When I became a mom, I had no idea how hard it would be to come up with birthday and Christmas gift ideas for my kids. Â At times I struggle trying to think of what my husband and I want to give them, let alone a whole wish list to hand out to grandparents, aunts,…
Today’s guest post and giveaway comes from my real life friend, Sarah. Â Sarah runs an amazing home decor blog called Church Street Designs. Â She has a knack for decorating that I simply do not have. Â Sarah also sells hand painted signs in her Church Street Designs etsy shop. Â It is a privilege to have her…
Welcome to Frugal Photo Friday!  This month I am partnering with Crystal, from Money Saving Mom.  Each Friday we are sharing pictures of simple ways that we save money.  This week I’m sharing how having a “gift box” saves money. Hidden away in a closet is this fabulous box of fun.  It is a collection of items just waiting…
This post contains affiliate links. Chocolate bunnies and jelly beans are great, but the reason we celebrate Easter in my house is because of Jesus! Â If you are looking for something with a religious theme to add to your Easter baskets along with the peeps, this is the post for you. 10 Religious Easter…
One of my favorite wedding gifts that Nate and I received was a simple journal.  The enclosed card included instructions for how to use the journal: take turns writing each other a love letter. Nate and I started out writing back and forth to each other quickly.  It was fun to scribble a one page letter of…
Valentine’s day is traditionally when we express our love, but why limit ourselves?  Today I’m sharing a love-filled gift that is perfect for anytime of year. For my husband’s 30th birthday, I surprised him with a box of love letters written by 71 of his friends and family. I couldn’t think of a better way…