Growing Pains

Growth. It's a good thing. But sometimes, growth can feel not so good. As my husband described it: like going down a river,  sometimes growth feels fast and exciting like flying down the rocky rapids. Other times, growth can feel like floating down a lazy river or even stagnant and altogether dry. Slow, but steady. … Continue reading Growing Pains

*FRIDAY FAVORITES* Daisy Blue Naturals Review

Happy Friday!! We have been busy at the Valley View Farm ripping up carpet, tearing stuff down, clearing things out, scraping up flooring... mostly my brother-in-law when I say we. I am so thankful and praised God for all the work he's helped us with. It is a blessing to have family, and an extra … Continue reading *FRIDAY FAVORITES* Daisy Blue Naturals Review

Happy November + A Fun Recipe To Try!

HAPPY November everyone! I just love this month. November is filled with extra doses of thankfulness, don't you think? I love the anticipation for Thanksgiving- time with family and loved ones, which leads immediately into the exciting frenzy of gearing up for the Christmas season, which is my favorite Holiday. I wanted to share this … Continue reading Happy November + A Fun Recipe To Try!

A Mid-week in Waco

In lieu of Silobration week, I thought it fitting to share some of my favorite moments and details when my Mother-In-Law and I took Collins down to Waco Tuesday-Thursday on October 2nd-5th, 2017. I left feeling so inspired and excited to make our new home we'll be moving in to (all too soon!) our own. … Continue reading A Mid-week in Waco

5 Ways To Get Back Into School Mode From A Teacher!

As a former 1st grade teacher, this time of year when summer is winding down still gives me the new school year butterflies, even as I am at home with our one-year-old daughter now. As the weather cools off, and the dollar section at Target fills up with back-to-school goodies, the anticipation of a new … Continue reading 5 Ways To Get Back Into School Mode From A Teacher!

Freedom in Christ

Free. Freedom. The word freedom feels so fragile this week. This year. Doesn't it? If there was ever a time that you needed evidence the broken world we live in due to sin, and its desperate need for a Savior, turn on the news. Read it on the internet. It's there, in your face, clear … Continue reading Freedom in Christ

God Is Compassionate When We Are Not

Good morning! As I finished up reading Jonah, I had some time of reflection over the last two verses, questions, that God asks Jonah for the reader to think on and answer too. God used this passage to tend to my heart. Let me be transparent with you, because #impressingisexhausting: I can be very impatient … Continue reading God Is Compassionate When We Are Not

Blog Hop GIVEAWAY!

 I am SO excited about this giveaway for you! I have teamed up with several wonderful businesses and artists to bring you an assortment of goodies you are going to love this summer! Before I jump into what is up for grabs in MY giveaway, you must know about the 8 OTHER giveaways that are … Continue reading Blog Hop GIVEAWAY!