Let the Games (and Art) Begin!!

I love the summer Olympics!  The torch is being lit on April 21, 2016 (today) to start the torch relay from Olympia, Greece to Rio, Brazil. There is just something exciting about thinking about athletes who have practiced and trained for so long, and are coming to compete while they represent their country. It’s this…

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Enriching Family Time with Shakespeare

Our morning time is a cherished part of our day. It’s a family meal of sorts where we come together and spend quality time reading good books, discussing big ideas, and enjoying learning together. I’m amazed that a simple thing like connecting in the morning can be so enriching to our family life. For the…

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Dreamy Sleep with Our Dreampad Pillow

My youngest has always struggled sleeping well. Frequently we find her in our room after nightmares wake her and rob her of sweet dreams. Since she shares a room with her sister, they’ve argued about having night-lights on and who will get to pick the music for the night. It’s tough having a kid that…

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30 Small Games that Pack a Big Punch

Small games

Does your family like games? Mine does. We love all games in all shapes and all sizes. Sometimes, however, you need a game that doesn’t take up much closet space or table space.  Small games make great gifts for end of the year celebrations or a fun addition to a family trip.  They also fill…

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New From Old – The Beauty in the Remaking

My husband has recently started making things out of reclaimed wood.  He takes his time and care with each piece to remake a cast out piece of wood into a treasure in our house.  As I was contemplating 2 Corinthians 5:17 the other day, I realized that we are much like that cast off piece…

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