Favorite Read Aloud Books for Kids {Specifically Boys}

We’ve been blessed with boys who love to read.  From an early age, everything stops when someone begins reading – toys are dropped and they gather around for a story. Honestly, they would pick being read to over just about any activity – it’s a gift I hope they keep as they learn to read.  …

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Healthy Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps

I made these yummy, easy chicken salad lettuce wraps last week when my friend Myra and her family came for a visit, and then turned around and made a second batch for  a Bible study carry in. It was just too good not to share! I love a chunky and crunchy chicken salad, don’t you? …

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The Historic Last Day of Winter 2012

This week summer spring began.  Usually in Indiana, the changing of guard from winter to spring goes pretty much unnoticed.  However, this year we celebrated the last day of winter in the Spiderman sprinkler*. {Thanks Aunt Kristy and Uncle Ryan!} It was 83. It was historic. I can just imagine them telling their own kids …

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Tee Ball or Not to Tee Ball?

{Photo Credit} Brad and I recently had to weigh the decision of enrolling our boys in summer tee ball.  And although seeing all four of them in uniforms was almost reason enough to sign the dotted line, it was a tough decision. We are striving to be more intentional in all areas in life, tee …

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Friendship and Community In Real Life {in}RL

The internet has been good to me.  It’s given me some incredible, lovely relationships. Online relationships have come a long way – haven’t they? You can connect, build friendships, support one another, and engage in heartfelt conversations. But you know what’s golden? Those in real life friendships that have stood the test of time. The …

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Walking on Sunshine. {And It Does Feel Good}

Records were broken this week in Indiana. It’s been in the 80’s and sunny. In March. In Indiana.  We somehow skipped right out of winter and dove into summer for the moment. We’re walking on sunshine and it feels so so good. From sunup to sundown, we’re milking it for all it’s worth. There have …

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March Madness Bracket Busters: Kid Picks

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!  Christmas March Madness, Baby!  This year we decided to get the boys in on the MADNESS of March by picking their own group bracket.  It turned it to a rowdy, hilarious, and thoroughly entertaining process.  Their Final Four Team Predictions: Indiana University Murray State Cincinnati Purdue With …

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How to Make a Simple Smoothie

Pin It Smoothies are pretty much fool proof nutrition at our house.  They are easy to make, and healthy additions like flax seed, spinach, or carrots pretty much go unnoticed. I also love them because you can use what you have on hand.  I very rarely use a recipe for smoothies, but some people seem …

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