Great American Campout 2026 & Scorpion Hunt Hike

Feature photo by my oldest son, age 16. We had a fun opportunity to join a group campout for the Great American Campout last weekend. It was fun to see old friends and make new ones. It was really windy but we managed to wrangle the tent up! There were fun ice breaker games, yard … Continue reading Great American Campout 2026 & Scorpion Hunt Hike

Favorite Things This Summer 2026

Teeny tiny single serve by Ben & Jerry Americone Dream - perfect for America’s 250 this year! 🇺🇸 front back After 8 years of nearly daily use, I replaced my worn out black & gray leopard print Coach purse when I found this brown leather purse by Wrangler found a delicious strawberry scented candle in … Continue reading Favorite Things This Summer 2026

Homeschool 8th Grade Graduation 2026

When our oldest son graduated from 8th grade we planned a special glamping trip to celebrate - Homeschool 8th Grade Graduation Celebration. Our middle daughter graduated from 8th grade this year so we planned another glamping trip with friends. Unfortunately, they came down with hand-foot-and-mouth disease right before the trip so they had to stay … Continue reading Homeschool 8th Grade Graduation 2026

Block of the Month – Farm Girl Vintage – June 2026

My daughter chose Fresh Pears Block on page 32 for June 2026. I accidentally assembled my leaves backwards. My friend Charla over at travelmeanslife.com assured me that this is how we can tell it wasn’t mass produced by machines in China! 😂 My mom assembled her leaves backwards on her 12 inch block and then … Continue reading Block of the Month – Farm Girl Vintage – June 2026