Birthday hugs for Mia’s BFF. This little girl has come so far in her 10 months home!
Day 120
The view from behind my book on Thursday nights.
Day 119
Remember that year we didn’t carve our pumpkins until December? And by “carve,” I mean cut the top off, dig out the seeds, chop it, peel it, and freeze it.
Christmas Greetings 2012
My favorite part of Christmas (besides the whole part where it celebrates how much our God loves us) is getting updated pictures and stories from friends and families. I’ve attempted to be creative with our cards for the last 10 years, but alas it’s time consuming and expensive! With 4 adoptions in less than that...
Day 118
Our field trip co-op does this awesome Christmas bazaar every year where the kids can sell and buy small Christmas gifts in a safe, controlled environment.
Day 117
A very nervous Kayla, got to play a couple minutes at her team’s first game. She did great! Now on to teach her about what is actually happening on the court.
Day 116
We’re using The Jesus Storybook Bible Advent Reading plan and really enjoying it.
Upcycle a CD Sleeve to a Cookie Sleeve
Baked goods are always a go-to gift idea in our house. They’re also great for selling at holiday bazaars and summertime lemonade stands. An upgraded presentation can take the tradtional cookie from so-so to shazam! The first step is to make large cookies (think a tad smaller than a CD) using your go-to recipe. While...