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Minot Monday | A Guide to The Thrift Scene
Happy Minot Monday! Today we are going to talk about Minot's thriving thrift scene. Grab your coffee and bookmark this page for future reference. I've created this Guide to Minot Thrift Stores just for you. I'll be giving you all my opinions on the best places to...
Acorn House | The Before Tour
Well everybody. Today is the day. I'm bringing you a "Before Tour" of Acorn house. Yes, you read it right. I've named my house. Henceforth we'll be calling it Acorn House. I thought it needed a name and the squirrel seems to be this house's guardian. And nemesis....
27+ things going on in Minot this week | Minot Mondays
Here we are. Knee deep in a Practically Canadian fall. Leaves are falling faster than a broken thermostat in January...and I'm just looking around wondering how the heck this happened. Anyone else? With our move back to Minot I've gained some clarity about some things...
Why I’m Ok Living Out of a Suitcase | God Led Intentionality
Last night Derek and I were talking on the phone. Because that's what we do now. That, and FaceTime. But usually our FaceTime calls are a little distracting because someone (with adorable, chubby fingers) thinks he needs to hold the phone the whole time...then it...
The Big Move
We're in the red-hot center of a military move. I don't often write about military life. Partly because there is so much confidential--I don't want to write something that I shouldn't, or compromise the safety of our troops in any way. A bigger part is that I often...
Kind Intentions
Today I'm sharing some of the most impactful things I have learned while studying Ephesians 1. I'd love it if you told me what most affected you from this chapter! Season One I really like TV. I know I probably shouldn't say that. Because "good" Christians don't watch...
DIY Busy Board
Today I'm excited to be sharing how to make a DIY busy board along with 50 busy board ideas! I really like making toys for kids. Before Gideon was born I had a little more disposable time and was able to make some super cool things for the little in my life. Now, I'm...
Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches
We have very few, true holiday traditions. Easter is always iffy since weather in the Dakotas is highly unpredictable. Somewhat frequent summer burn-bans make 4th of July sparklers hit and miss. Our Thanksgiving table is always set for company--but we never really...
We’re Moving…
Well, the time has come to make an announcement. And no. the announcement isn't that I'm pregnant. I find mom life much more enjoyable now that Gideon can eat solids, nap without screaming and sleep all night long. I'm not quite ready to shake up this scene just yet....
Ephesians: A Primer
Today I’m sharing an Intro to Ephesians. I’ve compiled background and cultural information that have helped me understand this Epistle.
Sweet Potato and Beet Chips
Homemade | Oven Baked |Sweet Potato and Beet Chips Today we've got a two for one. Two recipes. One easy to follow post. Homemade Sweet Potato and Beet Chips here we come! I loooove this recipe so I am super excited to share it with you! Recently I made a big ol batch...
Going in With Grace
It's January 21st. So technically we are already well in to 2019. Side note: every year when I type up that new digit I think...how did we get so far from the 90's??! On the outside I'm getting permanent creases in my forehead and more and more removed from all things...
Who Can Be Wise | Studying Proverbs
Let's talk about being wise. A couple weeks ago I told you about a study in Proverbs I've been leading locally. I shared the intro to Inductive Bible Study at that time too. And lemme tell you. I'm loving every minute of it. Seriously, I'm finding it so fun! To me...
Gluten Free Dairy Free Chocolate Zucchini Bread | Elimination Dieting
In this post I'm sharing my recipe for Chocolate Zucchini Bread. It's gluten free and dairy free. But you can also make it using traditional baking flour. If you'd like to read about my adventures in elimination dieting read on. If not, just scroll to the bottom. When...
A Beginner’s Guide to Inductive Bible Study
A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO INDUCTIVE BIBLE STUDY This is a long one. Want the audio version instead? Click Here. I've recently started leading a Bible study. Which you all know I love. We are using the curriculum Savvy from Precepts. It's written...
