My hands and my heart have been so full these last two weeks as we’ve been adjusting to life as a family of five! We welcomed our third child, Gilana Brielle, on September 20th. Gilana means “joy” and Brielle (a diminutive of Gabrielle) means “strength of God” or “heroine of God.” She weighed 7 lbs. 15 oz. and was 19 in. long. Her … [Read more...] about Our Hearts Are So Full!
Ways to Save Money this Fall
Though I’ve lived here for over a decade, I’m still amazed at how hot the summers get in Texas. If you try to beat this heat using air conditioning, then high electricity bills are inevitable. Thankfully, summer has transitioned to fall, which means relief is on the way. We did our best to save money this summer despite the heat. Now … [Read more...] about Ways to Save Money this Fall
5 Biblical Truths We’re Reminded of By the Change in Seasons
Here on the Texas Gulf Coast we’re thrilled that summer has passed and autumn has arrived! This change gives us hope that we’ll soon have a break from the heat. I’m generally pleased when we change from one season to the next, even when we transition to summer and I know the heat is coming. This is partly because I like the order that … [Read more...] about 5 Biblical Truths We’re Reminded of By the Change in Seasons
17 Ways Dads Can Bond with Their Newborns
We place so much emphasis on moms bonding with their newborns that we sometimes overlook dads. We forget that dads can and should be bonding with their newborns, too! Thankfully, there are lots of simple ways that dads can interact and connect with their newborns. Here are 17 of those ways. (Click on the image to view and download a … [Read more...] about 17 Ways Dads Can Bond with Their Newborns
Dare to Prepare: Why You Really Should Say Something If You See Something
“If you see something, say something” is a common safety motto across the U.S. The phrase was developed on September 12, 2001 by advertising executive Allen Kay (source). A few months later, when the Metropolitan Transportation Authority in NYC needed a safety slogan, he passed it on to them. Since that time, law enforcement agencies and … [Read more...] about Dare to Prepare: Why You Really Should Say Something If You See Something
Slow Cooker Creamy Veggie Tortellini Soup
Like most busy moms, I love using my slow cooker to prepare dinners. I’ve recently grown particularly fond of making soups in my slow cooker. This is because my oldest kiddos have become a little picky when it comes to vegetables. They simply aren’t eating them with the enthusiasm they once did. Soups are an exception. For some reason, … [Read more...] about Slow Cooker Creamy Veggie Tortellini Soup
Why You Should Dare to Prepare for a Disaster
Even though it’s not something that most of us want to think about, the reality is that every single day we face the possibility of experiencing a disaster. This is because disasters don’t respect geographic boundaries and they come in a variety of forms, including natural disasters (hurricanes, tornadoes, volcanic eruptions, wildfires, etc.), … [Read more...] about Why You Should Dare to Prepare for a Disaster
How to Cook Real Food Without Spending All Day in the Kitchen
I do my best to feed nutritious meals to my family. It’s been really tough during this season, though. I’m in the third trimester of pregnancy and I’m caring for my 3-year-old and 2-year-old. I’m tired. By the time evening arrives, I’m tempted to feed them any old convenience food in order to avoid being on my feet and working over a hot … [Read more...] about How to Cook Real Food Without Spending All Day in the Kitchen
