Our Adoption Profile Book and Video
Hey everyone! I wanted to share today how excited I am to finally have our adoption profile books, video and web profile completed! In case …
What to Expect During an Adoption Home Study
The Adoption Home Study By the time our actual home study phase started, we had already submitted the preliminary application and gone …
Visit Detroit for NAIAS 2017
Hey, friends! The week that the North American International Auto Show comes to Detroit is a busy, but exciting time to visit. I love seeing …
Christmas Decor Organization
This post was sponsored by Treetopia and contains affiliate links for your convenience. Packing up the Christmas decorations has got to be …
Beautiful Kitchen Remodel on a Budget
Today, I want to share a gorgeous kitchen remodel from my brother-in-law, Jon! This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. When …
The 2017 Detroit Auto Show (Giveaway!)
I’m so excited to be teaming up with She Buys Cars and a group of local bloggers to cover the North American International Auto Show …
Is it Wrong to Fundraise for an Adoption?
Is it wrong to ask for money to fund an adoption? Many of you are shaking your heads in agreement. Others will wholeheartedly disagree. Many …
The Ultimate Guide to Planning Your Disney Vacation
I have written A LOT over the years on our experiences at Disney World, and yet, there is so much more I could write about! I’m …
A Simple, Festive Christmas Table for a Large Group
Last week, we hosted the annual leadership team Christmas party at our church. We always have a large group, but love keeping everyone …
Adoption Update: Counting the Cost
Hey, friends! I wanted to write a different kind of post today. I’ve shared in the past about our heart’s desire to adopt, the …
Update: Sales at the Town Peddler
Hey everyone! I wanted to write a little about my experience so far at the Town Peddler – Craft and Antique Mall in Livonia. I stepped …
A Birthday Spa Party
Today I am sharing a free printable Spa party themed invitation. I’m also sharing how we put together this super fun, birthday spa …
My Christmas Trees Through the Years
Happy first day of December! I LOVE Christmas and I’m (unashamedly) an early Christmas decorator. I get started early every year …
Christmas Home Tour & Giveaway!
Welcome to my Christmas home tour I absolutely love this time of year and I LOVE getting together with my best blogging friends to tour …
A Slim Christmas Tree for a Small Space
This post was sponsored by Treetopia. I received a tree from Treetopia in exchange for my involvement in their “Christmas in all …
Spread the Joy $400 Cash Giveaway
We all know everyone could use a little extra cheer this particular holiday season. With all the hatred and negative words being thrown …
Gift Guides for the DIYer
Hey, friends! I’ve put together a fun series of holiday gift guides and today I’m sharing some of my all-time favorite tools, …
Easy Zuppa Toscana Recipe
We’re under a Winter snow advisory here in Michigan, so I pulled this recipe out of the archives and we’re staying cozy inside …
A Tale of Three Trees
This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. A Tale of Three Trees Printable A few years ago, my mom used a “Tale of Three …
Styling a Christmas Shelfie
These bookcases from IKEA have become one of my favorite focal points to decorate for the season. #shelfie!! Today, I thought I’d …
Adoption Update: Starting Our Home Study!
I’ve had so many people asking over the past few weeks about the status of our adoption, and I feel like I’ve been saying the …
A PSA about Minecraft and Internet Safety
Hey everyone! I don’t normally rant about stuff, but today, my news feed has been buzzing with shocked and horrified parents learning …
“Witches and Wonders” Halloween Blog Hop
This post was sponsored by Treetopia – I received this beautiful lavender tree from them for my honest opinion and involvement in …
Homeschool Days at Legoland and Sea Life Michigan
Last month, our family took advantage of the awesome ($10/person!!!) “homeschool day” prices available to homeschoolers at the …