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The “Non-Hack” That Will Completely Change Your Social Media Habits
I can always tell the days that I have spent too much time on social media (ahem.. *Facebook*)… My brain is foggy. It’s harder to concentrate. I’m unmotivated. I’m often grumpy and irritable. And yet my thumb still reaches for that tiny blue square. Why? Is it because I’m lazy? Or I just want…
Read More5 Tips for Taking a Theme Park Trip with Young Children
Are you planning a theme park trip with young children? Last week we went on a whirlwind Orlando trip with our two kids, ages 5 and 2. Orlando is about an eight hour drive from us, so we decided to make a trip before we move away this summer. We drove there and back and…
Read MoreThe BEST Children’s Storybook Bible
Inside: What we think is the best toddler Bible! Your toddlers and preschoolers will LOVE it! I am extremely picky when it comes to children’s Bibles. Extremely. I’m looking for a lot in that little package. Biblical accuracy, lack of fluff, lovely illustrations, and all done with text that is engaging and interesting to the…
Read MoreFeeling stressed about the holidays? Make this your new mantra.
*Affiliate Links included* Thanksgiving countdowns, new recipes, fun activities, and perfectly decorated houses. As I scroll through my Instagram feed, I can feel my chest begin to tighten. The thoughts start playing in my head… You really should do that. That’s a great idea. Why aren’t you doing that? I wish I had time for…
Read MoreThe ULTIMATE Guide to Using Biblehub.com
Have you ever heard of Biblehub.com? I mentioned it in last week’s post on my favorite Bible study tools, but this week I wanted to expand on all the awesomeness this website has to offer! If you’ve ever wondered how to do an in-depth word study, topical study, or read Biblical commentaries when you…
Read MoreIf I could go back and give advice to my engaged self… (#4 of 4)
My little sister is getting married this Summer and it has got me thinking back to when I was preparing for my own wedding seven years ago. The excitement and the unknowns of it all. The first couple years of figuring out what marriage is all about. The truth is, we’re still figuring out what this thing…
Read MoreIf I could go back and give advice to my newlywed self… (#2 of 4)
My little sister is getting married this Summer and it has got me thinking back to when I was preparing for my own wedding seven years ago. The excitement and the unknowns of it all. The first couple years of figuring out what marriage is all about. The truth is, we’re still figuring out what this thing…
Read MoreThe Most Important Phrase to Help with the Adjustment to a New Sibling
He came downstairs from his quiet time and wanted the cookie I had promised him. The only problem was that I was trapped. Trapped under a peacefully sleeping baby. I told him that I couldn’t get up and get his cookie right then. He would have to be patient and wait. I could see the…
Read MoreTraveling With Kids – The ULTIMATE Round-Up of Ideas, Tips, and Tricks
Coming up soon we are headed out on a two week trip to visit family. Between the drive from Mississippi to the midwest, the drives between locations in Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan, and the drive back home we will end up spending about FOURTY-FOUR hours in the car! If we are going to survive the…
Read MorePreschooler Daily Routine Printable – FREE!
With a new baby throwing our old routines off, I knew that I would need to be intentional if I was going to make time to specifically pour into my older son. The first thing I did was set up a preschool routine for him. Even though I hadn’t planned on doing any type of “formal”…
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