Less Toys, More Creativity

by | Nov 16, 2017 | Trends

I love being “Grammy Pammy” to not only my own grandchildren, but several children I get to invest in through various moms ministries. It is so fun to witness the different stages of growth, how the kiddos interact, and what piques their creativity. Have you ever...

The Joy of Intentional Gift-Giving

by | Nov 2, 2017 | Trends

If holiday gift-giving has gotten away from you in the past, or if you can’t even imagine how you are going to budget for it this year, or make room for all the new toys, or add to the laundry pile of clothes, or manage your family’s screen-time with the next...

by | Oct 12, 2017 | Faith

My husband and I recently made a big shift in the way we live.  In a season where most people our age are in their peak earning years, accumulating excessive amounts of unnecessary things, we are intentionally taking a step back to live simply. I realize our path is...

The Pop-Up Blocker for Daily Living

by | Sep 21, 2017 | Faith

Living Focused Amidst the Danger of Distractions A distraction is defined as something that makes it difficult to think or pay attention. Wow, anybody? Distractions were robbing me every day of focus, joy, clarity, calling, and the “present” of the present.  Every...

Seven Steps to Simplify Back To School

by | Aug 24, 2017 | Life Issues

“Direction, not intention, determines your destination.” -Andy Stanley “Back to school” season is here, and we all have visions and intentions of easing seamlessly into the fall season. To make those dreams a reality, however, you will need to pause, reflect, and then...