I kind of wish this was a mama bear block instead of a mama hen block because that’s just how my life has been going lately. Nevertheless, I’m happy with how my block turned out. The blue wing is made from my ex-favorite pair of shorts that I ruined by tearing hole in the seat … Continue reading Mama Hen – Block of the Month – Farm Girl Vintage
Reading Magic
“Reading Magic: Why Reading Aloud to Our Children Will Change Their Lives Forever” by Mem Fox Book #2 for 2026 If you’ve been following me for awhile, you already know that I’m a big proponent of reading aloud. We read/listen to books about 5 nights per week and on most of our road trips we … Continue reading Reading Magic
An Unhurried Life
“An Unhurried Life: Following Jesus’ Rhythms of Work and Rest” by Alan Fadling I finally finished this book that I have been reading since this past summer. This is book #1 for 2026 (my goal is 12 books for 2026, one book each month - not counting family read-aloud titles). I thought this book was … Continue reading An Unhurried Life
Favorite Winter Things
Hello friends! Happy winter season to you. I enjoy the cooler weather and snuggling up indoors with more books, movies, board games, baking and puzzles this time of year. Obviously, all of these activities pair nicely with a hot cup of tea. Here are some of my favorite things of the moment: Strawberry & Vanilla … Continue reading Favorite Winter Things
Pancakes with Cherries and Dark Chocolate Chips
I found mini dark chocolate chips, fresh cherries, and cherry infused maple syrup at Grocery Outlet (a discount food store) last week.