When we think about traditions, we probably think about elaborate and long-standing rituals. The yearly trek with the family to find the perfect Christmas tree. Homemade ice cream cakes for everyone’s … [Read more...]
Why the Small Things Matter in Marriage
Recently, I was scrolling through my Facebook feed when I noticed a predominant trend. There were a ton of postings about flowers, elaborate dinners out, and expensive gifts. I’m not sure if I have … [Read more...]
How We Got Rid of Lice — Without Chemicals! — PLUS a FREE Printable
Lice. When my oldest brought home the note from school informing us that her classmate had been found with lice, I could not shake the sense of dread. Memories of losing my stuffed animals to … [Read more...]
When He Wants it, But You’d Rather…not
It’s 10pm. The kids are finally asleep, hugged and watered and tucked in for the tenth time. The baby is asleep after a marathon nursing session. The house is mostly clean and you lay down in bed … [Read more...]
How to Love Your Marriage Right Where It’s At
Sometimes we look at our marriage and we don’t see what we expected to see. Time has taken some of the shine off our spouse. The stresses of real life have taken their toll. The life … [Read more...]
Mom Lesson #5: Life Will Never Be the Same Again
This month, my oldest is celebrating her 8th birthday. So, in honor of her, I’ll be doing a series of posts every Friday this month on some surprising lessons of motherhood that I learned from her … [Read more...]