The scene opens on a small town library, in a room with that familiar book smell, but a bit louder than the rest of the library. It is filled with young parents and their small children. We're sitting on the oversized carpeted steps that go around … [Read more...]
Friends :: The One with the Lone Ranger
The scene opens on a quaint coffeehouse called, "Central Perk," in New York City. Three girls and three guys are sitting on the worn rose colored sofa and a couple chairs. Oversized mugs of warm coffee occupy their hands as they joke, laugh, share, … [Read more...]
How to Survive Moving
Whew! The last couple of weeks around here have been a whirlwind! We moved! Nothing too outrageous-- literally only a few miles. The process itself is daunting no matter what distance you are moving. There's LOTS to think about-- so let's … [Read more...]
The Gratitude Jar
Hi there, friends!Are you so glad to have Fancy Little Things back in your inbox? (or reader...or facebook feed...or, or, or) I know I am! I cannot even begin to tell you how hard the powers that be worked to get us back up and running. I am so … [Read more...]
A Love-ly Little Decoration
I love those verses. Such a simple reminder that God's word is meant to be a part of our days, all day, every day.For that reason, I love decorating with scripture. It's a goal of mine to have scripture in every room of my house! There is … [Read more...]
Running on Grace Juice
Better than any V8 or power drink, lately, I've been running on Grace Juice.Yes, a daily, full-serving of Grace delivered fresh from the Source.How do I know this?Because the amount and magnitude of the tasks before me is beyond me.Because … [Read more...]
Kids in the Kitchen: 2 Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins
Hi friends!Can I be honest? I'm 37 weeks pregnant today and I'm sooooo over it! It is getting harder and harder to devote the energy my 4 year old needs, and Netflix is making more and more appearances in our day.We were in desperate need of an … [Read more...]
Why Take Out When You Can Make In?
Hi friends!I have a love/hate relationship with restaurants right now. I love dining out, even at the cheap places, but our budget just does not allow it right now. Sad face. However! I have tracked down some of the best copy cat recipes out there … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Bless the Teachers at Your Kids’ School
Last month, I shared Embracing Public School as a Christian Mom, and promised to follow up with some of the ways we have blessed the teachers and staff within at the elementary school where our children attend. All of these ideas were set-up in the … [Read more...]
Kids In The Kitchen: Mini Corn Dog FAIL!
Hey there friends! If you have spent any time in the kitchen, you know that recipe fails are inevitable. Sometimes your ingredients are no good, and sometimes a recipe just doesn't come together. It's part of the process. Well, we had a pretty epic … [Read more...]
