Joe and I had the opportunity to see an advance screening of Disney’s PLANES this week. I would have gotten a cool photo of us sporting our 3D glasses, but they are pretty strict about camera usage. There was a very serious (and buff) security guard that pounced on anyone pulling out anything even resembling a phone. It was quite entertaining. Once the movie started, we settled into our seats…
The Food for the Hungry bloggers are in Guatemala this week, and I have been soaking up every post. Maybe it’s because I’ve seen firsthand the way communities are transformed through child sponsorship, or maybe it’s because this crew is so dang talented. In any case, here are a few of my favorites so far… Loving Like God Intended – Lindsey Nobles I want to live like them. Actually that’s…
Looking for indoor activities for your very bored kids? I was tempted to call this a “rainy day activity” but when it rains at our house, we don’t stay inside. We do this: While most of you have to come up with boredom busters in the rainy and snowy months, our indoor activities take place in the summer when it’s one hundred million degrees outside (approximately). Nevertheless, this is a…
Where does your motivation come from? Are you chasing after the right things? Or are you just trying to be somebody? Quote from Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Lifeby Anne Lamott
I had a stack of books to dive into this summer, and I’ve made my way through a few of them, although I was sidetracked by a certain TV series on Netflix that has taken away from my reading time. (Excuse me as I hang my head in embarrassment). My favorite read so far is actually a reread of my old worn copy of Anne of Green Gables. I don’t remember…
I’m excited to be over at 3 Things for Mom today. In quick, bite-sized blog posts, 3 things for Mom looks at the same three topics (a truth, a tip & a find) through the eyes of different inspiring mom bloggers. Come find out where I’m giving myself grace, and where I’m not. Also see my favorite gift for little ones, and how to get more family-fun bang for your…
There is something stirring in the air, can you feel it? A mighty wind blowing through our homes, our schools, our churches. An awakening of the spirit, a million tiny little whispers that make the heart beat faster. Moms rising up to fight injustice, bloggers tackling adoption ethics, young people refusing to settle into a comfortable American life. Do justice. Love mercy. Walk humbly. – It’s not just a bumper…