Cloth diapering an exclusively breastfed infant is really easy. Once a baby starts complimentary foods, though, it becomes a little challenging! This is because diapers covered in soft, water-soluble breast milk poop can go straight into the wash without any special preparation. However, the bulkier poop associated with solid foods must be … [Read more...] about DIY Splatter Shield for Spraying Cloth Diapers
The Surprising Environmental Impact of Clothing
Last year I read a couple of eye-opening articles about how clothing impacts the environment. The impact of the manufacturing of clothing, our use of clothes, and how we discard unwanted items is pretty shocking! We’re causing significant harm to the environment with items as seemingly innocuous as t-shirts. What do I mean by this? Each … [Read more...] about The Surprising Environmental Impact of Clothing
Printable Candy Heart Encouragement Notes
As I noted in my last post, husbands benefit greatly from words of encouragement. It is great to speak these to our husbands, but it’s also nice to put them in notes that we can stick in their lunchboxes, tape to their steering wheels, or leave on their pillows. Because Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, I thought it would be fun to … [Read more...] about Printable Candy Heart Encouragement Notes
35 Encouragements Every Husband Would Love to Hear
The longer I’m married, the more I realize how much my words impact my husband. Even though “words of affirmation” isn’t one of his love languages, he still benefits from encouragements. Even the most simple of these can set a positive tone for his day and make him feel like a hero! I want to make him feel this way more often, so I’ve … [Read more...] about 35 Encouragements Every Husband Would Love to Hear
Sausage and Tortellini in Cheesy Tomato Sauce
I think this may be my favorite of the new dishes on our winter menu. It’s one that my husband found on Pinterest! Conveniently prepared in one pot, this savory and warm dish is a perfect winter dinner. Ingredients (Adapted from this recipe.) 1 lb. smoked sausage, sliced 1 medium onion, chopped ½ tablespoon olive oil 1 … [Read more...] about Sausage and Tortellini in Cheesy Tomato Sauce
8 Reasons To Love Your Local Library
As I’ve used our library system more and more, I’ve realized that it offers a lot for community members. We can check out books, of course, but lending books is just one of the services it provides. I recently learned that many libraries celebrate a “love your library” week or month during February to coincide with Valentine’s Day. … [Read more...] about 8 Reasons To Love Your Local Library
He’ll Catch You If You Fall
Do you ever hold back when pursuing the things you feel called to because you’re afraid you’ll stumble or fall? I sometimes do. I’ll become paralyzed by the doubts and concerns that swirl in my mind. What will happen if I fail? Will God be disappointed in me? Will my family and friends be disappointed in me? Perhaps I’m not really called to … [Read more...] about He’ll Catch You If You Fall
5 Reasons to Keep a Journal for Your Husband
When I was a teen, long before I even knew for sure that I would get married, I began documenting some of my thoughts and feelings about marriage, family, and life in general in some letters. I planned to give these letters to my husband if I was blessed with one someday. This may seem like an odd approach to some of you, but for someone like … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons to Keep a Journal for Your Husband
