by Kristen | May 20, 2014 | Gift Ideas, the Occasions
I have a go-to end of the year teacher gift. It isn’t super creative. It isn’t ultra personalized. But it will add beauty to the teacher’s home and not wind up in some box in the basement. A simple hanging basket. We like to add some sort of cute...
by Kristen | May 15, 2014 | Faith, Marriage and Family, the Everyday
This week, we are celebrating Children’s Book Week. Do your kids enjoy reading? Mine are well on their way, but not without continued encouragement. So today, I have four tips for inspiring your young readers and three children’s Bibles your home should...
by Kristen | May 12, 2014 | Marriage and Family, the Everyday
The older my children get, the faster I feel time slipping through my fingers. They are getting so big and learning much. I think of myself as a mom of little children, but the reality is that this year, my little children will turn 5 and 7. Sigh. I penned this...
by Kristen | May 9, 2014 | Let's Get Organized, the Everyday
When I first heard that Crystal Paine had written a new book, Say Goodbye to Survival Mode, I knew it was a book I wanted to read. It is far too easy to load up on commitments, stretch yourself thin and end up utterly overwhelmed and exhausted. Have you been there...
by Kristen | May 7, 2014 | Let's Get Creative, Parties
When it comes to centerpiece and table decoration containers, the possibilities are endless. But there are two staple colors that can be most versatile when building your stock of party paraphernalia: Items in white and clear glass. Both can be used in a variety of...