Years and years ago, we lived in Ohio for the first few years of our marriage and my husband's first military assignment at Wright Patterson Air Force Base. I was 20. We attended a lovely church there called Bethany Christian Church and served as youth leaders. That's where I met my sweet friend Jackie. Jackie was an amazing friend, and honestly, I like to say that God gave me Jackie (who was Continue Reading >>
Should you go see Paddington Two or not?
Paddington - the first movie was a big hit with my kids, so when we had the chance in early December to go see the brand new Paddington 2 before it hit theaters we were very excited! We got to take along our good friends Abby and Anna (age 9), my twins Joshua and Peter (age 8), and my son Caleb (age 11). We settled into our seats with popcorn and waited with great anticipation. I am happy Continue Reading >>
The Best Red Velvet Cheesecake with Chocolate Ganache for Valentine’s Day
The first step to make this deliciously beautiful Red Velvet Cheesecake with Chocolate Ganache for Valentine's Day is to mix up the red velvet brownie crust. Doesn't that just set the tone? I love the contrast of the cocoa powder and the flour in this bowl of dry ingredients.While the brownie crust is cooling, you will mix up the no-bake cheesecake filling and get it ready. This gorgeous pink Continue Reading >>
7 Fun Ways to Use Essential Oils in the Home
Essential oils offer amazing benefits for moms and families. I use essential oils daily for various purposes in my home. Through the use of diffusers in our living spaces, we’re able to easily enjoy the aromatherapy properties that oils have to offer. But did you know that a diffuser is not your only choice? Today, I am sharing fun ways you can use essential oils in your home in addition to the Continue Reading >>
f is for Fox: Lowercase Alphabet Pages
f is For Fox is a fun ebook with 26 pages to copy and trace the lowercase alphabet while learning letter formation and beginning letter sounds. Each page has fun images to color. These ebooks are the perfect addition to your preschool plan! Here are three sample pages. Graphics Continue Reading >>
J is for Jellyfish: Dotted Alphabet Pages
These adorable J is for Jellyfish alphabet pages will help your preschool child learn letter formation and letter sounds! Each page has a letter in uppercase and lowercase for your child to paint with q-tips, letters to trace, and pictures to color. 26 pages in all, this fun workbook will be the perfect addition to your preschool days. Here are three sample pages. Continue Reading >>
