I had a dollhouse as a little girl that I thought was beyond amazing. My daddy made it in our basement secretly for Christmas over several months when I was about 9. It was a two story Victorian style with a big porch and even the tiny mailbox had tiny lettering that he carefully hand painted our address on- 227 (and 1/2) Stone St. I spent so many hours at the table playing with my dollhouse, ...
Cappuccino Chip Cookies
I have a raging coffee addiction- I stumble out of bed every single morning and head straight for the coffee pot where I brew my little pod or two or three, during the day I usually enjoy at least one large iced coffee and of course I am always looking for ways to add coffee or coffee flavoring into my recipes. Sound familiar? Are we coffee kindred spirits? Then you are going to love these ...
How to Get Started Homeschooling
Are you considering homeschooling your child? Feel overwhelmed and wondering how to get started homeschooling? While I am not an expert I have traveled the road and ran into my own problems that I had to figure out. I have gathered some ideas and resources to help you get started on your homeschool journey. Mostly I want you to remember, It's OK. If you are making the best choices you know how ...
Pressure Cooker Beef Stew Recipe
This post may contain some links that if you purchase items from them may give me a small commission but will not increase your price of the item My mother in law gifted me a pressure cooker last year for my birthday because I had been wanting one for canning, and I had the best of intentions of using it right away but it sat in my pantry still in the box until just a couple weeks ago. I have to ...
Diving Into God’s Word With She Reads Truth Bible Journaling
I was given this Bible to review for B&H Publishing by FrontGate Media. While I was given the Bible for free all thoughts and opinions are my own. I have long wanted to dive into God's word deeper, to try my hand at Bible journaling- making more notes, highlighting key scriptures, creating simple art in the margins to help what I read stick. This year I have been given the opportunity to ...
Making the Most of Car Time with Car Ride Devotions
We received a copy of the book Rick Warren- God's Big Plans for Me in exchange for a review but all opinions are my own honest thoughts. Every.single.time we get in the car my kids beg for the DVD to be turned on whatever movie was left in last, even the 10 minute car ride to school. I thought there has to be a better way to spend this precious time.I will be honest and say that even though we ...
Oatmeal Cookie Brown Sugar Scrub
I make homemade beauty recipes, like this Oatmeal Cookie Brown Sugar Scrub often for several reasons- I am a busy mom on a budget and I don't have the time or the money for expensive spa treatments. Luckily, with some experimenting I have found many that I can do at home for very little cost, and they are just as good or better because you don't have to worry about the added ...
Teach Your Child to Have Daily Devotions
I was given a copy of Jesus Always 365 Devotions for Kids in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. I have an adorable and determined little 6 year old who is working her way through leveled readers. She loves going to church, singing along with our faith based station, and learning about Jesus but we weren't doing daily devotions and I knew that it was time to add that to our routine. ...
How to Talk About Puberty With Boys
Disclaimer: I was provided with the book in exchange for my unbiased and honest review. When you purchase items from the links within the post I receive a small amount that helps keep the site running but does not add to your total- thanks for your support! My son is 9 and a bit innocent and sheltered, I was not looking forward to the talk, the questions, the smells.. . I wasn't yet ready for ...
Maple Pumpkin Spice Iced Latte
I have a coffee problem...except it's not a problem..coffee is the solution to the problem, right? I also love pumpkin spiced anything and wait impatiently all year for Fall to roll around .However, I live in Florida, and we only have a handful of days where a hot drink is a treat so I generally opt for my coffee iced after my first morning cuppa. I tossed together this delicious Maple Pumpkin ...
Tips for an End Summer Backyard Picnic
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser, Walmart Family Mobile. All opinions are mine alone. #SummerIsForSavings #CollectiveBias #WFM3 We didn't get to do as many fun things as I hoped we would this summer, it seemed to fly by so fast! But when we got down to the last week before back to school I really wanted to do something for the kids that would give us ...
Protein Packed PB&J Smoothie (After School Snack)
My kids are super picky, one thing I can count on them to always beg for is a Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich. However, I am on a mission to reduce refined sugars, and cut carbs in general as much as possible. My answer to the PBJ request is to greet the kids after school with a Protein Packed PB&J Smoothie After School Snack. It can also be enjoyed as breakfast to keep little minds full ...