It may be the one thing I struggle with the most, although it takes on many forms. Laziness is an ugly thing and it is hard to shake. It is such a selfish and self-centered sin. I know that and I see its effects over and over again. And it still keeps coming back. I...
These last five days have been FULL to the brim with emotion. The whole spectrum of emotion fit into less than a week can be a little draining, but it is also a picture of what God has built into each of us as His creation… Intense grief and sadness over a life...
Three years ago. 4:04 am. In the middle of a thunderstorm. After 14 hours of labor, here you came… into a family so ready to love on you, including your proud big {but still little at the time} brother… You have grown up so fast… but every step of...
Time for more Inspiration Workshop with Gussy! This week’s theme…Spend the Day Playing! I don’t have to look very far for inspiration in this area! The boys recently got a new water table… We set up in the backyard, filled it with water and...
Well, it’s not all finalized, but I’m posting our curriculum plan for now! I’ll update this post as we get everything in order – the fall is sneaking up on me! ***** Big J will be starting kindergarten at Elm Tree Academy {ELM are my initials...
I have so many friends due with little ones in the next nine months, it’s hard NOT to think about how to help them all out! And every new mom, whether first time or repeat, appreciates not having to cook! It is my favorite way to bless these dear friends!...
Today the number 500 shows up as I’m counting blessings. Honestly, I thought it would take FOREVER to reach One Thousand Gifts as Ann has encouraged us. But once you start LOOKING for blessings, they are EVERYWHERE to be found! I would say I’m halfway to...
No, I won’t be sharing any poetry today. Not my strong suit. But I will be sharing my love for our new lunchboxes. Easy Lunchboxes…oh, how we are enjoying you! I wrote to Kelly at Easy Lunchboxes sharing some of the nightmares we all face with packing...
I can’t remember the last time our family laughed so hard reading a book. How to Get a Job…by Me, the Boss is one of the latest books by the author of the The Jesus Storybook Bible, Sally Lloyd-Jones. It came just in time to take on our road trip late last...
Resources mentioned: Seeds of Character from Seeds Family Worship Put On Chart from Doorposts ***** And if you haven’t ordered your CDs yet, you can use the code HWTB to get 20% off your order at the Seeds store! ***** Disclosure: I am honored to be the Seeds Family...
I'm Erin, a wife, boy mom x 3, writer, and runner in Nebraska! I'm excited to share all my favorites relating to faith, family, fashion, and fitness in this space! Enjoy!