Watching Faith Take Root in tiny seeds. Sometimes the most meaningful growth begins in the smallest, quietest ways— unnoticed, unseen, and rooted in faith. We don’t see the big picture, but like little children can’t always see the big picture of what is happening. We as adults can’t always see the big picture that God…
We have started planting our seeds for this coming year’s garden. It has been such a joy to know what lies ahead and that summer is coming. I’m looking forward to fun days with my kids and watching all the new things come back to life after winter. Summer means something different, we are all…
Why Entryway Organization Matters for Busy Families The entryway is one of the hardest-working spaces in any home. It’s the first place everyone lands when they walk in the door, and often the last stop before heading out again. For our family, it holds backpacks, shoes, coats, papers, sports gear, and everything in between. If…
Learning to Can Meat: From Intimidation to Confidence — and Faith — in My Kitchen Today I’m pressure canning beef for the first time. I’ve canned chicken before — and it was a success! My husband’s only complaint? It was a little bland, like canned chicken from a store. There isn’t much flavor to plain…
Influenza made its way through our house in early January. High fevers. Exhaustion. The constant sound of someone calling, “Mom.” It’s especially difficult when you’re trying to care for everyone else while not feeling well yourself. Time for some reflection. But somewhere in the middle of the tissues, medicine cups, and quiet afternoons, I realized…
Christmas has come and gone, and the New Year is already underway. Every year around this time, I find myself asking the same question: When is the right time to take down the Christmas tree? The decorations are a little easier; I’m ready for some of extra to be put away, but the tree with…
The first snow of the year is coming, and anticipation fills the air. It’s funny how not only the weather changes, but the kids can sense it too. They’ve always been good at picking up the subtle shifts—almost before we do. Back to the SNOW! The first snowfall always feels magical, mostly because we’re eager…
There’s something deeply spiritual about working with your hands to preserve the harvest. Whether it’s kneading dough, tending a garden, or canning fruit like pears — these simple, old-fashioned tasks remind us of God’s provision, His perfect timing, and the blessings that come from faithful stewardship. It can bring such peace when working with your…
In a world full of noise, distraction, and pressure, raising children to know and love God can feel like cultivating a garden in unpredictable weather. The soil may be good, the seed may be strong, but unless we keep watch, weeds can quickly take root and crowd out what matters most. We spend much of…
There’s something deeply spiritual about working with your hands to preserve the harvest. Whether it’s kneading dough, tending a garden, or canning fruit like pears — these simple, old-fashioned tasks remind us of God’s provision, His perfect timing, and the blessings that come from faithful stewardship. Everything has its time and place. We need to…