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The Best Freezer Meals

May 30, 2016 By Shannon This post may contain affiliate links and this site uses cookies. Click here for details.

Frozen meals are wonderful because they can be pulled from the freezer and used whenever they are needed. What are some of the best meals to freeze?

Today we are going to answer another question from a reader. It’s timely for me that we examine her question because I’m trying to prepare freezer meals to use after I give birth later this summer. Sharon asked the following: “Hi, I have some friends that are having some health issues and would like to do some cooking for them. I am … [Read more...] about The Best Freezer Meals

Filed Under: Being Salt & Light, Keeping the Home Tagged With: cooking tips, menu planning, organized living

Tips for Preparing Great Burgers

May 27, 2016 By Shannon This post may contain affiliate links and this site uses cookies. Click here for details.

Some burgers turn out moist and flavorful, while others are dry and bland. If you want the former, then follow these tips for cooking great burgers.

Hamburgers are one of my absolute favorite foods. For the most part, I’ve been content eating a wide variety of burgers prepared at restaurants, barbecues, and here at home. I’ve been paying more attention recently and I’ve noticed that there is great variation in the quality of burgers I eat. Some are moist and flavorful, while others … [Read more...] about Tips for Preparing Great Burgers

Filed Under: Keeping the Home Tagged With: cooking tips

4 Things Christians Should Stop Posting on Social Media (Part 2)

May 25, 2016 By Shannon This post may contain affiliate links and this site uses cookies. Click here for details.

Sometimes I’m surprised at what Christians post on their social media pages. Here are some types of posts that Christians should avoid sharing.

Last week I posed this question: If all that non-Christians know of Christianity is what they see from Christians on social media, then what is their understanding of our faith? We then looked at the first of four types of posts that I think Christians should avoid posting on social media. Let’s examine the remaining types of posts … [Read more...] about 4 Things Christians Should Stop Posting on Social Media (Part 2)

Filed Under: Being Salt & Light, Growing Spiritually, Reflecting on Life Tagged With: friendship, handling differences, just for fun, spiritual growth, technology

Road Tripping with a Toddler: Tips for an Enjoyable Ride

May 23, 2016 By Shannon This post may contain affiliate links and this site uses cookies. Click here for details.

Car travel with a toddler poses some challenges, but you can still have a fantastic road trip. It just takes some creativity and planning!

The only thing more intimidating than taking a road trip with an infant is taking one with a toddler. Fortunately, as is the case when road tripping with a baby, a little planning and creativity can help things go smoothly and enjoyably. Please note that this post contains some affiliate links. Click here to read about what this … [Read more...] about Road Tripping with a Toddler: Tips for an Enjoyable Ride

Filed Under: Raising an Inheritance Tagged With: just for fun, organized living, toddlers

4 Things Christians Should Stop Posting on Social Media (Part 1)

May 18, 2016 By Shannon This post may contain affiliate links and this site uses cookies. Click here for details.

Sometimes I’m shocked at what Christians post on their social media pages. Here’s the first of four things that Christians shouldn’t share on social media.

If all that non-Christians know of Christianity is what they see from Christians on social media, then what is their understanding of our faith? I’ve been pondering this recently because I’m often shocked at the things I see Christians posting on their social media pages. There are some things we just need to avoid sharing. Here are … [Read more...] about 4 Things Christians Should Stop Posting on Social Media (Part 1)

Filed Under: Being Salt & Light, Growing Spiritually, Reflecting on Life Tagged With: friendship, handling differences, just for fun, spiritual growth, technology

Eating Out While On a Tight Budget

May 16, 2016 By Shannon This post may contain affiliate links and this site uses cookies. Click here for details.

Eating out doesn’t have to cost a fortune. There are a number of strategies we can use to make eating out affordable.

You can generally prepare a homemade meal for the entire family for the price of one entrée at a restaurant. Subsequently, if you’re on a tight budget, then eating out probably isn’t something you should do very often! This is a somewhat discouraging reality for many of us. My household is on a tight budget, but we really enjoy getting … [Read more...] about Eating Out While On a Tight Budget

Filed Under: Managing Finances Tagged With: date night ideas, frugal living, personal finance

5 Reasons We Should Listen to Music in Our Homes

May 13, 2016 By Shannon This post may contain affiliate links and this site uses cookies. Click here for details.

When we listen to music, it impacts the environment in our homes. Consider these 5 ways that music can benefit our households.

A few days ago I began playing some music after my daughter got up from nap. When I did this, it really struck me that playing music has an impact on the aura or feeling in my home. In general, my home seems like a more pleasant, peaceful, and joy-filled place when we’re listening to music. I read up on the topic and learned that music … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons We Should Listen to Music in Our Homes

Filed Under: Keeping the Home, Reflecting on Life Tagged With: just for fun

The Best Low-Tech Toddler Toys

May 11, 2016 By Shannon This post may contain affiliate links and this site uses cookies. Click here for details.

The best toys for our toddlers are often low-tech options that provide opportunities for them to use their imaginations and practice motor skills.

Toddler toys that are embellished with flashing lights and blasting sounds abound in toy stores. Like most toddlers, my daughter is drawn to these. However, despite her initial interest, they don’t hold her attention for very long. She favors battery-free toys that are simple and versatile. I love these toys, too, because they allow her … [Read more...] about The Best Low-Tech Toddler Toys

Filed Under: Raising an Inheritance Tagged With: health and safety, toddlers

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