DIY projects, thrifty home decor and easy crafts
If you’ve read my blog for very long or stayed around to look at our DIY projects or family favorite recipes you probably know I like to save money wherever and whenever I can. I learned how to be frugal from my mom. We didn’t have much money growing up, but I never really knew how hard it was. I just… Read More
I cannot even begin to tell you how much I love these pictures. They take me to my knees with gratitude for the gift and responsibility we were given when God called us to adoption. From a place of emptiness and loss, through the work of loving a wounded child and nurturing them back to wholeness, God has redeemed and… Read More
I have to admit that I was rushed getting this post, Laura Story “Blessings” together. I was even debating not sharing a Simple Gift Sunday post this weekend, but God reminded me of this song and my heart filled with such incredible gratitude. I found out I’d be filling in for our pastor’s wife (at least part of the time)… Read More
I started Marty’s Musings as a way of sharing our adoption story and connecting with other moms who were experiencing heartache in impossible situations. Over the last almost six years of sharing my heart with my readers I have written about my sisters death at the young age of 53; the struggles we faced with our oldest adopted daughter ; the… Read More
What do you do when you want to find a fun activity for your family? You buy a Groupon, of course! I purchased a buy one get one free groupon for the local corn maze in our area. Thinking I was being smart, I bought two deals which gave me four tickets. That was for us and our younger two…. Read More
I received a surprise email from someone who found my blog through one of the DIY/Crafty blogs I link up with each week. It was from an adult adoptee/former foster child. My heart immediately started beating faster and my thoughts raced. Imagine my surprise when the letter below came to my email address. I can only warn you to… Read More
1. Write for 5 minutes flat – no editing, no over thinking, no backtracking. 2. Link back here and invite others to join in. 3. And then absolutely, no ifs, ands or buts about it, you need to visit the person who linked up before you & encourage them in their comments. Seriously. That is, like, the rule. And the fun…. Read More
I am probably not your typical homeschooler. When I first began 18 years ago I was way more structured and rigid. I even got my daughter a little school desk for her to sit in. (And apparently, according to my husband, I made her call me Mrs. Walden. Neither she nor I remember that, thank goodness!) The desk lasted all… Read More
List #29: Blog Memories This blog of mine has evolved quite a bit from its early days in 2008. Here’s a list of posts that give insight into my crazy life! I’d love if you’d join me for a trip down memory lane! Very first blog post. I had no idea what I was getting into! Chick-Fil-A Cow Day #1…. Read More