There are times in my mothering career that I have been desperate. Barely clinging on. Like the fifth time I got mastitis. Months on end of living off of minimal sleep. A new baby, a dying dog, and a little…
I have an affinity for “vacation reading.” This genre of reading is light, mindless, and allows me to escape. My life is busy. Loud. And sometimes chaotic. I don’t feel guilty about escaping . . . retreating. It allows my…
We left the kids well fed and far from miserable — with a Wii remote in their hands and our sweet babysitters for company. The Engineer and I were going out for a rare weeknight date to the movies. This…
Birthdays are a big deal in our house. Jesus gets His day in a big way. Cake and everything. (Yes, I know . . . December 25th isn’t REALLY the day of His actual birth.) For unto us a Child…
We felt a little guilty going out on a date on a Wednesday night. It was Awana night, after all. But sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do – especially when it means a free date (except for dinner).…
Any opportunity Gabe has to accomplish something different and unique, he takes it. Any thing that makes him different than his three brothers AND gives him one-on-one time with his Granola Mommy, he jumps on it. So it really was…
It’s a beautiful thing to sit down on a cold night with a cup of hot chocolate in front of the fire. With a fuzzy blanket. And a nice husband – who also wants to be non-social . . .…
Jodi is married to her high school sweetheart. She blogs about fermentation, whole foods, homeschooling, essential oils, home-birthing, and gardening.
FREE Happy Mail
Curious about Essential Oils? When I first heard about them 13+ years ago, I wasn't sure what to think or where to find information. I've got you covered. Click on the image to learn about our oily journey!
The SAFEST Mattress
After much research, we chose The Clean Bedroom for our mattress and our daughter's mattress!
My Passion . . .
Please join us as we #writetheword to further understand the importance of ending Bible poverty. Learn how to host your own #writetheword party.
Consider purchasing gifts that will impact a life.