Where new homemakers come to grow
The end of summer often feels like a race to finish everything, from vacations to school prep. But when those warm days start to give way to crisp autumn air, it’s a gentle reminder: every season offers a fresh start. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the “to-dos,” take heart, you have the power to reset your pace and your homemaking. What Grace in Homemaking Really Means One of the big things with being able to slow down and reset ... read more
As I scrolled through Instagram looking at the Pinterest-worthy moms, I looked up to see my laundry begging to be folded, dishes crying to be cleaned, the kids wrestling, and somehow the baby was winning. I wondered how in the world can I do it all? As I've talked about time and time again on the blog, we're not meant to be Patty Pinterests, and our homes aren't supposed to be spotless 24/7. So if you're like me, and wondering how in the world ... read more
You walk through your home (which you've cleaned three times today), and somehow there's still mail piled on the table, your husband's hat and coffee mug are on the counter... again... the dishes are piled in the sink, and you're still tripping over toys. You're overwhelmed, exhausted, and you just crave that feeling of a clean house with a candle lit. But how do you get there amidst the mess? Having true peace isn't about a spotless house ... read more
Grace, Growth, and Baby Drool Welcome, dear friend! How good it is to have you back at the blog. It feels like a breath of fresh air to be writing to you again—like reconnecting with a pen pal I’ve lost touch with. But boy howdy, has life been busy. Since I last posted, I’ve welcomed another sweet baby! A little girl this time, and she is full of energy. She’s currently eight months old and teething like crazy! And we can’t forget my sweet ... read more
One of the ways that we set the tone in the home is through our attitude. The Bible says: It is better to dwell in the wilderness, than with a contentious and an angry woman. -Proverbs 21:19 It also says: A continual dripping on a rainy day and a quarrelsome wife are alike. -Proverbs 27:15 With today's standards on women, many women are more inclined to expect housework from their husbands and constantly complain about the work ... read more