2024 is a very special year. The numbers 25, 20, and 16 mark distinct milestones in my journey. This past week, we celebrated my oldest son’s birthday together. It occurred on a Thursday in the middle of our very busy season. He already had a work shift on the schedule, our daughter had a basketball…
Last September I went to MOMCON in Chicago, IL. It was a fantastic weekend filled with friendship, inspiration, swag, music, and FUN! Every year, MOPS holds an annual Leadership conference in the United States. Since this one was so close and the tickets were on sale months before, I took the opportunity to go. (Tickets…
Recently, I’ve noticed a lot of discussion about loneliness. Do you ever feel alone? I’ve felt alone in my motherhood.my churchmy familymy marriagemy class in school Mama, you are not alone! Truth be told, there are times I covet moments alone, especially after demanding days, interruptions from the kids, and noise from my phone. “Mom!”…
As a homeschooler, I have many conversations along life’s way about homeschool. I’ll be at the dentist, at the doctor, at speech therapy, at the playground, the library, a soccer game, the grocery store; basically all of the places we go in life, and this conversation happens. Our Conversation Upon one such occasion, I was…
Over the winter, my daughter continued her Math studies using Teaching Textbooks Math 6. She enjoyed the independence this course offered, and she especially liked the color and interactive qualities. Teaching Textbooks brings fun and pizzazz to Math! The curriculum is comprised of an app where the student can finish their math lesson on any…
A couple weeks ago, Tim surprised me with a special date night experience. We stepped into a museum exhibit, unsure of what to expect. We came away awed by the beauty, inspired by the story, and refreshed by both the artist’s craftmanship and the modern technical feat that was accomplished. We attended “Beyond Van Gogh;…
How do you learn to count to 100? The answer is; Play with a timer. Yes, play is the answer. Play with a timer, and you may learn to count to 100. This is true for my youngest son. He learned how to count to 100 by playing with a timer. I bought a set…
Wellness day for Students & Staff This school year, our local High School hosted a new event called “Wellness Day.” Two days on the calendar are dedicated to the health and well-being of the students and staff. The goal is fun! Laughter, play-time, and just having fun offers a necessary release of both physical and…
Last December, I said goodbye to my Grandmother. I find such a peace in knowing that she loved Jesus and that she’s standing by His side right now, drawing breath, walking, smiling, and enjoying peace in heaven with Him. Knowing that has been such a rock through a really sad goodbye. I think this goodbye…
Two years ago, Tim and I tried something new together; we took dancing lessons. On our way to A Weekend To Remember in Madison, WI, we stopped at the Fred Astaire Dance Studio for a free introductory lesson. We LOVED the experience! We learned the steps to the Rhumba, the Foxtrot, and the beginning of…
