Have an Enjoyable Fall Weekend

Door of old cabin with two pumpkins on each side of door.

I love this week of Halloween. So much activity. So much candy. So many smiles. I’m working on being present in the moment, not thinking about what is next, but really allowing myself to enjoy whatever is before me. It’s easier said than done, but I’m hoping this weekend will be memorable.

There’s a quote by Jeannie Cunnion above my computer that reads, “I choose connection over control, wonder over worry, faith over fear, present over perfect, love over shame and grace over guilt.” I pray the same for all of you: that this weekend we’ll fully live in this beautiful life we’ve been given; that we can all take a moment to be thankful and enjoy what is right in front of us.

Below are a few things I’ve been wanting to share.

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10-30-2020 | Comments Off on Have an Enjoyable Fall Weekend

5 Board Games 5-Year-Olds Will Love (and you will too)

Uno 5 year old playing UNOMoo! game on the floor.

My boys, ages 5 and 9, really like playing board games. We’ve found over the years which ones are more loved than others. Since we play with the boys it’s important for us, as adults to find ones that hold our interest as well.

Here is a list of 5 games for kids 5 and under that are also parent-approved…

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10-23-2020 | 8

Today is the Day to Start Creating

Originally published October 1, 2016, updated October 16, 2020

A mom and toddler crossing the street holding a big bunch of colorful balloons.

Lately, I have been thinking a lot about creativity and how much I enjoy it. How much I need it. How alive it makes me feel. That is one of the reasons I started blogging, a creative outlet.

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10-16-2020 | 2

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