The Pot Boiled Over: Making Messy Moments Count

The Pot Boiled Over: Making Messy Moments Count

I got a little distracted that morning. My pre-homeschool routine includes a workout, shower, “quiet” time, some social media posting + scheduling, and getting breakfast ready for everyone. The days have been chilly, so oatmeal sounds good every morning....
LifeLight 2013!

LifeLight 2013!

Many years ago, The Hubby and I joined thousands of people in a cornfield on the outskirts on Sioux Falls, South Dakota for a free Christian music festival featuring some of my favorite singers and bands. It was a super fun weekend and we went back a couple of years...
The Repentant Mosquito {A Story for World Malaria Day}

The Repentant Mosquito {A Story for World Malaria Day}

This post was co-written with my eldest son, Big J, who will turn 7 this Saturday, which doesn’t even seem possible. It was a blessing to share this experience with him, brainstorming and storytelling and hoping to make a difference. I think we shall do this...

Pinterest Post Party: LEGO Birthday Party!

When Big J told me he wanted his sixth birthday party to be a LEGO party, I did a little happy dance. I knew the internet was swarming with LEGO birthday party ideas and, sure enough, Pinterest had more than enough inspiration to make planning this party a snap! I...

Big Brother, Little Brother

We have one proud, and affectionate, big brother on our hands… And little brother is doing quite well! Double J just had his one month check up and here are his stats: 10 pounds 7 ounces {100% percentile} 21 3/4 inches long {95% percentile} 16 inches head...

Floor Time {Two Weeks Old!}

Two weeks old and enjoying some time on the floor with his big brothers… And tummy time was a success! Celebrating the little things 🙂