12 Back-to-School Prayers for Your Kids
This week, we are kicking off a mini-series . . . Back-to-School Prayers. Whether you are educating children in your home or sending them off to school, as parents, we have certain hopes, dreams, aspirations . . . and fears for our kids. I want to teach my kids all I...
Free 8×8 Shutterfly Book
First week of school for us . . . done! How many pictures did you snap on your children's first day of school? I got a bit carried away . . . One thing I love is capturing special moments with my camera and then as you probably know, making photo books and re-living...
Encouraging Reluctant Readers
I am very excited to welcome Emily Whitten of Redeemed Reader as our guest today. If you are struggling with a reluctant reader or even want to encourage a continued love of reading in your child, you will enjoy Emily's post today. I sure did! Most parents...
They Love Your Laugh!
I am going to ask you to stop for a minute and think about something. I'd like you to think through the course of yesterday. How many times did your kids hear you laugh? How often did they see you smile or hear you chuckle? When I am busy, I realize I...
Back To It
Hello friends! It is nice to be back with you. The last few weeks have been anything but slow and calm as I took a break from blogging. We gave the final push to get our house listed on the market. I am still wondering how you get anything else done when you are...
Taking a Break
Hi Friends, I wanted to let you know that I will be taking a some time off from blogging. With trying to prepare the house for sale and our other commitments, things have been a bit too busy. Something has gotta give and I know I don't want it to be my kids. One...
“Babies Don’t Keep” Children’s Photo & Handprint Keepsake
On Monday, we talked about how time flies by and our children are growing up so fast. I almost can't stand it! We shared five important reminders to help us savor and celebrate the moments. Which one did you need to hear most? Today, I've got a fun and easy...
Kids Grow Up Fast
Is it happening too fast for you? Are your children growing up too quickly? There was a time when I used to be able to hold my babies snug in my arms. Now when I pick them up, they take up more than half my body length. (Oooh, I love those bodies!) Dan...
Ode to the Thermometer
Do you have some item in your house that always seems to disappear when you need it? I don't know what it is but I can NEVER find a working thermometer. I still take temperatures under the arm and to come upon a thermometer that "tests" long enough under the...
A Jar of Precious Memories
Today, we're celebrating the precious moments of family life with a simple and meaningful idea. Each New Year's Day, Jackie starts a new memory jar. Whenever her kids do or say something cute or witty, Jackie jots it down, dates it and puts the note in the jar....
Hey Mom, You’re the Best!
It was about 4:00am when she came in. My three-year old has become somewhat accustomed to coming to our room and asking to sleep in our bed in the wee hours of the morning. I don't mind all that much, really. I know this precious time will all too quickly be a fond...
Praying God’s Word for Your Husband Review
We are jumping head first into another series. I hoped you enjoyed our look at having hospitable hearts last week. This week, we will not be talking about the guests you invite into your home. Rather, we are talking about the person who shares your bank accounts,...
Raising Funny Kids
If you follow Heather at Creative Family Moments, you have probably noticed the great sense of humor her kids have. They are witty and funny! The whole family seems to have a blast and laugh a lot. I'm so excited to have Heather guest posting today as she shares...
50 Things I Love About You *Gift*
How often do we tell the person we love most what it is we love about them? When was the last time you shared with your spouse the things that you appreciate? This past Valentine's Day, I made a banner of "50 Things I Love About You" for Dan. It was a fun project...
The 5 Love Languages
Do you know what your love language is? How about the love language of your spouse? The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts, written by Gary Chapman, is a book every couple should read. Knowing your spouse's love languages will help you "speak" in the...
The Baby Born at 24 Weeks
When I first thought about this post, it was going to be about the year in review. But truth be told, there is one single event that stands out in my mind more than any other. And that is the story I have to tell you today. It won't start with "Once upon a time"...
Baby’s Memory Box
As you may know by now, I am a saver. I save everything related to memories. I have fun things, weird things, big things, small things. To my husband's dismay, everything runs past my "but maybe I will want to look at it someday or show the kids." So today's post...
A Story of Perspective
Today, I want to tell you a story. It is a story of perspective, a story of focus . . . a story of love. It is a story where the real-life hero maintains an incredible point of view in the midst of great loss. Often when I am facing a trial or a time of...
THE STATE BORDER SONG: Traveling with Kids (Part Two)
If you and I are on the phone when I happen to be crossing a state border, yes, I will stop talking and yes, I will SING! I have been singing the state border song for as long as I can remember. My mother sang it with her family growing up. My friends and college...
It’s A Boy…or Girl: Announcing the Gender of your Baby!
Today, many expecting couples find out whether they are having a boy or girl. Despite being an event planner, I was one who waited and really enjoyed the surprise. But if you're going to find out, why not have some fun with it? Some of you have seen this idea...
Welcome!
My name is Kristen. I'm a former Wedding & Event Planner blogging about fun ways to celebrate each and every day and the special occasions of life. Here you'll find inspiration for family fun, children's activities, party planning and a faith-filled life. 
