I foolishly thought things would slow down after Eve and Patrick’s wedding. Instead we find ourselves involved in just as much as before. It has all been good and wonderful! Our nephew got married two weeks ago in Reno. It was fun to see the newlyweds who came down for the second of the cousins […]
Archives for May 2015
Inexpensive Summer Activities to do with the Whole Family
Another great guest post today for the Establish a House series! Please welcome George from Educational Kids Games. ‘Fun summer activities for kids’ usually translates to ‘what moms can do with their kids to keep from going crazy during the summer break’. Most of the time, there isn’t place for a second parent in these activities (though, […]
It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God
In the stillness of morning the sun peaks out behind misty mountain tops. Its rays reach out to bathe my room in golden beams of light. The glow is ever so subtle at first; shimmering flecks emerging from darkness dancing all about me. My eyelids flutter open sensing the change as a whispered thought nudges […]
Eve & Patrick’s Wedding Reception
I’ve received a few e-mails asking me to share about the newlyweds’ receptions. To tell you the truth I wasn’t going to share because I really didn’t get any pictures! We were so busy setting up and standing in the receiving line that the only pictures I actually got of the reception was right before […]
Helping Picky Eaters to Eat more Variety
Shauna @ Our Times is guest posting today for the Establish a House series. I am so glad she was willing to tackle this subject and give us some tips she has used with her own children! Be sure to leave your own tips and suggestions in the comments. Hello friends! I am going […]
Spring Escapades
Spring is a bit wet this year which is good. Winter was so dry! Keeping the little boys out of the mud is nearly impossible. They are constantly on the move. Almost every picture I try to take of them is blurry. Also every pair of shoes they own – boots, tennis shoes, dress shoes […]
Preparing for a Newborn When You Have Other Kids Too
I have a question for you. I have 3 boys (5,3,1, and a new boy coming in August). I am wondering about your experience in having so many children, and what you do to prepare. I have had fairly clear ideas to focus on as I’ve prepared for the births and lives of my other […]
Mothers are Body Builders
Have you ever googled yourself? I decided to give it a go. Pretty sure after seeing the results that I am the only one with my name out there, at least in the United States and maybe the world. Not so with my maiden name. Really! I googled Montserrat Ventura and guess what? There are […]
Popular Baby Names of 2014
On Friday, the Social Security Administration released its list of top 10 baby names for 2014. Are your favorite baby names on the top ten list? Girls 1. Emma 2. Olivia 3. Sophia 4. Isabella 5. Ava 6. Mia 7. Emily 8. Abigail 9. Madison 10. Charlotte Boys 1. Noah 2. Liam 3. Mason 4. […]
Embarrassing Mom Moments
The other day, as we were sitting around the table eating lunch, the topic of conversation turned to “Remember when…” Does your family do that? The older girls were laughing at the fun memories of having a fort, pretending to do CPR on a block of wood, finding glass bottles in the antique cars at […]
Motherhood Printables
All week I’ll be sharing little things about mothers either things to print or do or just my thoughts on various aspects of motherhood. Today I have three motherhood printables you can download for yourself or to give to someone else. “The love of a true mother comes nearer being like the love of God than any […]
Our Souls Know Their Worth!
“None of us come to this earth to gain our worth; We brought it with us.” (Sheri L. Dew, No One Can Take Your Place, pg 21) From the time my children are born and on into adulthood we remind them that they are God’s children first before they are ours. As I rock my […]
Elder M Russell Ballard Speaks at 2015 BYU Women’s Conference
I’ve only been to BYU Women’s Conference once, when I was pregnant with Gideon. I LOVED every minute of it! I hope to be able to attend again sometime and take my older daughters with me. There are so many wonderful classes offered, service projects to do, and just an over all feeling of sisterhood […]