chalkboard Wall
I should writing a post on motherhood tonight. Instead, I’m in DIY mode, and the kids’ playroom is at the top of my list. I’ve been eyeing chalkboard walls like this one on Pinterest for awhile. Image...
View Article{Basic Training for Moms} How to Host Family Holiday Gatherings Without...
The following is a post from Erica. As fall approaches, I look forward to cooler weather and the season of family gatherings. Since we are the host family for 6-8 family members each Thanksgiving and...
View ArticleFive Tips for Organizing Your Closets (And Drawing Closer to God In the Process)
The following is a guest post from Tamara. When we visited Texas this holiday season both my husband and I came home with more stuff. (My mother stills gets joy from giving her children, their spouses,...
View ArticleLife Lessons & Chocolate Mousse
The following is from Elizabeth. This chocolate mousse recipe is just in time for Valentine’s Day. It begins with five ingredients — sugar, eggs, chocolate, water, and cream. Through careful technique,...
View ArticleSpruce Up Your Dining Area with DIY Table Runners & Napkins
I’ve seen blog posts and Pinterest pins where women have made some simple, functional and cute table runners or napkins. But inevitably these folks have sewing skills and, of course, a sewing machine....
View ArticleSpring Cleaning Your Sanctuary
The following is a post from Joyce at Keeping Up With the Moys. Around this time of year, many people get the itch to do some spring cleaning. It is a whirlwind from the holidays on, and it is March...
View ArticleSpring Cleaning: Just Do It
It’s time for Spring Cleaning, and while I’d love to attack it Martha Stewart style, I don’t have the time or stamina to attempt that. I’ve tried so many approaches to tackling this chore, that I’ve...
View ArticleSpring Cleaning Your Pantry
The season for going through the entire house, room by room, deep cleaning and organizing (also known as attempting the impossible) is upon us! If you are anything like me, you probably start spring...
View ArticleFun Ideas for Celebrating Valentine’s Day at Home
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and I never pass on the opportunity to have a themed celebration. I love holidays, some more than others, but I mostly enjoy the traditions and rituals. Of course,...
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