I’ve recently been hearing from some of you guys asking what can I not do? Sure, it looks like I’ve got quite a few magical powers. I can turn a cereal box into a grand piano or a mailing box into an Angry Birds Valentine. I can whip out a ruffle scarf without blinking an…
This afternoon we attended our first food festival. My children tasted brand new foods that we’ve never tried. Some of the food became instant favorites, other food we tasted is going to take a few tastings to make it to our top favorite list. The sun broke out from behind the clouds. The sky was…
Something amazing happens when you see the world through the eyes of a child. Whether it’s the honesty in a child’s face when they express what they don’t like about dinner, or the sparkle in their eyes when they tell you about the smelly marker the teacher used to grade their paper. Discovering the world…
This past weekend, the kids and I went to our very first barrel race. We had no idea what to expect. Sure, we knew we should take our bag chairs, a bottle of water, the stick horses and of course our camera. I knew that we should wear jeans and tennis shoes (since we don’t…
Did you know that there are ways to find a few extra dollars that you may not know about? You may not get rich or fund your next Disney vacation, but these ideas could easily help you buy your next cup of coffee or buy a gift for the next holiday. Here are 5 ways…
There are some books that you relate to, fall in love with the characters and really connect with. They are emotional, gut wrenchers with murder, suspense and intrigue. There are others that are just a 3-ring-circus from start to finish. Made to Last is one of those 3-ring-circus books. Miranda Woodruff has been living a…
I enjoy reading a wide variety of books but one of my most comfortable book genres is Amish fiction. There is just something relaxing and laid back about the lifestyle of the Amish community. Recently I was introduced to the Adventures of Lily Series about a 6 year old Amish girl. Since my 8 year…
Last year we received a bow and arrow set for the kids and I to learn on. I am loving the fact that the kids can learn a new skill in our back yard and have fun at the same time. None of us qualify as the next Legolas (Lord of the Rings) or Robin…