I know it’s last minute, but if you’re anything like me, you might still be doing some final shopping for ingredients. No worries! You still have time to place that pickup order before stores close and before you need to start your Thanksgiving prep. We usually celebrate Thanksgiving at home. I make most of the…
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November Activities & Book Shelfie – Focusing on the Change of Seasons, Thankfulness, and Culture
As fall quickly shifts into winter (at least for us here in Michigan) and Thanksgiving approaches, I wanted to share the books we’ve placed on our shelves this month. I’ve been trying to be more intentional about rotating the kids’ books in their rooms and in our living spaces—bringing in stories that reflect the season,…
The Building Toys My Kids Still Play With (Years Later!)
There’s something special about toys that never seem to lose their magic — the ones that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and endless imagination. In our home, building toys have truly stood the test of time. They’re the toys that get played with every single day, year after year, that grow with our kids and continue to…
How I Encourage a Love of Reading in My Homeschooled Kids
About a year or two ago, I made a conscious decision that I was going to help my kids develop a deeper love for reading. Since then, I’ve implemented a few small changes in our daily routine that have made a big difference. Because I homeschool, we naturally have a little more time to dedicate…
What the Last 10 Years Have Taught Me
As we entered a new decade, I couldn’t help but look back on the last ten years—on all the change, growth, and lessons that have shaped my adult life. Honestly, when I first thought about writing this, I hesitated. My mind went straight to all the things I haven’t accomplished. But after sitting with that…





