Good Morning, Mama. It’s really true what they say, the days are long but the years are short. 4 years ago, it was her in the crib. Now she stands tall beside it. One month ago, he couldn’t pull up at all. Now he greets me proud and tall, holding onto the top rail. WhateverContinue reading “15 Minute Connection”
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Why You Need to Try the 3 Marker Challenge
Hey, Mama. Want a simple, easy way to spend some quality time with your kids? We celebrated my daughter’s 5th birthday yesterday—and one of the ways we celebrated was with a family style “3 Marker Challenge”. You pick a picture to color (we often like to do it around a “theme”—for this we did “Birthday”!Continue reading “Why You Need to Try the 3 Marker Challenge”
Out of the Ordinary Days
I woke up later than usual today, and so did the kids. Breakfast was late. And leisurely. We lingered and talked, and I had a second cup of coffee. Our morning routines are behind; although they are slowly getting finished. There have been several quiet moments like this (pic above) as the bigger kids haveContinue reading “Out of the Ordinary Days”
All About Groceries
Curious how we grocery shop and meal plan? Once a month, we place an order for grocery delivery from our local warehouse store. The order we place is all the food that our family of 7 will eat for the next 4 weeks. Since all of our meals use the same base ingredients, we alwaysContinue reading “All About Groceries”
Brotherly Love
One of my hands down favorite things about homeschooling is the bond our kids have with each other. This morning, Mr. 7 and Mr. 14 sat side by side working on math together—and they truly enjoy (most days) spending time with each other. Of course, there’s arguing, and wrestling, and frustration…but more often there’s laughter,Continue reading “Brotherly Love”
How Candles Can Change Your Mornings
Good Morning, Mama. How do you start your mornings as a family? Our breakfast table often looks like this; as sleepy children wander in to the kitchen, they’re greeted with candles glowing and glasses of cold water waiting at their places. It’s amazing how candlelight can transform the mood of the morning! As we gatherContinue reading “How Candles Can Change Your Mornings”
Lived Out Faith
Good Morning, Mama. This was me last Sunday, reading Scripture with a babe in arms at our outdoor worship gathering. What a week it’s been! No matter where you find yourself politically, whether you are celebrating or despairing, know this: The King is still on His throne. He is not surprised nor dismayed. He isContinue reading “Lived Out Faith”
Content Where You’re At
We don’t have a huge backyard. But we sure are thankful for the little green space behind our house. We play out there daily. We planted a little garden. We drag our picnic benches back there and paint with watercolors. We search for earthworms and play card games on a blanket. It’s a small spaceContinue reading “Content Where You’re At”
Are Your Routines Serving Your Family?
Good Morning, Mama. It’s going to be a beautiful day here in the Northeast, so we plan to speed through a few morning chores so that we can spend most of the day outside. While we usually take Friday mornings to tidy up as a family and get the house ready for the weekend, weContinue reading “Are Your Routines Serving Your Family?”
Hands On Science
This is a favorite book in our home—for the kids, and for me. All the experiments use materials that we usually already have on hand, and there’s very little adult help required. It’s been great for my kids who love science to have something they can pull out whenever the urge to experiment strikes. AndContinue reading “Hands On Science”
Next Door Hope 