A few years ago as I prepared to have our family over for Thanksgiving dinner, I thought about the treasures I might set on the dinner table. Each one I perused sent me reminiscing about its origin. I was taken back to my childhood, my wedding day and friendships throughout the years. I decided then ... View Post
Dear Tired Mama, It’s Time to Relax and Enjoy Christmas
Dear Tired Mama, You've decked the halls and braved the malls. . .you've counted down with Bible verses and magical moments. . .you've planned and prepped and perhaps even packed the car with more stuff than anyone should need for 5 days with family a few states away. Maybe you still need to wrap ... View Post
Kids and the Christmas Story
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Family Devotion Podcast: Bloomtown Faith
It has been a dream of mine for some time now (and a regular request of our readers) to start a family devotion podcast. So I am thrilled to finally announce that the Bloomtown Faith Podcast will launch this Advent season with 24, 5 minute episodes you can listen to on the go! This seasonal podcast ... View Post