I’m a bit overwhelmed today. I invite you to listen in while I preach to myself a little here. You may not have the same reasons for being overwhelmed – after all you have a different set of kids, a different spouse, and different callings – but most certainly you’ll be there at some point….
Reformation Day is fast approaching! (October 31st) I wanted to share with you a few, easy and low-prep, ideas to help you celebrate Reformation Day and learn about this monumental moment in history with your family and friends. I have a printable Reformation Day pack at the end which includes any resources you might need!…
We have finally reached a point that we are able to honor the Lord by our Sabbath rest, together, as a family … most of the time.
I remember my parents having a Christian Seder for my brother and I when we were young children. It was special and memorable. My husband and I have hosted and been guests at several Christian Seders. I attended a class put on by Jews for Jesus on the Seder. I was even a guest at…
https://anchor.fm/ruth873 Thanksgiving: the holiday that gets smooshed by Christmas and forgotten. Let’s choose to give it its proper due and make it intentional and meaningful! After all, it is such a “pure” holiday. Uncluttered by gifts and left untouched by imaginary myths such as the Easter Bunny or Santa. Just unadulterated gratitude. And really delicious…
Choosing to celebrate Advent as a family has brought so much meaning to the Christmas season. Advent is a significant way that we keep our focus on Jesus and not on all the gifts and treats! There are so many ways to make Advent special. Perhaps you already have some family traditions or maybe you…
I like to get ahead on my Christmas shopping. It makes for a much more relaxed month of December. There are people I know very well for whom I can come up with a thousand gift ideas – like my daughters. Then, there are people I don’t know as well or who simply fall into…
“When you are behind on life, get ahead on Christmas.” This quote is from Rachel Jankovic – one of my favorite authors and podcasters. She talks about this extensively in her podcast: What Have You. Each time I have heard her say this I want to shout out “AMEN!” A few years ago I vividly…
My dad sparked my interest in butterflies as a young child. We would go on “butterfly hunts” and order chrysalises from catalogs together. Hoping to recreate those wonderful memories with my own kids we have made a little tradition each summer of delving into the magical world of butterfies!
