Hello, Hi, How are you? Are we in the eye of the storm? Now that Thanksgiving has passed with all its bustle of activity, it feels like we’ve got a lull before things fire back up for Christmas. Or is that just me? This week has been one of transition: Have you met Carp Boy?…
Looking to make a DIY Jesse Tree this year? Here’s what you need to know to create a fun and easy Bible activity to do with your kids. In the beginning was the Word. Jesus. He was there at the beginning of the World. Contrary to what movies and modern media might portray, the coming…
Here’s a quick update — a day late. It’s been a full week. I hope you are doing well! Hello, Hi, Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you’re having a lovely weekend. The Sacramento Fishers just left for the airport and the house emptied pretty quickly after that. It has been a full couple of days. My…
It’s Friday! Let’s chat holiday plans, the big book I’m reading, and non-streaming films. Hello and Happy Friday from rainy San Diego. The original forecast predicted a full week, but it’s been very sporadic and often at night which I love because we get the much-needed rain without the hassle during the day. Thankfully, it…
Looking to save on Christmas expenses this year? You can totally cut back, save money, and still enjoy a great holiday. Here are some easy ways to do Christmas on a budget. It’s one thing to budget for Christmas but it’s another thing entirely to actually do Christmas on a budget. There’s a lot more…
Want to surprise your kids with a really fun meal? Serve them a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Dinner! Ready to wow your kids one night in November? Serve them a special dinner they won’t soon forget, a meal straight out of a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving! If your kids love the Charlie Brown movies, then chances are…
Wow! November is flying by! Let’s chat holiday plans, paying better attention, and counting macros. As much as I love sharing my sunrises with you, those are few and far between these days. For whatever reason we’ve been inundated with coastal fog this fall and most sunrises are humdrum. So, I’ve moved my morning time…
Got empty tea tins you’d like to repurpose? Try this fun painted tea tins craft that we did as a family last Christmas. When the family gathers for a holiday celebration, it’s nice to have some activities planned. While I’m all for letting kids entertain themselves, I know that when family time is hard to…
Looking for a craft that the whole family can participate in? Try this budget-friendly activity of painted birdhouses. It’s rough trying to find activities that the whole family can enjoy. The littles like one thing; the bigs like another. A few Christmases ago I was on the hunt for something fun to do for First…
Celebrating Thanksgiving on a Budget? No problem. We’ve got you covered with tried and true tips that work for the holiday celebration. Thanksgiving Dinner is an all-time favorite at our house. My kids start dancing and breaking out in song when they see anything remotely resembling mashed potatoes, gravy, cranberry sauce, and oh yeah, the…