Why Moms Should Celebrate Easter Every Day of the Year
We attempt to practice some version of attachment-based or trust-based parenting (like what is presented in The Connected Child). There are days that I feel like a parenting rock star.…
Christ-Centered Easter Activities for Toddlers with Bonus Easter Basket Ideas
For us, Easter is not just another holiday. In the same way that I wanted to start important traditions for Advent and the Christmas season, I want my sons to…
Last Minute Valentine’s Day Ideas for Toddlers – 10 Frugal Activities with Bonus Ideas for Your Husband
This is our first Valentine’s Day with our son! We are planning on staying home since the holiday falls in the middle of the week this year. Even though my…
O Come All Ye Faithful: Preparing To Behold Jesus This Christmas
O Come, All Ye Faithful 1841 - w. translation Federick Oakeley, m. 1751, John Francis Wade O come, all ye faithful, Joyful and triumphant, O come ye, O come ye…
Last-Minute DIY Gift Ideas That Point to the Gospel
As we are in the midst of the Christmas season, many of us are preoccupied with buying gifts. This can become overwhelming, and I have frequently asked myself if gift-giving…
DIY Jesse Tree: Creating a Family Advent Tradition
What is a Jesse Tree? After years of infertility and waiting to adopt our oldest, I longed to create family holiday traditions. One particular tradition I wanted to start was…
How to Cultivate a Heart of Genuine Gratitude
My husband and I had a conversation discussing how to teach our son to say sorry. For many reasons, we don’t want to force him to say sorry. Since he…