I have always loved making all the holidays special for the kids. Just by adding a few decorations and fun food it can make that time of year seem so much more exciting! At our house as we get closer to Valentine's Day we are all about red, pink, love, and hearts! So it is always fun to see what … [Read more...]
What I Wore
This post contains my affiliate links. Thanks for your support! This is the outfit that I wore to church last Sunday. I love this skirt that I found and the lace trim on the bottom. I think it is perfect with boots in the winter time. I wore black leggings underneath because it has actually … [Read more...]
Teaching Character Training in Our Homeschool
When we decided to homeschool three years ago I really had a desire to make character training part of our homeschool curriculum. I felt that teaching our children to have good character was just as important as their other core subjects. I wanted to be able to say words to them like Patience, … [Read more...]
Friday at the Fire Station ~ Rattlesnake Pasta
So, if you actually clicked on this post, welcome! I assume you are probably here because 1.) to see if this post actually has rattlesnake in it, and/or 2.) this sounds so gross, is she for real!?!? Well, to ease all your minds NO rattlesnakes were harmed in the making of this pasta. :) That … [Read more...]
Traffic Light Crackers
This week during my son's preschool time some of the things we are talking about are road signs, traffic lights, and safety when crossing the street. So yesterday for a fun preschool snack, that also happened to go very well with the lesson, we made these cute little traffic light crackers. My son … [Read more...]
Friday at the Fire Station ~ Sweet Potatoes, Peppers, and Onions
This post contains my affiliate links. Thanks for your support! My fireman's diet is still in full swing over here. I am so proud he is sticking with it and he has already dropped over 5 pounds! It is kind of funny that I am posting this recipe because to be honest I have never really liked … [Read more...]
What I Wore
This post contains my affiliate links. Thanks for your support! I took these photos going to church last Sunday. I love this dress that I found at ThredUp. That has definitely become my favorite online resale place to shop! This dress is great because in the winter I can pair it with boots … [Read more...]
Free Flexi Friday!
This post contains my affiliate links. If you have ever wanted to try the Lilla Rose flexi hair clip now is your chance to enter to win one! This is for today only!! Head over to the Lilla Rose, Inc. Facebook page, look for the post with the image I have below, and follow instructions on how to … [Read more...]
Friday at the Fire Station ~ Simple Chicken and Pork Marinade
This morning my husband came home from work and said that at his fire station they are all doing a diet bet, on all three shifts, in honor of the new year. They are having a contest until March 1 to see who can lose the most body fat. I personally am not usually one to make resolutions, because to … [Read more...]
Broccoli Cheese Potato Chowder
When it is cold outside, especially on a cloudy rainy day, I love good ol' warm comfort food and this Broccoli Cheese Potato Chowder fits the bill! This is one of our favorites and I have made it several times this fall/winter. First you want to chop up your onion, carrots, celery, and … [Read more...]
Friday at the Fire Station ~ New Years Eve Party at Home
We are totally stay at home type New Years Eve people. We love not having to drive anywhere and we just have fun making our own memories and traditions at home. Being the holiday lover that I am, this does not by any means mean that we ignore the night! Some years my fireman is working so it is … [Read more...]
Our Favorite Ways to Wear a Flexi!
This post contains my affiliate links. Thanks for your support! So, my girls and I love wearing our Lilla Rose Flexi Hair Clips! These are the best thing that we have found to hold our hair....and they look beautiful too! So if you are still wearing the claw clip it is time to check out the … [Read more...]