Our oldest joined the rank of teen last year and suddenly this world of parenting feels new and uncharted. We are cruising along nicely and, for the most part, just learning and making adjustments as we go. This is a whole new world for all of us. As we embark on these early teen years I … Read More about DIY Charcoal Face Wash and Establishing Good Skincare Habits
Create – Pinafores
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | September 2019
A year ago this September our family took a vacation to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Aside from the spectacular views and amazing landscape we were fascinated by the old grist mills we visited in Cades Cove and Mingus Mills. It’s astounding and very humbling to think that there was a time in America’s … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | September 2019
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | April 2019
I am so excited that it’s April. This really is a month to celebrate, friends. We made it through another winter. Aside from a few cold snaps here and there we have warm days, flowers, sunshine, and late nights outdoors in our future. Sometimes I wonder if Laura Ingalls Wilder was as excited for spring … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | April 2019
Create – Balmes + Salves
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | September 2021
Earth’s crammed with heaven, and every common bush afire with God, but only he who sees takes off his shoes… From time to time it is good to stop and evaluate all of the things we devote our time to. Recently, I re-evaluated why I spend time each month creating a new guide to morning … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | September 2021
Everyday Kitchen Guide: Essentials for a Nurturing Kitchen
I am thrilled to share my Everyday Kitchen Guide checklist with you today. My desire for this space is that, here, I give you the tools you need to create moments that nurture and gather those you love. Whether your gatherings occur around the homeschool table or the kitchen table, I want this to be … Read More about Everyday Kitchen Guide: Essentials for a Nurturing Kitchen
Brownie Recipe With White Chocolate: Our Favorite Blondie
This delicious brownie recipe with white chocolate (known to many as a blondie) was included in the August 2021 Morning Time Bundle and is so delicious I wanted it included here, too. Making special recipes each month has shown me that some of them deserve a “special feature” and a dedicated time to shine; this is most … Read More about Brownie Recipe With White Chocolate: Our Favorite Blondie
Dwell – Home
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | September 2021
Earth’s crammed with heaven, and every common bush afire with God, but only he who sees takes off his shoes… From time to time it is good to stop and evaluate all of the things we devote our time to. Recently, I re-evaluated why I spend time each month creating a new guide to morning … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | September 2021
Everyday Kitchen Guide: Essentials for a Nurturing Kitchen
I am thrilled to share my Everyday Kitchen Guide checklist with you today. My desire for this space is that, here, I give you the tools you need to create moments that nurture and gather those you love. Whether your gatherings occur around the homeschool table or the kitchen table, I want this to be … Read More about Everyday Kitchen Guide: Essentials for a Nurturing Kitchen
Brownie Recipe With White Chocolate: Our Favorite Blondie
This delicious brownie recipe with white chocolate (known to many as a blondie) was included in the August 2021 Morning Time Bundle and is so delicious I wanted it included here, too. Making special recipes each month has shown me that some of them deserve a “special feature” and a dedicated time to shine; this is most … Read More about Brownie Recipe With White Chocolate: Our Favorite Blondie
Dwell – Home
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | September 2021
Earth’s crammed with heaven, and every common bush afire with God, but only he who sees takes off his shoes… From time to time it is good to stop and evaluate all of the things we devote our time to. Recently, I re-evaluated why I spend time each month creating a new guide to morning … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | September 2021
Everyday Kitchen Guide: Essentials for a Nurturing Kitchen
I am thrilled to share my Everyday Kitchen Guide checklist with you today. My desire for this space is that, here, I give you the tools you need to create moments that nurture and gather those you love. Whether your gatherings occur around the homeschool table or the kitchen table, I want this to be … Read More about Everyday Kitchen Guide: Essentials for a Nurturing Kitchen
Brownie Recipe With White Chocolate: Our Favorite Blondie
This delicious brownie recipe with white chocolate (known to many as a blondie) was included in the August 2021 Morning Time Bundle and is so delicious I wanted it included here, too. Making special recipes each month has shown me that some of them deserve a “special feature” and a dedicated time to shine; this is most … Read More about Brownie Recipe With White Chocolate: Our Favorite Blondie
Dwell – Bake
Everyday Kitchen Guide: Essentials for a Nurturing Kitchen
I am thrilled to share my Everyday Kitchen Guide checklist with you today. My desire for this space is that, here, I give you the tools you need to create moments that nurture and gather those you love. Whether your gatherings occur around the homeschool table or the kitchen table, I want this to be … Read More about Everyday Kitchen Guide: Essentials for a Nurturing Kitchen
Brownie Recipe With White Chocolate: Our Favorite Blondie
This delicious brownie recipe with white chocolate (known to many as a blondie) was included in the August 2021 Morning Time Bundle and is so delicious I wanted it included here, too. Making special recipes each month has shown me that some of them deserve a “special feature” and a dedicated time to shine; this is most … Read More about Brownie Recipe With White Chocolate: Our Favorite Blondie
How to Clean Wooden Spoons and Cutting Boards
Recently I’ve gathered a beautiful collection of wooden utensils. As with many sets, pieced together from flea markets and thrift stores, they were a bit dull and needed to be revitalized. If you have taken the time to gather a beautiful collection of wooden utensils and want to learn how to care for them I’m … Read More about How to Clean Wooden Spoons and Cutting Boards
