The Purpose of the Storm in Your Life.
Facing trials as a Christian. Facing trials as a Christian can bring deep comfort. Christians know that God loves them. They may not entirely understand what is happening, but they…
Keep Kids Safe In a Chaotic and Troubled World.
Ways to protect kids. There are many ways to protect kids. These are the ones that have worked for our family, but each family should decide on their own guidelines.…
Practical Strategies for Reducing Your Food Bill.
Ideas on how to save money on your food bill. I come from a long line of cheap women who needed to be cheap or, in other words, frugal. It's…
Why It’s Important to Set Goals As A Single Mom
Where there is no vision, the people perish. Proverbs 29:18a. There are many reasons to set goals as a single mom. My best friend gave me wise advice shortly after…
Clear-Cut Ways to Create a Functional and Beautiful Flower Garden
Flower garden designs should be considered carefully and early in the process. I love my garden. It's huge! And therein lies the problem! A large flower garden needs order and…
Learning How to Think Like a Farmer or Homesteader
One beginning way to learn to homestead is to start thinking like a farmer or homesteader. Every employment field has a mindset associated with it—nurses, teachers, even accountants! I love…
Maintaining Focus and Determination In A Busy Life.
These are some great ideas on how to maintain focus in your life: Staying focused is a skill, and here are a few ideas on maintaining focus in your busy…
When You Don’t Understand God’s Plan and Timing.
There are days I don't understand God's plan and timing. During these times, I'm tempted to question God's goodness. Somehow, I know I'm not the only one. I've heard the…
Why Memorizing Bible Verses is Important
Bible verse memorization may be something you've never considered. After all, we are barely making it as it is. I'm convinced single moms are overworked and overstressed daily. Why go…
Simple Pointers for Homeschooling as a Single Mom.
The following are simple pointers for homeschooling as a single mom: Please consider reading the previous blog post for additional information: Helpful Hints for Homeschooling as a Single Mom -…
Helpful Hints for Homeschooling as a Single Mom
One of the things I worried about most when my kids were struggling was "how to homeschool as a single mom?" It kept me up at night! And here is…
Finding Freedom Means One Sure Step at a Time.
Steps to freedom in Christ are taken slowly. Sometimes, you can't see how far you've come until you look back at your path. Holidays make me think. I have sent…
How to Look Good on a Small Budget
There are beauty skills to learn that decrease cost and bring additional options to someone on a limited budget. Looking good on a small budget can admittedly be tricky. But…
Fill Up on Hope and Change Your Perspective
Learning how to feel more positive about life is a skill that all of us need. It wasn't long ago that the doldrums of winter set in. The lack of…
Consistent Ways to Leave a Legacy of Faith.
Leaving a legacy of faith is intentional. The day-to-day actions, decisions, and discussions lay down the footwork of faith, which is easy to miss. There are many different legacies to…
When You Need a New Song and a New Start
Somedays, we need a new song and a fresh start. I once knew a man who had struggled with the same thing for years. He was exhausted. During this time…
How to Save Money and Have Great Experiences!
Free activities for families may be a great way to make memories and have a lot of fun! There are tons of ways to do this! I spent some time…
Winter is the Perfect Time to Start Garden Preparations!
In the dead of winter, I start my winter garden preparations. It may be because I'm so tired of being cold, but whatever the reason, it gives me time to…
How to Create a 15-Minute Problem-Solving List.
This is one of several organizing tips for busy moms that have helped me! Lately, it has occurred to me that some things are not getting done. Sure, I may…
How to Admit Your Mistakes and Address Your Faulty Thinking.
It wasn't very long ago that reality snuck in. I got a full glimpse of the lies I believed and the mistakes I was making. I wondered how to admit…
How to Overcome Times of Chaos and Retake Control.
Occasionally, chaos hits this family hard, and I wonder why and what I can do to improve things. I might even Google, "How to regain control of your life?" I'd…
Easy Ways to Create a Cozy Home Atmosphere
Perhaps because it is ridiculously cold outside, I've been wondering how to create a cozy home; I don't know. But whatever it is, it's been on my mind. I want…
When You Need a Quiet Place but Can’t Find One.
Finding rest for your soul means quieting yourself before God and centering yourself. It's a challenge for everyone, but peace requires it. Here is my favorite, peaceful music. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1nWUgIwRwQ&t=1938s On…
Be a Little Kinder to the Girl You Once Were.
Giving yourself grace and talking kindly about yourself may be the start of finding peace regarding your past. It's around this time of year that I get spring fever. I…
Choosing a New Identity: The Kings Daughter
Gaining a positive self-image is possible, but we must rethink our identity. Seeing ourselves as daughters of "The King" can give us a new start! The starting point requires us…
Bring On the Mom Jokes. You’re Gonna Need Them!
Parenting with humor is a decision. Because let's face it, some days we have to look for "the funny" in life! But over time, this decision pays off with happy,…
The God Who Gives the Best Kind of Gifts.
Some days, I don't recognize gifts from God. I'm so wrapped up in difficult circumstances that I miss them. While wrapping the Christmas gifts last night, I had some lulls.…
How to Teach Your Children Truth, Tradition, and Character, One Day at a Time.
Passing down truth, skills, and traditions ensures success for the next generation. There are so many examples of this! And so many cultures and people that do a great job…
The Challenge of Disciplining as a Single Mom.
Learning how to discipline kids was one of my greatest struggles. Doing it as a broken single mom became even more difficult. But over time, I learned how to decrease…
Romance with Grit: A Tale of Woe and Love
I'm not Shakespeare, but here's my funny romance short story. One short romance story saturated with too much reality. Ridiculous Romance Movies. It's romance season on TV. And it's killing…