Where new homemakers come to grow
We talk a lot about homemaking here at The Homemaker's Cottage, but we are obviously not the only blog that does. It is such a hot topic among Christian bloggers, and likely even non-Christian blogs too. It is often misunderstood, underappreciated, the cause of stress, and more. If we all say the word homemaking to the average person we will each hear varying responses about what they think it is and how they feel about it. Homemaking is ... read more
Here's the thing about relationships: no matter who the relationship is between, whether it's boyfriend-girlfriend, husband-wife, mom-daughter, nephew-niece, friend-friend, teacher-student, etc there is always room for sin to creep into the relationship and tear it apart. Far too often this happens and either people don't know or see the signs and it destroys them. I'm hoping today I can really talk to you in-depth about unhealthy relationships ... read more
Homemaking is a great way to serve our families! As new homemakers, we may find ourselves trying SO hard to keep our house clean, cook tasty and nutritious meals, and do whatever else we deem as necessary domestic duties. If we sit and rest or spend too much time on Facebook, we may find ourselves feeling really guilty that we are not hard at work, but honestly, we all need a break now and then. Hopefully, by now you have an understanding of ... read more
So I've talked about relationships in general, starting a relationship, and maintaining a relationship; today I want to talk about the mainly avoided topic of ending relationships. We all know that good friendships are great, and great friendships are even better, but what about when the friendship just isn't meant to be? Sometimes it's time to part ways and it's never easy. Here are some tips on making this awkward situation a little ... read more
Homemakers, by a show of hands, who here has had days they don't feel motivated to tend to their house? Maybe you work outside the home, and by the time you return, you are too worn out to even wash dishes. Or perhaps you've spent the better part of a day shuffling the kids from one activity to the next, and when you get home all you want is a nap. Are you like me, a woman who doesn't work, yet still has days where she has no ... read more