YES! It’s true! Charming Charlie hosts private parties and there is one coming up in August for you to join {if you’re in or around the Nashville area!} My friend and I are hosting it on August 21st from 6-8pm. The store closes at 6pm for the public but will be open for all attending…
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Grace & Blessings In The Everyday Alters Of Life
“Earth is so thick with divine possibility that it is a wonder we can walk anywhere without cracking our shins on altars.” Barbara Brown Taylor, An Altar in the World: A Geography of Faith So often, I wonder… what am I missing? When my nose is to the grindstone and my ankles are latched onto…
A Childs View of Heaven
Since losing our son in December, I have learned that everyone seems to have their own view of Heaven. I’ve heard tales of loved ones who seem to have nothing to do but float around playing harps in a place that is so beautiful, so lovely, so sterile. There’s the somewhat whimsical (though for a…
Choosing The Best For Your Family
As you prepare for your next school year I wanted to share a bit of wisdom with you. The wonderful thing about homeschooling is that we have so many options available to us. The downfall of homeschooling is that we have SO many options available to us! I have 4 grown children, ages 18-29, and…
Our Favorite Books & Resources
These resources I highly recommend for your Preschooler or Elementary aged child. You can preview my recommendations in the slideshow below and order them on Amazon by clicking on the image within the slideshow. {these are a work in progress. I’ll be adding to these very often} null photo credit: EvelynGiggles These books are favorites around…
Another Line-Up For You
It’s time for another round of guest posters! I’m excited to bring you more of the best of the best. photo credit: Xelcise These sweet friends will be sharing their hearts with you next week. So, here is next week’s line-up. Friday, July 15th: Bernice from Living The Balanced Life Monday, July 18th: Dana from…
Read & Share Devotional Book {giveaway}
The Read & Share Devotional book is the perfect devotional companion to the beloved and best-selling Read and Share Bible which helps parents teach their young children about God’s word! This book is by Gwen Ellis and is a must have in your family library. It’s perfect for children ages 3-7. We received this book…
Books Make Me Happy: My First Reading Log
My mother in law gave this to my son in his stocking this past Christmas. I have been blessed with an avid reader who is 5 years old. But he isn’t into handwriting or writing out assignments. {I know most of that is his age} But I wanted to start early in teaching him that…

