The calendar shows me that June is about to expire as we head into July. For us, the school year begins in the second week of August, which seems painfully early to me. When August does arrive, it usually also brings back order to our days we prepare to get ready for a new school year. Lazy mornings are replaced with the sound of the alarm clock and the rushing to get breakfast served and everyone out the door by a certain time. Days filled with adventure, wonder, discovery, fun, field trips, reading marathons, endless art projects, long mornings at the park, or days at the pool, will ... read more
What is a Creative Home Keeper?
Are you a creative home keeper? Do you wonder what that even means? Our roles in our homes are many but one thing is always a constant. Let's explore and answer the question together... what is a creative home keeper? Celebrations come in all shapes and sizes. Some are big, others are small. Some are quiet, others are loud. This past spring I softly celebrated a birthdate of sorts. Five years ago, in May of 2013, I hit publish for the very first time. It was scary, thrilling, exhilarating, intimidating, and wonderful all at the same time. I had a dream, a vision and I desperately longed ... read more
Summer Family Connections Calendar
Draw closer as a family this summer with the June and July Family Connections Calendar and Scripture reading plan. Each month includes simple and easy ways to connect as a family as well as a Scripture plan to read aloud together. The summer months bring fresh opportunities to connect with your family in meaningful and intentional ways. June & July ushers in plenty of activities with summer weather appearing and more time spent together as a family outdoors. Each month, you will receive a calendar with thoughtful, yet intentional, activity ideas for your family that doesn't ... read more
Ready for Summer Fun? Do These Things First!
Are you ready for summer fun? The long, lazy days of summer are almost here but to make the most of those days, take some time now to do a little intentional planning and housekeeping tasks. Can you feel it? The long, lazy, fun days of summer are within sight! The school year is wrapping up making way for the days spent together in a pace that is a little less rushed and unhurried. Summer activities, vacations and pool time are calling your name. There is so much to get excited about as summer is drawing near! But before summer begins, it is a good idea to take ... read more
18 Summers: Planning for an Intentional Summer {Plus a Free Bucket List Printable}
Planning for an intentional summer is a great investment into your family. Use this summer bucket list printable to brainstorm and create a list of activities your family would like to complete together over the summer months. I'm kind of glad it's almost summer time, not because I particularly like hot weather (I don't) but because it will give us a chance to have some intentional family time. The last few summers I have either been pregnant or in the newborn baby phase, so I'm excited to make the most of this summer with my 3 kids... even more so since my oldest is now in school so ... read more
5 Meaningful Teacher Appreciation Gifts {they actually want}
As the school year winds down, don't forget to show your child's teacher appreciation for all the hard work they have put forth. Consider one of these 5 meaningful teacher appreciation gifts they actually want! Number 5 is my personal favorite!!!!! The next few weeks marks the end of the school year for many. Kids and teachers both look forward to long, unstructured days that summer brings... hot days at the pool, baseball games, sleeping in, endless books to read -- OK so maybe that was my list of things that I enjoyed during my summer vacations! :) As a former teacher myself, I ... read more
May Family Connections Calendar
Draw closer as a family this month with the May Family Connections Calendar and Scripture reading plan. Each month includes simple and easy ways to connect as a family as well as a Scripture plan to read aloud together. It's a new month and a fresh opportunity to connect with your family in meaningful and intentional ways. April ushers in plenty of spring activities with warmer weather appearing and more time spent together as a family outdoors. Each month, you will receive a calendar with thoughtful, yet intentional, activity ideas for your family that doesn't require much ... read more
What Your Heart & Home Desperately Needs
Does homemaking really matter? In this new series, we are going to address that question as we transform our heart and home while unpacking what homemaking really is and little things we can do to transform our hearts towards our home while creating a haven. Can I ask you a question? Do you love your home? I'm not asking if you love the way your home looks or is decorated according to your design preferences, rather I am asking if you truly have a heart for your home and the role you play in it. As women we play a big role in creating a haven at home. It's not up to just us but we ... read more
Gospel-Focused Homemaking Books for Your Heart & Home
Homemaking is one of those terms that packs a lot of different opinions but when we begin to understand what gospel-focused homemaking is it changes both our hearts & homes. These 9 must-read Gospel-focused homemaking books are a must read for any Christian woman who wants to dig deep into Scripture to examine truths & practical ideas for the home. Homemaking is one of those terms that packs a lot of different opinions among individuals, some may even have really strong opinions when asked what homemaking means. The truth is that homemaking can mean a lot of different ... read more
April Family Connections Calendar
Draw closer as a family this month with the April Family Connections Calendar and Scripture reading plan. Each month includes simple and easy ways to connect as a family as well as a Scripture plan to read aloud together. It's a new month and a fresh opportunity to connect with your family in meaningful and intentional ways. April ushers in plenty of spring activities with warmer weather appearing and more time spent together as a family outdoors. Each month, you will receive a calendar with thoughtful, yet intentional, activity ideas for your family that doesn't require ... read more
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