Do you ever wonder what God's will is for your life? Or maybe wonder how you will ever succeed? I am constantly plagued by doubt and also the desire to be doing something great for God's kingdom. I'm not the only one am I? Surely, not. This is why Clout by Jenni Catron is such a timely book in my life. She explains how we all have clout, or important influence to those around us. Using Biblical examples and real life examples she does a great job at explaining why she believes we all have … [Read more...]
The Boxtrolls Patch Sweepstakes
We are so excited that The Boxtrolls movie release is coming up so quickly! In fact, you can easily get excited not only about the upcoming movie but also about the contest I am about to share with you. Just in time for back to school, The Boxtrolls Patch Sweepstakes is offering an all expense paid trip to the L.A. premiere of The Boxtrolls (for four!). Here's how to enter: Make an awesome Boxtroll Snap a picture Share your photo on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram with the … [Read more...]
My Christian Music Playlist
My kids both love music (as do I). We have a favorite Christian playlist right now that is fun to cook to, dance to, clean to, and exercise to. My Current Christian Playlist In our home we love to listen to Christian music. Upbeat music that gets you moving and singing at the top of your lungs. Here are 10 of my current favorites: Saltwater Heart - Switchfoot Build Your Kingdom Here - Rend Collective Hero - Skillet Fix My Eyes - for King and Country Forget and Not Slow Down - … [Read more...]
The Boxcar Children on DVD
My daughter had not been introduced to The Boxcar Children before this DVD. But now? She cannot wait to read the books and hopes for more DVDs. She is in love with The Boxcar Children. In fact, she watched this before bed and then begged me to watch it again the next morning. I couldn't be more happy. This is the very first full-length, animated feature adaptation of Gertrude Chandler Warner's best-selling classic! Do your kids love The Boxcar Children? About the Film Four orphaned and … [Read more...]
10 Unique Pool Games for Kids
Washingtonians take advantage of summer. In my opinion, it is the best time of year here. It is so beautiful and green in Western Washington and when the sky is blue and the sun is shining - there is no better place on earth. My family is blessed to live in a community that has a pool. If it hits 70 degrees (which is does most of the summer), we are at our community pool. There are also many other children in our small community so there is sure to be a playmate for my Princess on any given … [Read more...]
Top 10 Educational Shows on Netflix
We love Netflix. We have been faithful customers for about 8 years. Back then we didn't stream but received two DVDs at a time in the mail. (Remember those days?) Now we stream only. We dumped cable and haven't been sorry. One reason I love Netflix is the abundance of education entertainment available. My six year old can navigate and find the shows we let her watch and she loves educational entertainment. That makes this mommy quite happy! School is out for most kids, so educational … [Read more...]
Why Journaling is Important for Your Faith
Do you journal? Sometimes I use a book to inspire journaling and other times I even use this blog to journal. I really love books like Break Out! Journal by Joel Osteen to help with the journaling process. With prompts at the end of each chapter, it allows my journaling to flow more easily. 12 Ways that Journaling is Important: helps you stay connected with God writing helps you come to terms with things struggles in your life increases your ability to focus on God and spiritual … [Read more...]
