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Easter Resources for lessons and learning
The Easter season is upon us. Much of the décor of the day involves glittery eggs, baby chicks, bunnies in various dimensions, baskets, fake grass made out of paper or plastic and stuffed furry things in all the wrong colors. But, this holiday represents so much...
CRAFT: Lucky Love
Looking for a craft or something fun to give and share for St. Patrick's Day? Check out the postcard/card/gift tag I have listed in my Etsy store.
Postpartum body | your body after the baby
Oh sister, and I say sister because what follows is a BIG SISTER CHAT. If you are here just like a regular visit and one of my dad’s friends, you may want to skip this one….we are doing some girl talk. You just had a baby, now what? Wondering what happens after you...
MOMMY REPORT | 1 month
Well buddy, I cant believe we made it. In so many ways, it seems so long ago that I first held you at the hospital. I guess time is standing still. I know I just gave an update a couple weeks ago, but you have already changed so much. We have finally figured out...
packing your hospital bag to have a baby
Getting ready for a hospital stay when you are ready to deliver your baby is a little more complicated than just taking a couple of things or showing up to have a baby. I mean you could do that, but a little planning will help you be more comfortable and make your...
God’s Plan for the World
Have you ever thought about the journey of the people involved in your spiritual lineage? Just like the lineage of Jesus is listed out in Matthew 1, have you ever thought about how far back you could trace your spiritual lineage – the name of the person who told you about Jesus and the name of the person that told them, and the name of the person that told them.
MOMMY REPORT | 3 weeks
New mama checking in here – somewhat for the accountability, but mostly for the memory of the moment. I don’t promise any specific increment where I’ll always check in, but maybe I’ll keep on track and help us capture the new things you are doing as you grow and...
After Baby Tummy Butter
So, the last month of my pregnancy, my tummy stretched and stretched and stretched. Thankfully, it was stretching straight out and not wide out, but still I had a feeling there was a lot I couldn't see besides my feet and how to tie my shoes. My husband was...
Crockpot Gumbo
Our baby boy came a couple of weeks ago and I knew that would mean guests and visitors for at least a couple weeks. I just couldn't stand the thought of not having some meals ready for when people got here. Or, at least groceries ready for my mom or Mr. McKinney to...
Valentine’s Sayings
I like Valentine' Day. Not as much as Thanksgiving, but I love a day where we pause and celebrate love. We celebrate and focus on others. I'm thankful to have a special someone, but its not even just about that for me. I love getting to love on others. And, I hope some of these ideas will inspire you to do the same.
Morning Breakfast Sandwiches
This post is part of a month long series on "lighter fare" with the Arkansas Women Bloggers #FoodieFriday collection. Each week for the past year I've made these breakfast sandwiches for Mr. McKinney. I need a little variety in my food life, but he can eat the same...
Gift Giving Ideas
So, it might seem weird to offer a list of of gift ideas in January, but it is precisely the time our minds go blank after all the gifting we have done in December. So, I thought I'd save my list of favs and get your 2018 gifting off to a grand start! Before...
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