How I Became A Human Vending Machine


Family

It seems that the store snack solution has slowly made me into a real-life human vending machine. For the payment of quiet, happy children, I fork over snacks while I get my workout pushing a cart loaded with 3 children and all our stuff at record speed.

May 31, 2017

25 DO’s and DON’Ts for Travel With Small Children


Family

Through trial and error, we’ve learned some lessons about flying and traveling with small children. Last year I shared a travel experience which included a public temper tantrum. Thankfully, not all trips include meltdowns. Travel is getting easier because the kids are older and because we’ve learned some lessons. In October we went to Maine for our nephew’s wedding. We took a direct flight […]

November 19, 2015

10 Simple Tips to Help Out-of-Town Guests Feel ‘At Home’ in Your Home


Joyful hosting

In recent years, we have been blessed to have out-of-town guests. We love the chance to catch up, show them around the city, or to host celebrations. Our family has also been guests of many thoughtful and gracious hosts. Whether your guests are family or friends, here are 10 simple ways you can help them feel ‘at home’ in your home […]

August 18, 2014