We recently took a vacation with my parents, my sister’s family (she has 4 kids), and my aunt and uncle. Vacationing with extended family is nothing new for us; we actually vacation with my family about every two years and we have vacationed with my husband’s family in the past as well. Our usual vacationContinue Reading
We Have a 10-year-old in the House!! {and a birth story}
Wow! Ten years ago the Lord made us parents by bringing Lucius David into the world. We call him Luke. His name means light, and that he is in our lives – a shining light! We are so blessed and thankful that he is our son and God chose us toContinue Reading
Closing Time
Yesterday was a BIG day! We closed on our house! This has been a long time coming, and the Lord has definitely taught me a thing or two about patience and contentment over the last several years as we waited for Him to open just the right doors for us to be able toContinue Reading
Quick & Easy Cloud Activity
This week we made clouds to go along with our study of Uranus and Neptune. This would also be a good project if you are studying weather. This activity requires few supplies and ones you most likely have on hand. All you need is a glass jar (we used a pickle jar), matches, ziploc bag,Continue Reading
10 Ways Our Big Family Saves Money
No matter what your family size, many of us today are trying to save money, cut back our spending, and live on a budget. Here are some ways that our family of (almost) 9, saves a penny (or more): 1. Shop at a wholesale club. I do a majority of my grocery shopping at ourContinue Reading
Spelling Her Name
Last year, the first thing I tackled with my then preschooler was how to spell her name. She knew some of the letters in her name and would sign her little masterpieces with a few of the letters from her name, in random order. So, I gathered up as many alphabet manipulatives that I couldContinue Reading
Half Way!!
I’m linking up to my own link-up (heehee). If you are expecting, you should check it out and link up too! How far along are you? HALF WAY! WOOHOO!! Best Moment this week? It’s a toss up between my ultrasound and my husband feeling the baby move for the first time! Both wereContinue Reading
Getting So Close (More House Progress)
Our house is almost done!! We close on August 27th! Less than 3 weeks until moving day! I can’t wait!! We have counter tops! We have carpet! We have wood floors! (I know, it’s dirty and in a closet, but the rest is all covered)
10 things I’d like to say to….
….. all the “well-meaning” family, friends, and strangers too. All moms of large families get them. The comments! And large is a relative term; so you may get them with 3 kids or 12 kids. It all depends. And I’m sure we all have the well-thought-of comebacks we are biting our tongue not to say.Continue Reading
3rd grade reading list
A couple days ago I posted our 5th grade reading list that my 5th grader will use for his independent reading time for the upcoming school year. Here is the list for my 3rd grader (in no particular order): Stuart Little by E.B. White The Cabin Faced West by Jean Fritz Tornado by BetsyContinue Reading