Learn – Math
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | September 2021
Earth’s crammed with heaven, and every common bush afire with God, but only he who sees takes off his shoes… From time to time it is good to stop and evaluate all of the things we devote our time to. Recently, I re-evaluated why I spend time each month creating a new guide to morning … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | September 2021
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | August 2021
I am absolutely thrilled to begin yet another year of morning time bundles. Soon, these bundles will be 3 years old. I truly can’t believe it. Not only does this milestone signify another year of homeschooling and spending time with my family, it also signifies another year of you inviting me into the heart … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | August 2021
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | July 2021
Here are a couple of things I’ve learned about myself: I tend to fear wasting time. Lazy days, quiet moments, meandering without a plan – all of these are things that do not come easily to me. I desire to have them, but my nature resists them to some degree. I still have so … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | July 2021
Learn – Language Arts
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | September 2021
Earth’s crammed with heaven, and every common bush afire with God, but only he who sees takes off his shoes… From time to time it is good to stop and evaluate all of the things we devote our time to. Recently, I re-evaluated why I spend time each month creating a new guide to morning … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | September 2021
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | August 2021
I am absolutely thrilled to begin yet another year of morning time bundles. Soon, these bundles will be 3 years old. I truly can’t believe it. Not only does this milestone signify another year of homeschooling and spending time with my family, it also signifies another year of you inviting me into the heart … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | August 2021
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | July 2021
Here are a couple of things I’ve learned about myself: I tend to fear wasting time. Lazy days, quiet moments, meandering without a plan – all of these are things that do not come easily to me. I desire to have them, but my nature resists them to some degree. I still have so … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | July 2021
Learn – Bible
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | September 2021
Earth’s crammed with heaven, and every common bush afire with God, but only he who sees takes off his shoes… From time to time it is good to stop and evaluate all of the things we devote our time to. Recently, I re-evaluated why I spend time each month creating a new guide to morning … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | September 2021
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | August 2021
I am absolutely thrilled to begin yet another year of morning time bundles. Soon, these bundles will be 3 years old. I truly can’t believe it. Not only does this milestone signify another year of homeschooling and spending time with my family, it also signifies another year of you inviting me into the heart … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | August 2021
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | July 2021
Here are a couple of things I’ve learned about myself: I tend to fear wasting time. Lazy days, quiet moments, meandering without a plan – all of these are things that do not come easily to me. I desire to have them, but my nature resists them to some degree. I still have so … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | July 2021
Learn – Living Books
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | September 2021
Earth’s crammed with heaven, and every common bush afire with God, but only he who sees takes off his shoes… From time to time it is good to stop and evaluate all of the things we devote our time to. Recently, I re-evaluated why I spend time each month creating a new guide to morning … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | September 2021
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | August 2021
I am absolutely thrilled to begin yet another year of morning time bundles. Soon, these bundles will be 3 years old. I truly can’t believe it. Not only does this milestone signify another year of homeschooling and spending time with my family, it also signifies another year of you inviting me into the heart … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | August 2021
A Simple Guide to Morning Time | July 2021
Here are a couple of things I’ve learned about myself: I tend to fear wasting time. Lazy days, quiet moments, meandering without a plan – all of these are things that do not come easily to me. I desire to have them, but my nature resists them to some degree. I still have so … Read More about A Simple Guide to Morning Time | July 2021
Renew
Making a Home Binder & Committing To ‘Empty Time’
This month I am working through January’s task in The Simple Home of creating a home binder. I have to admit that this chapter hasn’t been as inspiring to me as making handmade dryer balls, re-organizing our laundry room, or pulling together our winter medicine cabinet but even so I do recognize its value. Having a single … Read More about Making a Home Binder & Committing To ‘Empty Time’
On Simple Living
There is much talk lately about simple living. Oftentimes, especially on social media, this idea is presented to us with pretty pictures of thrifted home décor, a cup of coffee, or a bouquet of dahlias freshly purchased from the farmers market. While I love all of these beautiful visual expressions of tender moments captured by … Read More about On Simple Living
When Motherhood Doesn’t Feel Like Enough
Tending to projects around the house this summer has given me an abundance of time to think. As a mother, I have found that my mind tends to be in this constant state of wandering quickly from one topic to another: remember to add this to our grocery list, don’t forget to do this, call … Read More about When Motherhood Doesn’t Feel Like Enough
