5 Ideas To Make The Most Of Your Family Day Trip
(This post has been sponsored by Miller Ferry. All opinions are my own.) Are you in need of a little getaway? A day trip may be just the thing! With so many people cancelling their extended travel plans, taking a day trip is a great way to get out and create some…
Hobby Lobby Scavenger Hunt for Kids
One day, we were on a historical field trip. I love field trips and the opportunity to see history come alive. Well, it just so happened that down the street from where our field trip was taking place, I knew of a new Hobby Lobby that had opened its doors. A new…
My Interview on the Roots & Wings Podcast
This was my first podcast interview and it was so much fun (even though I was very nervous)! Hosts Chip Richter and Brittany Estep couldn’t have been nicer and I enjoyed getting to share about the journey the Lord has taken me on thus far, as well as my…
10 Simple & Fun Ways to Break Up Busy for Your Family
Busy. We’re all busy. I used to have this image of family life that was slow and relaxed . . . anything but busy. But now I am not so sure that it is truly possible. Maybe it is the kids’ ages. Maybe it is my responsibilies. Maybe it is the world we live in. It…
Are You a Parent of a Dating Teen?
Hi Friends! Do you have teenagers who are dating or soon to start? Feeling a bit under-prepared and overwhelmed? Well, check this out! When I wrote At The Well, I originally wrote it with college students and young single adults in mind. But the Lord opened up the…
Create a Home & Life You Love with the Ultimate Homemaking Bundle
(This post contains affiliate links.) Hooray! It’s here! The Ultimate Homemaking Bundle starts today . . . and it only runs for 6 days. Three Reasons I am Super Excited About This Bundle: I have been feeling overwhelmed with household tasks lately. I…
Three Truths to Remind a Single Friend on Valentine’s Day
The flowers floating around the office, the notes passed at school, the cards dripping with love and affection . . . Valentine’s Day can be a lot to handle for the individual who is wishing they had someone special with whom to share the day. And whether it is…
Open the Drawer
Are you struggling through a situation or having to deal with a difficulty that seems too hard to overcome? We all face challenging times. The question is how do we handle them? Do we try to address the situation on our own and in our own strength or do we reach…
We Have A New Look!
I know it has been quiet for the last week or two around here, but it is because we have been working on our new look. What do you think? You will still be able to find the same great content in the same places but know that we’re still tweaking a few things. If you…
Get Ready for a Fun Game Night at Home with Escape the Room
(This post contains affiliate links.) Have you heard about all the “Escape the Room” locations opening up around the country? I have been aching to try one but we haven’t made it yet. So I was thrilled when my friend handed me this game and said…
How to Help Your Kids Memorize Large Portions of Scripture
Nearly five years ago a deal was struck. My kids had been wanting pets but my husband, never having owned an indoor pet himself, was not eager to introduce hair, odor and more chaos to our home . . . especially when we were planning to build a new house. Thinking he…
GROWING FRIENDSHIPS: A Book That Every Kid Should Read
(This post contains our affiliate link.) It was unanimous. We all agreed that every kid should read this book on friendship. Go grab it now because you will love what and how it teaches your child about being a friend. The book is Growing Friendships: A Kids’…
How to Help Your Kids Adjust to a New School with Two Daily Questions
Changing schools is rough [understatement of the year]. After experiencing it ourselves last year, my heart aches for the kids who are about to walk into that new classroom for the first time, not knowing a single kid, recognizing a teacher’s face or even…
A Fun Way for Families to Break Up a Long Road Trip
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #RoadTripOil #CollectiveBias Are you heading out on a road trip this summer? Today, I have a great way for your family to break up the long drive, mark your…
Free Printable Cars 3 Activity Sheets
Earlier in the summer, the kids and I piled into the truck and went to the drive-in to see Cars 3. One thing we know how to do is go to the drive-in in style. Air mattress, air pump, sheets, blankets, pillows, snacks, drinks and games. It is one of our favorite…
How to Be Purposeful About a Slow Summer
If there is one thing I’ve been looking forward to as we wrapped up the school year, it is a SLOW SUMMER. The last month has been crazy. Not only have we been over-scheduled and over-committed, we went and threw a puppy into it. And friends, let me tell you if…
What to Expect at NINJAGO World LEGOLAND Florida
Calling all NINJAGO lovers: If you have kids who like Kai, Cole, Nya, Jay, Lloyd or Zane, get your keys and hop in the car. This Orlando area destination will thrill your kids as they train to become a ninja with their favorite NINJAGO friends. LEGOLAND Florida has…
Celebrating Childhood: How to Protect the Innocence of Your Child
This is not a post I am eager to write. However, the fleeting innocence of our children has weighed heavily on my heart for quite some time. And with so much going on nowadays, I felt the Lord’s compelling voice that this is the time. So grab your cup of…
5 Reasons to Make Family Getaways a Priority
Thank you to Castaway Bay for hosting my family in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own. Don’t miss the giveaway below! Do you make family getaways a priority? . . . I am completely bad at this. However, each time we make the effort to do so, I…
