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How I {Accidentally} Saved Dinner – Menu Plan Monday

October 29, 2012

I'm a huge fan of freezer cooking. Unfortunately I haven't gotten it together enough to get a full stash of meals in the freezer. But one smart move saved dinner one day last week. The day didn't go quite as planned. Dinner wasn't looking promising. … [Click to continue reading]

Grab the Moments {31 Days of Becoming an Intentional Parent}

October 28, 2012

Want to read the whole series? You can find all the 31 Days of Becoming an Intentional Parent posts listed here. Her feet had grown. Her shoes were too small. She needed new ones like right now. We dropped hubby off at the church where he had … [Click to continue reading]

The Sparkle Box: A More Meaningful Christmas {Plus a Giveaway}

October 27, 2012

Emma found the box on my desk. Is there something inside? What is it? Is it for me? She was fascinated by the sparkle box, just like Sam in the book The Sparkle Box. Sam is so excited about Christmas! He's thinking about his Christmas list, … [Click to continue reading]

Learning from Our Kids {31 Days of Becoming an Intentional Parent}

October 27, 2012

Want to read the whole series? You can find all the 31 Days of Becoming an Intentional Parent posts listed here. Mom did you know that the Bible says we should love our enemies? She just learned how to find specific verses by book, chapter, and … [Click to continue reading]

Worth Reading This Weekend

October 27, 2012

Here are a few of my favorite posts from around the blogosphere this week. Dear Mom Who Feels Like She Doesn't Measure Up :: If this is you, go. Read. Be encouraged. Put the ruler away. 5 Quick & Simple Tips for a Clutter-Free Home :: Love that … [Click to continue reading]

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