My close friend (since childhood) is dealing with divorce. After 15 years+ and three kids, it is a hard decision and I wish there were more I could do for her. This post has nothing to do with divorce specifically, when we should divorce, and casting blame. It has to do with showing others love when they need it most. With Valentine's Day season coming up, and her birthday, I think this is the perfect time to show her extra love. Do you have divorced friends that could use some extra love this … [Read more...]
Free Printable Valentines Cupcake Toppers
This next week, my class at church is responsible for potluck. I am thinking that cupcakes are a great option for potluck dessert. To make the cupcakes just a bit more special - I like to add cupcake toppers. So here is my latest cupcake toppers free printable, especially for Valentine's Day. I love the colors pink and red mixed together - so festive! Do you love cupcakes? Valentines Cupcake Toppers You are a beautiful cupcake in a world full of … [Read more...]
Faith Inspired Valentines Day Decor
This last week my Princess and I have been decorating for Valentine's Day -- at least our mantle. I ordered a couple new plaques from Family Christian, we did some water color painting, and cut out some paper hearts. We've actually had a great time, bonding together, over Valentines Day Decor. For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3: 16 My eight year old made this. We were thinking of doing a … [Read more...]
30 Adult Coloring Books
Do you love coloring? Can you believe this new adult coloring book craze? I will admit, I was skeptical. But then I got my first coloring book a couple months ago and I love it too. A photo posted by LaVonne Long (@lavonnelong) on Nov 19, 2015 at 5:03pm PST Sunset is still my favorite color, and rainbow is second. - Mattie Stepanek 30 Adult Coloring Books Balance (Angie's Extreme Stress Menders Volume 1) Animal Kingdom: Animals Out The … [Read more...]
A Guide to Finance and Savings for Mom
The mortgage bill, utilities, karate lessons, dance classes, school supplies, grocery lists, and more… How do you do it? Let’s face it: most moms are living paycheck to paycheck, and after daycare and other expenses, it’s really difficult to put a little extra away. Saving for a rainy day isn’t the easiest thing with so many bills to pay. The responsibilities, the necessities and the desires to have more can be overwhelming, but nothing is more important than an emergency savings fund. Here are … [Read more...]
Printable Bear Valentines Cards
This year, I wanted to do another simple Valentine card for my daughter's class. When YumEarth sent us a their very cute YumEarth Organics Gummy Bears - I knew exactly what I wanted to make: a printable bear valentines card that I could attach to the candy bag. So easy to to make in a design program - I simply cut it out with scalloped scissors and stapled it to the candy bag. My daughter will write in red marker, From: Bella on the back. Voila! We are ready for Valentine's … [Read more...]
Game Day Traditions: Seattle Seahawks and Beyond
This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/P&G. All opinions are mine alone. Game Day is a big day in our family and extended family. Of course, since we live in Washington state we are BIG Seattle Seahawks fans. We have a few fun traditions as well. Yes, there are people in my family who believe they if they do certain things, they are helping our team win. My sister always says, "It's only weird, if it doesn't work." Game Day Tradition: Blue Friday Friday before game day, we all … [Read more...]
