Baby Gwendolyn’s Birth Story

I guess it only takes 6 months to get the 6th child’s birth story written! Baby Gwendolyn’s birth was scary and traumatic, but also full of God’s power and love. There are things I never want to forget about that day and the day before. We saw God’s hand in so many ways and Gwendolyn […]

Perfect Rosemary Cheese Bites

I don’t know what makes these little rosemary cheese bites so addictive, but they totally are. Anytime I make a variation of this bread for guests, or take them to a party, they are G-O-N-E. I am quite sure they should be accountable for at least one inch on my waist. And the ways to […]

to the c-section mamas

Dear mama who had a c-section, I feel you. I know the burning questions you have of “wasn’t my body made for giving birth?” and “will I bond with my baby the same way as if I’d had a natural birth?” To answer the first question, yes, a woman’s body is made to give birth […]

Honey Basil Lime Grilled Ribs

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MyKCMasterpiece#CollectiveBias One of my very favorite parts of summer is all the grilling we do. First reason I love it: The food is amazing. Second reason: it doesn’t heat up the kitchen. Third reason: hubby does most of […]

Domino Tree: Christmas Crafts

Who’s got tons of scrapbooking supplies lying around (unused)? I do, I do! I used some of said supplies to create some fun Christmas crafts. This was one of my favorites-  a domino Christmas tree! This craft is super easy and budget friendly! You embellish the dominoes like this: Cut your strips of paper to […]

Bourbon Maple Sweet Potato Recipe

A few weeks ago, hubby and I made good use of a Groupon to one of our favorite Houston restaurants- Sanbuca. It’s fun because they have really good live music (usually jazz) and delicious food, so it’s like dinner and a movie (only music) in one. And when they have a Groupon, well, it can’t […]

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