Looking for a New Workout Routine? – Wise Tip Wednesday
Exercise was once something I dreaded. However, I’ve been walking since 2012. I love to walk my neighborhood listening to worship music, enjoying creation, and burning calories. Walking is the best,...
View ArticleTips for Using Mint Leaves – Tasteful Tuesday
Cooking and gardening are two of my favorite pastimes so I’m sure it’s no surprise that I combine the two quite often. Last week I purchased some non-GMO peppermint and chocolate peppermint plants. I...
View ArticleSummer Activities for Your Homeschool Journey
Summer break is quickly approaching! I don’t know about you, but I could REALLY use a break. It’s been a busy year of trials and triumphs. Of course I’m always ready for a break, but there should be a...
View ArticleWill We Answer to God for Our Vote?
Do you think we will have to answer to God for whom we vote in the next election? Do you believe God even cares about the election? These are some questions I’ve been hearing often lately. It doesn’t...
View Article10 Tips for Making Your Home a Sanctuary
Sanctuary… The simple utterance of that very word makes your eyes close, your head lift, and your lungs take in a deep breath of air. A sense of tranquility and peace washes over you. Today I’m sharing...
View ArticleDIY Boxwood Wreath
God’s creation is so beautiful, and what better way to decorate your home than His masterpieces? I enjoy using fresh flowers and greenery from my yard to decorate, not only because they are beautiful...
View ArticleCream Slush Recipe – THM FP
Summer break is here and that means it’s time for lots of fruits and frozen treats! My children have really been craving slushes and ice creams. They have summer fever! We made this strawberry lemonade...
View ArticleTrim Healthy Mama on Vacation
Sunsets, waves, sand, and shells – our family vacation was a restful and blessed getaway. Returning to reality was not so restful, but that’s okay. I am slowly, but surely easing back into my routine...
View ArticleFrugal DIY – Screened Porch Makeover
Several years ago, my sweet husband built a screened porch on the back of our home. From this peaceful porch, I enjoy the songs of birds, the laughter of my children, the rippling of our pond and...
View ArticleWhat’s Your Secret?
We all want to know the secret to staying on plan when we begin a new food regimen or diet. What’s your motivation for taking on a healthy lifestyle like Trim Healthy Mama and others? What’s driving...
View ArticleThe Heart of the Matter – Ready, Set, Go!
Our country doesn’t need Hillary Clinton. Our country doesn’t need Donald Trump. Our country doesn’t need Barack Obama, or any other candidate. Our country doesn’t need revenge or justice in the...
View ArticleIn Need of a Vacation?
Isn’t that the way it usually goes? Our everyday lives burn us out until we are in desperate need of refuge. Our retreat comes and goes so quickly. Returning home to reality leads to work as well, so...
View ArticleReturn from Vacation
Well, we are slowly getting back into the swing of things with homeschooling, blogging, and my new business (I’ll share more about that later). I’ve been too swamped to post lately, but will be...
View ArticleHow to Raise Successful Children
Parenting is an incredibly tough job. Most of us probably didn’t realize just how difficult parenting would be until we became a parent. I’ve been a mommy for almost twenty years. WAIT a minute… Did I...
View ArticleButter Pecan Shake – THM S
Maple, pumpkin, nuts, caramel–these are the flavors that I love year round. However, it is fall so I’m indulging in them even more now. Tonight I made a rich, butter pecan shake that was so good that I...
View ArticlePressed for Time?
Who wouldn’t love to add more hours to the day? Twenty-four hours is just not enough time to get everything done. Unfortunately, I don’t have a mathematical equation or a scientific formula to solve...
View ArticleSimple, Inexpensive, and Last Minute Decorating Ideas for Fall
Where has the time gone? I cannot believe that just three short weeks from now it will be Thanksgiving. We start decorating for Christmas on Black Friday. I feel a little overwhelmed, because I just...
View ArticleWhy Are Women Their Own Prince Charmings?
Nowadays, everywhere I turn I find a woman who is worn and weary, burned out beyond anything they can possibly bear. We are trying to be everything to everybody and it is just IMPOSSIBLE. Many women...
View ArticleCake Batter Latte – Indulgent, but Healthy
Rich, frothy, buttery, strong – that’s how I like my coffee. I am always looking for new flavors and healthy recipes for coffee and other drinks. Mint and chocolate are two of my favorite flavors, and...
View ArticleEncouragement for Warrior Women
This is a long read, but please hang in there. These are thoughts and encouragement I just had to get out there ASAP: Women everywhere are offended and discouraged by the results of the election....
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