I have always been a fan of smoothies. Back in July, I started this green smoothie kick and haven't stopped. I like to replace one or two meals each day with a green smoothie - it's easy to make and I'm a bit lazy about food prep so this is a perfect union. I make three 16 oz servings of my favorite green smoothie: I have another green smoothie that I have been making that I am also very much in love with. It is the Chocolate Covered Cherry Green Smoothie. With only five ingredients, this … [Read more...]
Car Seat Safety Tips
When I had my first child, I was overwhelmed. There is just so much to learn, isn't there? One thing, that I didn't know enough about was car seat safety. I didn't know how long to keep my baby rear-facing, I didn't know the height and weight requirements for upgrading seats. I had to look up all the information online and it was still quite over whelming. Add to that, car seat rules and regulations seem to change frequently. I felt in over my head as a new mom. Are you feeling overwhelmed … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Save Money (with kids!)
Realistically speaking, children are expensive. Kids today want the latest electronics, clothes, shoes, and as they get older -- their own car. {Try not to cringe about that last bit. I can see the fear in your eyes through the computer screen.} Part of teaching your kids responsibility is teaching them how to save money. If you've never been big on saving, now is a great time to start. You can teach your kids - and yourself - how to save up for items they want and need with the following … [Read more...]
For All My Superhero Fans: The Greatest Superhero Ever!
My kids love anything superhero. Who am I kidding, I love anything superhero too. It is not unusual to find my kids with homemade capes on. My son has two generic superhero style cape shirts. He likes to "fly" around the house. He says, "I'm flying like Jesus." It is so cute to see. My daughter recently watched a superhero style cartoon on Netflix for the first time and she is now a big superhero fan as well. Are there superhero fans in your home? Here are some great gift ideas for the … [Read more...]
Moms, Please Support Moms: Let’s Build Each Other Up
I've said it before. I will say again. Motherhood is hard stuff. The hardest job I've every had and probably will ever have. It is also the most rewarding, isn't it? I am thankful for the support I get in my family, in my community and online from other moms. I feel quite blessed in fact. But it isn't always easy. Two kids and a blog keeps me pretty busy and I miss out on more than I'd like to. Do you have a support community? The US Census Bureau estimates that there are … [Read more...]
Children’s Ministry {because it changes lives}
I grew up driving an hour north, bypassing several churches, to attend a small church on a neighboring Native American reservation. With less than 30 people in attendance, it was the church where I learned about who God was, how much He loves me, and how He changes lives. It was also the church I decided to be baptized in when I was 14. Now, my husband is overseeing outreach efforts of about 100 churches here in Western Washington. He speaks at a different church almost every week. Instead … [Read more...]
Resolutions to Be More Like Jesus
My resolution every year is to get closer to Jesus than I was the year before. I want to be like Jesus and I want others to see Jesus living in me. The new Believe NIV topical Bible from Randy Frazee is a great way to meet that resolution. About Believe NIV Believe includes short topical passages from the NIV Bible, unlocking the 10 key beliefs, 10 key practices, and 10 key virtues that help people live the story of the Bible. This hardcover Bible breaks this 30-week Scripture experience into … [Read more...]
