The 30 Day Giving Challenge has begun and our first two days are underway. What have we done to give back to others? Day 1: We made our calendar for the month. Put all our plans down on paper so we can tackle them. Day 2: We made cards to send to Grandparents. They are always asking for things in the mail from the boys and with the busy-ness of life, we sometimes forget. Not this month! These cards will be heading out in tomorrow's mail to Florida and Brentwood, ...
30 Day Giving Challenge 2012
It's my first year to actually dig in with the 30 Day Giving Challenge and I'm really excited to be joining. What is it? Simply give for the entire month of November and documenting it in a journal or on your blog. The giving can be big or small, time or money, whatever God has prompted you to do each day. Use this 30 Day Giving Challenge printable calendar to map out your ideas. I'm excited to watch God in the middle of all this as we focus on giving to others. I'm excited and have ...
I’m Owning It!
"Those who bring sunshine into the lives of others, cannot keep it from themselves." -James M. Burrie- It was almost 7 years ago that we made the decision. We had just moved to Nashville and had been church hopping for a good while. We just didn't find the fit. We stepped into this church and something felt right. Yes, the door greeters were extremely helpful and friendly and made you feel at home. And yes, the preschool area was amazing. And the worship was intense. Definitely moving. But ...
Truth in the Tinsel Ornaments {advent}
There is something new in the Truth in the Tinsel shop! YAY! The printable ornaments are now available. These are a supplemental item and are not required to use Truth in the Tinsel. It's a fun little extra tool to use on the days when you don't have time to do a big craft, are on vacation, or just don't want to get all the craft supplies out. Aren't they ...
Fall Trees {craft}
Some of my favorite crafts to do with the boys are during the fall months. This week we made Fall trees using q-tips. If you're looking for a fun, colorful, and easy craft to do, this one is for you! *Supplies Needed* Construction Paper - we used white Q-Tips Paint Crayons/Markers Paper Plate *Instructions* Make the tree trunk first using your makers or crayons. Then, place the paint on a plastic plate. Dip the Q-tip in the paint {for each color} and gently place on the ...
Monday Menu Plan – 10.22.12
Another week has started and it's time to prepare our meals for this week. Whats on your menu? I'm always up for finding new recipes, so I'd love to hear what you're cooking this week. I'm enjoying the Community with Laura at I'm an Organizing Junkie. Come join us! Monday: Breakfast: Eggs & Toast Lunch: Chicken Noodle Soup Dinner: Crockpot Lasagna Tuesday: Breakfast: Waffles Lunch: Grilled Cheese and Fruit Salad Dinner: Chicken Enchiladas Wednesday: Breakfast: ...