My two older kids are fascinated with snow. They frequently ask me when it will snow and if they can do things like build a snowman. They aren’t quite old enough to understand that we live in a location (the Texas Gulf Coast) where snow is rare. Because they desire to play in snow so much, I’ve been on the lookout for “snow” activities that … [Read more...] about Snow Activities for Families Living in Warm Climates
One-Pot Savory Chicken and Rice
I love experimenting with recipes and trying new foods, but sometimes it’s the basics that make the best meals! For example, consider this Savory Chicken and Rice. It calls for simple ingredients and is easy to prepare. Moreover, my kids love it despite the fact that it contains a hidden veggie! Ingredients 2 ½ cups chicken broth 2 … [Read more...] about One-Pot Savory Chicken and Rice
Christian Parenting Affirmations
This last summer, as I was preparing to give birth to my third child, I wrote out some labor affirmations on note cards. Affirmations—statements meant to encourage, inspire, and energize—are helpful during labor because delivering a baby (vaginally or via C-section) is strenuous, requiring a lot of mental and physical energy. As I was caring … [Read more...] about Christian Parenting Affirmations
Keep Short Lists
I don’t typically think about my mortality on a daily basis. However, throughout this past year, my husband and I have been reminded of the fragility and brevity of life on numerous occasions. Early in the year, we had a young cousin nearly die in a car accident. In the fall, I experienced two rare and serious complications while having … [Read more...] about Keep Short Lists
Start the New Year with a Spiritual Detox
I know many individuals who plan to begin this year with a detox. Whether it’s using juices, essential oils, soups, shakes, or other special foods and supplements, they hope to rid themselves of toxins and/or get back to healthy eating after binging over the holidays. Though I’m not currently interested in a detox of this kind, I’ve become … [Read more...] about Start the New Year with a Spiritual Detox
Printable Christmas Story Word Clouds
I often find myself unsure of what to write when I sit to draft the posts I will publish before Christian holidays like Christmas and Easter. After all, the Bible already says the most important things about these holidays! I don’t feel like I have any particularly meaningful insights this Christmas, so I will share with you some words from … [Read more...] about Printable Christmas Story Word Clouds
12 Crafts to Help Kids Understand the Christmas Story
My 2-year-old and 4-year-old are really into crafts right now. They ask to draw, paint, make masks, create collages, or do something else creative every single day. I’ve found a number of cool Christmas crafts for them that yield secular symbols of Christmas (trees, wreaths, bells, etc.). I don’t have a problem with these, but I want to make … [Read more...] about 12 Crafts to Help Kids Understand the Christmas Story
Chocolate Cinnamon No-Bake Thumbprints
Many years ago, when I was a freshman in college, my roommate would use frosting, graham cracker crumbs, and a couple of other ingredients to make some tasty little no-bake cookies. I sent her a text message last year to ask if she remembered the recipe because I thought they might make a neat addition to the assortment of cookies I was making … [Read more...] about Chocolate Cinnamon No-Bake Thumbprints
