This winter has been one of the most unusual ones I can recall. We had snow (more than once) and several days of freezing temperatures. This is quite unusual here on the Texas Gulf Coast! Though I’m certain we’ll be complaining about the heat soon enough, most of us are glad to see the arrival of spring. We have different needs in cold … [Read more...] about Ways to Save Money This Spring
Imprinting Our Days with Good
I recently listened to the audiobook of Liturgy of the Ordinary by Tish Harrison Warren. It’s so thought provoking that I’ve listened to it twice! In this book, Warren discusses how we can be aware of God’s presence during the routines of everyday life. As she discusses making the bed in the morning, she mentions the concept of imprinting. … [Read more...] about Imprinting Our Days with Good
Why I Still Sing and Listen to Hymns
Some friends of ours suffered a heartbreaking loss a couple of months ago. As we were praying for them and feeling a little shaken, I kept thinking about the words of the second verse of “The Solid Rock:” “When darkness seems to hide His face, I rest on His unchanging grace; In ev'ry high and stormy gale, My anchor holds within the … [Read more...] about Why I Still Sing and Listen to Hymns
Biscuits and Gravy Bake
We can argue whether or not breakfast is the most important meal of the day. However, if done right, I honestly think it’s the most delicious meal of the day! One of the tasty options available to us is this Biscuits and Gravy Bake. I’ll warn you in advance that there is nothing healthy about this casserole. It is high in calories and … [Read more...] about Biscuits and Gravy Bake
5 Tips for Eating Out with Young Kids
A few weeks ago, a complete stranger stopped by my family’s table at a restaurant and asked me how I get my kids to behave so well in public. I was completely taken aback by the question! In fact, I had a hard time formulating an answer on the spot. I was inwardly cheering. Parenting is hard work. I sometimes feel like I’m a hamster on … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Eating Out with Young Kids
Differences Between Hymns and Contemporary Worship Songs
My husband and I began discussing hymns and contemporary worship music a few weeks ago after we heard some radio personalities discussing what they considered to be some of the greatest worship songs of all time. As we debated the songs they mentioned, we began to wonder what makes one song a hymn and another song a worship song. I’m a … [Read more...] about Differences Between Hymns and Contemporary Worship Songs
Pie-Themed Clothespin Number Match
My preschooler became a fan of pie after we ate some over Thanksgiving last fall. As I’ve noted previously, she also really enjoys counting objects. I decided to make her a pie-themed number match activity so she could enjoy the two at the same time! This activity is the same concept as the Pizza-Themed Clothespin Number Match that I … [Read more...] about Pie-Themed Clothespin Number Match
Rest Time Toys for Kids Who’ve Stopped Napping
Last week I detailed why and how I instituted a rest time when my oldest child stopped napping. Toys are a key part of this rest time. My preschooler doesn’t have to sleep during rest time, but she does have to sit on her bed in her dimly lit room. As she sits there and relaxes, she may read books or play quietly with rest time toys. In … [Read more...] about Rest Time Toys for Kids Who’ve Stopped Napping
