Are you ready for some exciting news this Wednesday? I am today's featured blogger over at Blogelina! I'm pretty pumped and extremely grateful to be chosen by these very talented blogging experts. Back when I first began blogging, they provided me with excellent tools that I needed to get my blog up and running, not to mention they are … [Read more...]
What Being a Mother Means to Me
Happy Mother's Day to all you mommies out there, both the new and the old, and all of us somewhere in the middle! I hope your day is filled with special moments that remind you of why being a mom is such an incredible gift. Even though, I'll be the first to admit, not all days feel like a "gift" - being a mother is a tough job, and it's easy to … [Read more...]
Happy Resurrection Day & a Roll Recipe too!
Yes, Lord...we wait for you; your name and renown are the desire of our hearts. My soul yearns for you in the night; in the morning my spirit longs for you. Isaiah 26:8 NIV Happy Easter to you my friends! I hope you spent your day surrounded by loved ones and made wonderful memories while celebrating Christ's resurrection! Even though this … [Read more...]
Spring Cleaning the Green Way with ePantry
Happy March to you! The month certainly came in like a lion with a winter storm hitting this area. But even though we may have gotten a few inches of snow this week, I am still optimistically looking ahead to springtime. Already they are forecasting 60 degree temperatures for southeastern Wisconsin next week, so one can remain hopeful! This … [Read more...]
Win a FREE Love Mason Jar! Leap into Love Giveaway!
The month of February will soon be drawing to a close and with it comes a pretty unusual day that we only happen to see about once every 4 years, or 366 days to be exact...February 29th! I think this calls for something special to commemorate our leap year! Monday, February 29th I will be giving away a free love mason jar to 1 lucky … [Read more...]
Making Everyday a Love Your Pet Day
This past Saturday was National Love Your Pet Day. It seems like every day should be dedicated to loving your pet, but I suppose one day a year to ultra-spoil them is kind of fun to have! We recognized this unofficial holiday by giving back to the pets in our life and those less fortunate that will hopefully one day find their forever homes. Our … [Read more...]
Happy Valentine’s Day!
"Look deep within yourself and recognize what brings life and grace into your heart. It is this that can be shared with those around you. You are loved by God. This is an inspiration to love." -Christopher de Vinck Happy Valentine's Day! … [Read more...]
Wash Your Hands & Say Your Prayers, Because Jesus & Germs are Everywhere
Well hello there! My name is Katie and I'll be your blogger for today. After an unexpected, lengthy hiatus from blogging, to which I certainly do apologize, I am back! I promise to get back into my more regular routine of writing. Let me just take a moment and blow the dust off that has been accumulating on my keyboard over the last 2 weeks since I … [Read more...]
Cabin Fever
I know the phrase "cabin fever" often refers to someone who has been confined to a small space - aka a cabin - for an extended period of time to the point where they can no longer take it and need to get out. But in my case, "cabin fever" refers to the need to retreat into that small confined space - aka a cabin - which is why our family decided to … [Read more...]
A Step Back in Time for the New Year
Happy 2016! We're only a week into the new year and already it feels like I am scrambling with trying to pack away Christmas decorations, clean the house, catch up on laundry, and get into the swing of our routine again now that the kids are back in school and our winter break is over. I'm not really one to make a lot of new year's resolutions, but … [Read more...]