Tomorrow we pack up all 4 kids again and head out in the early morning to make the 3 hour drive back down to C's parents to finish up the list of stuff we didn't finish the last time we were there. This includes finishing the plumbing, moving our bee hive (which after tonight will … Continue reading On The Road Again
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Rainy Day Blues
I have been really sluggish lately. I'm not sure if it's the amount of rain and mold we have had the past two weeks, the stress of not having things with the house in order like we wanted to by now (waiting for the rain to stop so we can do an accurate perc test … Continue reading Rainy Day Blues
How not to potty train
I am sort of taking on the task of potty training our not-quite-2 year old daughter. It's not like I am thrilled in any way shape or form to be taking on this task right now. She is a handful, I love her to pieces, she is one of the loves of my life, but … Continue reading How not to potty train
How to raise children on a budget- my version
I have been coming across a lot of articles lately titled something like "raising a child on a budget" or something along those lines. So apparently this is a fairly hot topic right now. I do have to say that too many of the articles are written more from the perspective of someone who really … Continue reading How to raise children on a budget- my version
Money is no God to have
I am learning a lot about this journey as we strive closer to our goal. I find it amazing how this isn't just a piece of land, or a house, or a dream, it's a life choice that will not only change us but also hopefully change those around us. A lot has happened in … Continue reading Money is no God to have
Little Girl Dreams
It is so fun to watch kids dream. Kids dream without limitations. It's something that we somehow lose along the way as we grow up. I know a lot of my friends and family have watched me mess up throughout the years. Time and time again they have watched me do something with excitement only … Continue reading Little Girl Dreams
Important lessons we should be teaching our children
We hear this time and time again, "I want to give my kids the things that I didn't have". It's a great sentiment, especially for those who didn't grow up with much. I have been in both places. I have wanted for nothing and have had extra to spare and I have struggled to pay … Continue reading Important lessons we should be teaching our children