Crazy Tennis Fans

So, I haven’t had much time to write lately…can you tell? BUT, the 2014 US Open Tennis Tournament started this week and my friend Sami and I had the crazy idea to do a draw challenge, kind of like March Madness but with tennis! And just to prove our...
Be a Hunger Hero

Be a Hunger Hero

I participated in this program on behalf of Champions for Kids and The Motherhood. All opinions are my own. There are hungry kids in underdeveloped and third world countries. While I’m not ok with it, I’ve accepted this fact. I’ve told you about it...
They’re Speaking a Different Language, But I’m Still Listening

They’re Speaking a Different Language, But I’m Still Listening

The Star Wars obsession in our house has reached full throttle. Don’t get me wrong, I actually like Star Wars, especially the original three episodes. Han Solo is my favorite. Who is with me?! The boys, however, have taken liking Star Wars to a whole new level....
Vote for the New fashionABLE + ALT Scarf AND a Sale!

Vote for the New fashionABLE + ALT Scarf AND a Sale!

I have included affiliate links below. When you purchase through these links, I may receive a small commission. Thank you for supporting this site and our sponsorship of our Compassion child, Samson! Let’s start with the sale because I don’t want you to...
Interrupted: Annoyed, Flustered, Blessed?

Interrupted: Annoyed, Flustered, Blessed?

I have included affiliate links below. When you purchase through these links, I may receive a small commission. Thank you for supporting this site and our sponsorship of our Compassion child, Samson! I received a copy of this book to review, but was not compensated in...
Let My Private Life Be the Proof Of Your Love

Let My Private Life Be the Proof Of Your Love

I’m surrounded by men and women making a big difference in this world. Rescuing women and children from human trafficking. Running maternity homes in Kenya. Creating sustainable income for men + women living in poverty. They have taken God’s call in Isaiah...
Summer Book Club for Moms Check-In #2: The Promise Box

Summer Book Club for Moms Check-In #2: The Promise Box

I have included affiliate links below. When you purchase through these links, I may receive a small commission. Thank you for supporting this site and our sponsorship of our Compassion child, Samson! Well, this should have been posted at the end of July, but I was...
It’s Freeing to Know Who You Are

It’s Freeing to Know Who You Are

This weekend I discovered the freedom of interacting with others when you know who you are. Taking the StrengthsFinder test back in February opened my eyes to giftings I “kind of” knew were there from the Lord already, but I didn’t know how to name...
First Day of School at Elm Tree Academy! {2014-15}

First Day of School at Elm Tree Academy! {2014-15}

Today was the first day of school for the new year with these handsome boys! It is our fourth year of homeschool, with Big J starting third grade, Little J in first grade, and Double J wanting to learn colors, shapes, and letters, which the boys names...
4 x 4: Get to Know Me Before Declare!

4 x 4: Get to Know Me Before Declare!

Next week is the Declare Conference in Dallas and I am over-the-moon excited to be attending and speaking this year! Some of my very favorite writer friends will be there and it has been WAY too long since we’ve seen each other. And since I know no strangers,...