I just finished reading a book this week that is so very relevant for parents in today's culture. It is calledTrophy Child: Saving Parents from Performance, Preparing Children for Something Greater Than Themselves. {I know, quite the title...but the part that has stuck with me is TROPHY CHILD.}The author of this book, Ted Cunningham, is the senior pastor at Woodland Hills Family Church in Missouri. From many of the descriptions in this book about what their church does and means for children, it ... Read More about Trophy Child {book review}
Sunday evening thankfulness & contentment
My heart has been so, so full of thoughts on simplicity, contentment and gratitude. I finished the book, Almost Amish, and am almost finished now with The Dirty Life. I have a post coming later this week discussing both. :) But these books, as well as my word of the year have stirred up these topics in my heart and mind. I enjoyed both books very much, though they were very different.Living a more simple life ~ in this day and age ~ takes work. It's not easy to live simply. Contrary to the ... Read More about Sunday evening thankfulness & contentment
Desperate {book review}
"I just can't be a mom today." Raise your hand if you have ever muttered these words... Me, too. So, when I saw the description - actually, when I saw the title of this next book, I knew I needed to read it. There have been so many desperate moments in my motherhood journey... So, I was very excited when I saw that BookSneeze had this new book available for review! I'm a big fan of Sally Clarkson and was thrilled to read her new book co-authored by Sarah Mae. First of all, this ... Read More about Desperate {book review}
10 Ways to Use Dr. Bronner’s Soap
{affiliate links used. thank you for supporting this blog.} I'm on a quest to find out what store bought cleaners & hygiene products I can make on my own! Cheaper! No chemicals! Yay! Over the past few months, I have experimented and tried lots of different things. Some I can share with you. Some I will not. LOL! The ways I'm sharing to use Dr. Bronner's (or any castille soap) have proven tried and true in my own home. I LOVE finding products with MULTIPLE uses! Vinegar and Castille soap ... Read More about 10 Ways to Use Dr. Bronner’s Soap
My Plate Wall
{my thrift store plate wall} So, I know I'm a little behind the times, but I have recently added a plate wall to our dining area and I absolutely love.it!!! The absolute best part!?!? I got all the plates at 3 different thrift stores and spent less than $15 on a whole new look for my kitchen and dining area!! Woo-hoo!! I also plan to still pick up a plate here and there to add to this wall. A work in progress if you will. {And, I really want a big farm house style dining table next...anyone ... Read More about My Plate Wall
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