This year I am Room Mom for Jethro's class. It's a role I have avoided for the last several years because (for me) being a full-time teacher and also being Room Mom is a recipe for being put in an institution. :-) #knowyourlimits But this year I felt the Lord calling me to do it! And it … [Read more...] about How to Make a Money Tree
Happy Birthday Jesus Cake Ideas
One of my favorite Christmas traditions is making a birthday cake for Jesus. We bake the cake together, decorate it, and take it to my in laws' house where we celebrate with all of our extended family. We gather and sing Happy Birthday and the kids blow out the candles and we dig into the … [Read more...] about Happy Birthday Jesus Cake Ideas
Treasuring the Holy Moments of Motherhood
It's no secret that motherhood can be hard work. I often struggle with feeling like an absolute failure when it comes to raising my kids and sometimes I get so focused on the difficult tasks of parenting that I forget the joys and privileges of parenting. Right?! I can go to bed at night only … [Read more...] about Treasuring the Holy Moments of Motherhood
Hilarious Christmas Game Idea
I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Read my full disclosure policy here. I went to the most lovely Christmas event on Sunday night this week … [Read more...] about Hilarious Christmas Game Idea
12 Cheap and Quick Christmas Gift Ideas
We are just 12 days away from Christmas! I don't know about you, but it just doesn't seem real yet. For starters, the humidity is about 1000% in South Florida and I'm just over here grieving that I can't wear a blanket scarf without ALL THE SWEAT. Not to mention the days are just flying by … [Read more...] about 12 Cheap and Quick Christmas Gift Ideas
M is for Manger Book Activity and Baby Jesus Craft
I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Read my full disclosure policy here. My friend and author, Crystal Bowman, recently published a brand new … [Read more...] about M is for Manger Book Activity and Baby Jesus Craft
Nativity Crafts and Activities for Kids
It's Christmas time and I always love finding ideas that help you point your family's hearts to Jesus. Today I am bringing you a collection of 12 simple, fun crafts, printables, and activities that celebrate the nativity. Any of these ideas would work well at a Happy Birthday Jesus party (like … [Read more...] about Nativity Crafts and Activities for Kids
HUGE Favorite Things Christmas Giveaway – $800 VALUE!
I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Read my full disclosure policy here. AHHHH! I am so ridiculously excited about this year's Favorite … [Read more...] about HUGE Favorite Things Christmas Giveaway – $800 VALUE!
Yes Please, No Thank You Holiday Meal Manners Game – FREE Printable AND Giveaway!
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Bible Verse Advent Countdown for Kids – FREE Printable!
One my most popular Christmas posts is the set of 24 cards I created several years ago that tell a little piece of the Christmas story each day (you can see them HERE). I love those cards, but I wanted to make a set that was a bit more kid-friendly (the earlier printable was written using the … [Read more...] about Bible Verse Advent Countdown for Kids – FREE Printable!
PIE Am So Thankful For You! – FREE Printable
I am always looking for ways to say "Thanks!" to the people God has put in our world! For the Thanksgiving season, we love our pie - don't we?! Pumpkin pie, apple pie, pecan pie, and my husband's Grandmommy makes the best chocolate pie every year for our big feast. One of the ideas from my … [Read more...] about PIE Am So Thankful For You! – FREE Printable
Shepherd on the Search – NEW Christ-Centered Christmas Tradition!
I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Read my full disclosure policy here. We went to the mall over Veteran's Day weekend and guess who was … [Read more...] about Shepherd on the Search – NEW Christ-Centered Christmas Tradition!
The Thankful Chapel
I am so excited to share this month's chapel lesson with you! Thanksgiving is always one of my favorite times of year. I think expressing gratitude is a critical aspect of the life of a believer, so I love that we have an entire holiday dedicated to celebrating this! For this lesson I decided … [Read more...] about The Thankful Chapel
12 Fun Thanksgiving Games
Every year I love collecting fun game ideas to help your family have some fun on Thanksgiving! These 12 games can be played on the big day with all of your loved ones, or you can use a few for educational purposes at home with your kiddos this month. Whatever you decide, I know everyone will … [Read more...] about 12 Fun Thanksgiving Games
The Greatest Thanksgiving Centerpiece
Looking to add a little awesome to your Thanksgiving table this year? How about a Fruit Kabob Turkey?! :-) I wish I could tell you that I made this masterpiece, but hahaha! Noah was in a special Thanksgiving play last year with his kindergarten class. After the program, some of the parents … [Read more...] about The Greatest Thanksgiving Centerpiece