preparing your child for their first overnight hike

preparing your child for their first overnight hike, Hike for Grayson

Last week my seven year old when on his first overnight hike with his dad and grandpa–just three men from three different generations enjoying some time together outdoors. My son was so excited, but I know from previous experience taking our kids camping (without the hiking involved) or participating in other physical outdoor activities that […]

book themed bridal shower & table runner tutorial

$10 at Target and a book page table runner tutorial

I feel like I have been so sporadic around these parts lately and I really hate it! One of the things that has had me busy has been some preparations for my baby sister’s wedding. Last weekend I co-hosted her bridal shower and even though it was stressful (party planning always is for me), it […]

DIY rustic card display

diy rustic card display with American Greetings and Walmart

My husband and I celebrated out 10 year anniversary last month and wedding season is still in full swing. My baby sister is getting married at the end of this month and we’re all pretty excited about it. Of course, that also means that I’ve been busy with some projects I’m helping with. One of […]

prayer and trust

LDS, prayer

This blog post on prayer and trust might be sensitive for those who are struggling with infertility or child loss. I want to thank mormon.org for sponsoring this blog post so I could share my story. my journey to prayer and trust “I’ll leave you two alone.” The click of the door as she shut […]

nostalgic books you and your kids will love

How to teach your children about kindness.

Hello friend, I hope that you are having a wonderful week so far! I feel like this summer is flying by but somehow I’ve still made time to cross three books off my Summer reading list. I’m actually working on the fourth one right now but I’m struggling a bit–I’m not 100% sure that I […]