It’s September 11. May we never forget… Often we say “I’ll never forget where I was that day.” But what if we never forgot what it was like to feel empathy and devastation for others we don’t even know? What if we decided to never forget the way our chests felt hollow as we watchedContinue reading “Thoughts on Political Violence”
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Pumpkin Children’s Art
Today, as UT football season starts, all of the greater Knoxville area celebrates the unofficial first day of fall. When it’s football time in Tennessee, it’s also autumn – at least to all of us in the 865. So, in honor of this season, I spent some time with my youngest doing a pumpkin craftContinue reading “Pumpkin Children’s Art”
Pom-Pom Painting at Home
I had a sweet artsy afternoon with my littles today. These Toy Story loving boys enjoyed painting Rex at the kitchen table together. Our two-year-old (three in November) is OBSESSED with Toy Story and all things Pixar. He lovingly calls Rex the “Darry-dar” (dinosaur). So this particular selection of painting project was easy as couldContinue reading “Pom-Pom Painting at Home”
Chocolate Chip Cookies
It’s another cake mix cookie recipe! I realize that I have shared a lot of these, but never the straight-up classic: chocolate chip cookies! This blog post is short and definitely sweet, as is the recipe. So let’s get straight to the point! Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. In a bowl, mix: BallContinue reading “Chocolate Chip Cookies “
Meal Planning Guide Released!
I have some exciting news… I’ve been working on a little secret, and it’s ready to be shared: I have created, edited, and published a meal planning guide on Amazon! The process of creating this was SO fun, and it’s one of the most practical things I’ve done for my own family. This wasn’t justContinue reading “Meal Planning Guide Released! “
Lime Poke Cake
It’s Cinco De Mayo! We’re having dinner with my in-laws tonight, and I volunteered to make dessert. I love love love this easy-peasy poke cake – and lime is the perfect flavor for a fiesta celebration! (It’s also perfect for the coming summer months, as it’s super refreshing.) Here’s what you need. Start by bakingContinue reading “Lime Poke Cake “
Cost-Effective Gender Reveal Gift for Baby
Someone close to me is expecting, and they had a small gender reveal with their closest community. There wasn’t a formal printed invite for the reveal or any expectation for guests to bring something – it was just a small, in-home gathering to share the gender of baby-to-be. However, I wanted to show some supportContinue reading “Cost-Effective Gender Reveal Gift for Baby “
Garden Produce Markers
I won’t pretend to be a professional gardener, or even a hobbyist, really. But each year we’ve been at this house, we’ve tried our hand at some garden produce to see what grows for us. This year, we are limiting mostly to the things we have had previous success with. And, because I was cravingContinue reading “Garden Produce Markers”
WWJD: Biblical Perspectives on How to Treat Others
This is a different kind of blog post… Admittedly, I don’t have a lot of perspective to offer – just scripture to share. I have been praying over and reading these passages lately. They have popped up in conversations and situations, and it hasn’t felt coincidental. In the midst of divided communities and difficult situations,Continue reading “WWJD: Biblical Perspectives on How to Treat Others”
Valentine’s Day Teacher Gift Idea
It’s ONE night till Valentine’s Day! If you are scrambling for a last minute teacher gift or childcare gift, I have a cutie patootie idea for you. At Walmart, grab one of these $1-2 Hershey coated candy tubes with the heart on top. The heart is the tie-in to the cute saying on the tag,Continue reading “Valentine’s Day Teacher Gift Idea “
Kate with a Twang 