blogging advice to myself after nine years…

Nine years ago today I hit publish on my very first blog post. Things have come a long way since then–both on this site and in the world of blogging. From being a diy and craft blog to realizing my passion was in general lifestyle. From starting out on a free Blogger site to rebranding… Continue reading blogging advice to myself after nine years…

how to support your friends without spending a dime

Y’all… this post has been a long time in the making. I’ve been blogging for almost nine years now. Then I started a separate small (very small) business. I’ve watched other friends start jobs outside the room, from their homes, join MLMs, and become their own CEO of every kind of small business available. You… Continue reading how to support your friends without spending a dime

healthy travel tips to keep feeling your best

It was just about three months ago that Mike and I went on a cruise sans kids–but it seems like a lifetime ago. There are still so many posts I want to share about our trip but with cold and flu season coming up I thought the timing was right for this one. These healthy… Continue reading healthy travel tips to keep feeling your best

favorite homeschool workbooks for our family

One of the questions I get asked the most in regards to homeschool is–“what curriculum do you use?” This question comes right after–“Why does your family homeschool?” Since that question would take far too long to answer (I touch on it briefly in a post from last year) today I’ll sort of answer the first… Continue reading favorite homeschool workbooks for our family

sunshine and service pool party in california

Several months ago I decided I wanted to throw a party for some of the bloggers in the area. I think it’s always a good idea to get together with local moms, business owners, creatives, or anyone within your particular niche for fellowship and support. However, if you follow along with me on Instagram then… Continue reading sunshine and service pool party in california