Rest

The REST of the Story: Learning the Discipline of Intentional Rest

Two tiny bodies snuggle into their beds, quilts piled high and books piled higher. It’s our daily rest time- a day when sleep is not imperative, though encouraged. Each child chooses a few stack of their favourite books to look at during rest time. I say my usual line as I close Tiny Daughter’s door, “If… Read More The REST of the Story: Learning the Discipline of Intentional Rest

Giveaways

Introducing the “I Heart Handmade” Giveaway!

There is something very special about handmade items, isn’t there? Probably all of us have a handmade item (or more than one) that means a lot to us. I can’t think of a more ‘homey’ way to welcome our new subscribers than with a giveaway- of handmade items! I’ve enjoyed putting this together so much…that… Read More Introducing the “I Heart Handmade” Giveaway!

Ministry, Pastor's Wife

20 Things Every Pastor’s Wife Wants You To Know About Her

Ministry is the hardest thing I’ve ever done. Yet, I am miserable without it. ~A Pastor’s Wife Pastors’ wives, may you be encouraged in your fishbowls. May you swim freely and hope continually as you embrace marriage to a pastor and a life of grace. When others peer into your fish bowls, may they see… Read More 20 Things Every Pastor’s Wife Wants You To Know About Her

Five Minute Friday, Marriage

Ordinary Becomes Heavenly (Five Minute Friday and a happy announcement!)

Ordinary can be so mundane. But for those of us who look to God for strength and meaning in an otherwise meaningless life, we have the opportunity to daily see the ordinary become heavenly. One peek into God’s love letter to us, and an ordinary morning sparks an ocean of joy into the inmost parts… Read More Ordinary Becomes Heavenly (Five Minute Friday and a happy announcement!)

Character Development, Life Lessons

The Hidden Treasures of Trials

There it was in all of its beauty. Deafening- All other sounds surrendered. Thousands of gallons of water- thundering, cascading, crashing over a massive rock wall and filling the river. Not just water- it was fresh spring water of the purest kind, and in abundance.  My mind went back over the 1 hour long hike we… Read More The Hidden Treasures of Trials