Author Archives: treeoflifemama

Yikes, I missed posting this yesterday. Day #3 for having a Christ-centered Christmas is about honoring Mary. I love the two suggested traditions: Make heart-shaped sugar cookies and think about what Mary pondered about in her heart. Make a keepsake … Continue reading →

  The story that Emily Freeman tells in the above video got me teary-eyed. Watch, enjoy, and I hope you follow the invitation! Come back tomorrow for Day #3.

  Whew! My shopping is pretty much done for the big day! Some years I make gifts but not this year! I’ve got a lot of gifts to wrap, a concert to attend tomorrow night that my husband is singing … Continue reading →

  This Christmas I am immersing myself in Christmas audiobooks that I’ve never heard before. In previous years, I’ve listened to The Christmas Chronicles and a few other stories like “The Mansion” by Henry Van Dyke. I might listen to … Continue reading →

  It happened again. I read this book two days ago to my little guy and got teary-eyed. I have read this book aloud every year for the past 8 years or so, every Christmas, and every year, I always … Continue reading →

  Have you ever wanted to use the cash envelope system? But it seems too cumbersome? This post is long, so if you are short on time, watch the video above and go here to learn more in a snapshot of … Continue reading →

Before I say goodbye to November, here are a few experiences I had last month where I felt the hand of God in my life. Listening to William Bradford’s book, History of Plimoth Plantation     and my friend Audrey’s … Continue reading →

  Remember when I posted about the festive Independence Day garland that I learned how to make here? I used the same directions but different colors for fall/Thanksgiving. I drape these on my hutches and above doorways. I love how … Continue reading →

My ebooks are on sale for Thanksgiving/Black Friday/Cyber Monday/ Giving Tuesday, and the Wednesday after! The ebook detailing how I lost 70 lbs in less than one year is here. It’s regularly $4.99, but is on sale for 99 cents. … Continue reading →

I love Thanksgiving time! I love the coziness and hygge-ness of it all. If you don’t know what “hygge” is, it’s pronounced “hoo-gah,” and you can learn more about it over here. If you want to really get into it, … Continue reading →