5 Unplugged Ways to Have Fun with Your Kids Tonight!
It’s so easy in these technology-driven days to hand your kids a tablet and let them get lost in a game while you catch up on your phone or knock something off your list. And while tech does have its place, it’s not going to help you build your…
Free Printable Weekly Chore Chart (from an optimistic organizer)
Last summer, my house was a finely-oiled machine. We did our chores daily, commissions were paid weekly and my house was decently ready for company at most moments. Then school started . . . and dance . . . and piano . . . and Bible club . . . and next will be…
Showing Kindness with a Doorstep Hot Chocolate Basket
Hop out of the car. Put it on the front porch. Ring the doorbell and RUN! These were the instructions I gave my kids when we delivered this hot chocolate basket to our friends’ front porch. I had backed my car into their drive for a quick getaway. However,…
Fun at LEGO KidsFest: 5 Things Not to Miss
The biggest pile of LEGO® bricks you’ve ever seen. . . Numerous building stations and places to test your creations. . . Life-size LEGO structures of Friends, Star Wars characters, Superheroes and more. What else could a LEGO-lover want in the course of one…
From Kleenex Box to Ballot Box: Election DIY
All year, I have been wanting to throw an Election Party. But truth be told, I just can’t do it given this particular election. So even though there will be no official party in my house, there is still a great opportunity to teach my children about our…
Win LEGO KidsFest Tickets in Cleveland!!
Calling all LEGO® lovers!! The award-winning LEGO KidsFest is returning to Cleveland on November 4-6, 2016 at the IX Center! Would you like two tickets for the Friday night event? If so, read on! Next month, we are so excited to be heading to the LEGO KidsFest, a…
Win these Sweet Preschool Books for Kinder, Braver Kids
If you have preschool kids or know someone who does, check out this giveaway! I have a set of three preschool books by Danielle R. Linder to share with one lucky reader. The books are sweet as can be, filled with rhyming stories and cute, bright illustrations. …
7 Things We Did to Make Our Simple Treehouse Awesome
Adventure in the woods. Treetop games. Climbing and swinging. Imaginative play. Active fun. All things I wanted in a treehouse. Now if you have watched Treehouse Masters, you know the possibilities are endless when it comes to treehouses. And I think one of…
31 Helpful Ark Encounter Tips To Know Before You Go
Spectacular! That is the most fitting way to describe our visit to Ark Encounter in Williamstown, KY. The 511-foot-long gorgeous, timber structure is awe-inspiring from the moment you arrive and step off the shuttle. It is incredible to walk through the decks…
A Fun Family Quest to Get Your Kids to Watch & Learn About the Summer Olympics
On August 5th, millions of people around the world will tune in to the watch the opening ceremonies of the 2016 Summer Olympics. Will your family be among them? As my kids get older, they are becoming more interested in the Olympic games. They are learning that…
How to Make a Giant Decoding Disk
Do your kids like secret codes? A couple months ago, my son started making paper decoding disks to write secret messages. The idea was inspired by this cool book for boys (affiliate links included in post). Since then, we have been writing messages for each other…
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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. 
