Where the Heart Lives Novel Series Gives Mom a Christian Escape: Give Away!
I was recently given a copy of each of the first 2 books in the Where the Heart Lives novel series by Robin Lee Hatcher. They're great! I really enjoyed reading them. Because there is just SO much on the ol' todo list around here, I rarely spend time reading novels....
Win a Trip of a Lifetime to Peru from Garnet Hill and Heifer International
Heads-up from Heifer International, the charity that helps people by providing them with the means of growing food instead of just handing out food. Trip for Two Includes Visit to Heifer’s Alpaca Projects Near Cuzco Life Changing Chance to Live and Learn for Seven...
1,2, & Sometimes 3: Illustrated Book of Children’s Poetry Entertains and Teaches
I was contacted a while back by Luke Nolan, one of the creators of the terrific children's poetry book titled 1, 2, & Sometimes 3. The book was written by Luke and Benjamin Nolan, and illustrated by Theodore Adams. Here's what the authors have to say about the...
7 Tips for Teaching Children Pool Safety
I love my kids, and want them to have a lot of fun at our family swimming pool. But bless them, they sometimes just don’t pay attention to dear old Mom when it comes to the safety. They just want to go splash and play. So I’ve had to be creative at times to get my...
Parents Need to Protect Their Health: Thyroid Check
So, January was Thyroid Awareness Month. Were you aware of that? I was, because I got to interview some smart people about thyroid health and learned quite a bit. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the front base of your neck. This little gland...
How Do You Spell Apathy?
On a popular social media site I found a post from a good friend, describing her night out at a favorite restaurant. The first comment she received from someone said - and I’m reporting it exactly as I saw it - “Where you really their? We we’re their to!” Yikes!...
A New Kind of Scouting for Kids
I'm a HUGE fan of the Boy Scouts; my boys have been involved for years and I expect to have 4 Eagle Scouts in the family in the next 5 or 6 years. That said, there is a new kind of scout opportunity available to kids and it's called Hacker Scouting. No, we're not...
7 Ways Parents Can Keep the Romance Alive
Regardless of if you have been married for just one year or you are celebrating your Golden Wedding anniversary, it is crucial to keep romance alive in your relationship. Romance is the main ingredient that adds sparkle not just to your relationship, but to your life....
We’re Linking Up Give Aways for Monday
Good Monday, heroes! Once again, we're linking up blog giveaways. If you are hosting one, share it here. And of course please check out the other giveaways listed. Featured this week on Earnest Parenting is the VeggieTales Lettuce Love One Another DVD giveaway....
Serious Fun Network Helps Sick Kids
More than two decades ago, the actor Paul Newman founded a very special camp for kids with serious illnesses. His vision was a place where the joy of playing and laughing had a profound impact allowing children to reach beyond their illnesses and discover strength,...