Can we talk about life with three kids for a second? Because it’s a whole ‘nother ball game. For one thing, the cuteness is off the radar. It’s like all the love and delight a child brings TIMES THREE. It’s a lot to handle –a heart-bursting, overwhelming sort of joy that almost hurts. It’s so good! But life with three kids is also a… Read more
This survey was anonymous, but I wish it weren’t. Why? Because so many of you used it as an opportunity to encourage, affirm and pour into me, and I don’t know who to thank! So, first of all, you know who you are. Thank you! It meant more than I can say to read some very encouraging and kind responses. I thought… Read more
Last night I fell asleep thinking about why I write. Many hours have been spent this past year clicking away at a keyboard. Many opportunities to sleep or watch TV have been sacrificed. I work on my blog around 20 hours per week, so it’s a big part of my life. But I do it. And it’s changing me. I’m becoming… Read more
Perhaps the most effective and purposeful way to build a relationship with someone is to have them into one’s home. This personal environment quickly breaks down barriers and helps people feel that they truly know us. An open home is an open heart in many ways. However, although I have the vision and heart for hospitality, it is not my particular “skill set.” Some people have… Read more
A couple of weeks ago I posted about the Make Over Your Mornings eCourse. You’ve probably heard me mention it several times because it has truly impacted my life, and I’m excited about that! A few readers asked for updated thoughts once I completed the course. I’m happy to say, I GRADUATED! 🙂 I took it seriously and completed each day and… Read more
Last week I stumbled upon something. I didn’t realize how life-changing it would be for me. Now I do. It was a 14-day online course called Make Over Your Mornings. My morning routine had been pretty much obliterated over the past year, between the ups and downs of pregnancy and, more recently, life with a newborn baby. I knew I was… Read more
For me, there’s something deeply satisfying about kneading and baking my own breads. It resonates with heritage, godliness, provision, and wholesome values. You might think I’m crazy, but there are actually some good reasons to consider bread making. After all, you really never know until you try. Find out why I think you should consider it and a few of… Read more
Whether mine or someone else’s, I love being around and holding newborn babies! This is a passion that has grown since becoming a mother. When my first daughter was born four years ago, I hardly knew what to think or expect. I had rarely been around babies and was busily processing the drastic life-change that had just occurred. I wasn’t able… Read more
I wouldn’t consider myself a health-nut, and I don’t often blog about healthy living. I’m just an average American housewife and mom, trying to find the balance of healthfulness, simplicity and practicality. However, there are some simple changes I’ve made to keep our lives a bit fresher and healthier. So if you’re anything like me, you may appreciate these… Read more
A sanctuary, by definition, is a place of refuge and safety. One of my greatest goals as a homemaker is that my home be a sanctuary for my family. I want this to be a place of peace, rest and refuge. It just seems so… right. The outside world is often stressful, demanding and harsh. In contrast, a home should be a place of retreat, a place to recharge at the end… Read more
Wow, what a journey this has been! Over the past year, Embracing a Simpler Life has seen 75,214 page views from 34,530 unique visitors and published 130 blog posts from both myself and a collection of 5 amazingly wise and talented contributing writers. which have received 384 comments. It’s acquired 2,083 Facebook fans 304 Pinterest followers 491 Newsletter subscribers… Read more
She’s here! She’s here! We have been anticipating this little girl’s arrival for what seems like forever… and she’s here! Meet Emily Rose, the newest addition to our little family. She came into the world in a hurry this Sunday, April 26th, and is so precious to us! The way God chooses to create life is breathtaking. This person, my Emily,… Read more
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