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Blessings, Tender Mercies, Mini-Miracles and Early March Thrift Haul: the Hand of God in My Life Lately, Early March 2026

Posted on March 10, 2026 by treeoflifemama

It’s been a few weeks since I shared the hand of God in my life lately. So here is a recap of the blessings, tender mercies and mini-miracles in my life since I last shared, in February, over here. (Then … Continue reading →

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Preview of RootsTech 2026: It Starts Tomorrow!

Posted on March 4, 2026 by treeoflifemama

RootsTech 2026 starts tomorrow, Thursday 3/5/26! I’m so excited! This is an annual personal tradition for me which fills up my bucket. I always learn a lot from the different classes about family history research and the latest technology available … Continue reading →

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Songs About Old Testament Stories by Shawna Edwards

Posted on March 1, 2026 by treeoflifemama

I mentioned these songs when blogging over a month ago but they deserve their own separate post. These songs by Shawna Belt Edwards about Old Testament stories are so marvelous! They teach, bring in the Holy Spirit, and are fun … Continue reading →

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Fun Friday: How to Have a Jane Austen-themed Girls’ Night Out Party, a Jane-ite Game Night!

Posted on February 27, 2026 by treeoflifemama

It’s a truth universally acknowledged that such happiness comes when good people gather together. And when they celebrate the works of the witty author Jane Austen by playing games based on her works, even more happiness abounds! Here’s how you … Continue reading →

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Teaching Children to Walk with God Using Bible Stories and Rocks

Posted on February 23, 2026 by treeoflifemama

Ooh this is so fun, especially for you naturally crunchy Christian moms who want to get your 1000 hours outside in 2026 plus instill a love of Bible stories in your children’s hearts. It’s Old Testament stories told with rock … Continue reading →

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Discussing Can You Catch a Cold?: Daniel Roytas with Dr. Kelly Brogan MD

Posted on February 17, 2026 by treeoflifemama

Is it true that you can catch a cold? Can you get sick by touching the body fluids of a sick person? Do germs in the body fluids case the sickness? Do things besides body fluids transmit germs? What scientific … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Lovely Things, Big and Little Miracles Lately, Including a Free Car! Plus a Valentine’s Weekend Recap

Posted on February 16, 2026 by treeoflifemama

In the spirit of Valentine’s Day this past weekend, I will share a combination of things I’ve been loving lately and some recent miracles. When I reflect on these blessings, gifts, and miracles I feel God’s hand in my life … Continue reading →

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Valentine Picture Books to Love and Enjoy

Posted on February 11, 2026 by treeoflifemama

Here are my top 10 Valentine’s Day picture books. These are books about friendship, love, and kindness, which are all themes for Valentine’s Day. The one above is my absolutely favorite because it shows a whole family celebrating Valentine’s Day … Continue reading →

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A New Song About Being a Child of the Covenant: for a Daily Family Tradition After Family Prayer

Posted on February 8, 2026 by treeoflifemama

A few weeks ago I discovered the story behind the image below. It involves Brazilian Olympic surfer Gabriel Medina, who scored a record 9.9 out of 10 surfing in the Olympics. Watch John Hilton III in the video below tell … Continue reading →

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Frugal Friday: Recap of December 2025 and January 2026 Thrift Hauls

Posted on February 6, 2026 by treeoflifemama

It’s not just the first, but the second Friday in February! Time keeps flying! In Utah, it’s the year of no winter. All of January felt like spring. It’s really weird. I feel like I’m back in southeastern AZ where … Continue reading →

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