By reliving some of your favorite aspects of Christmases past, making time to have fun, intentionally leaving yourself some breathing room, enjoying Christmas lights and music, and turning your focus to Christ, you can make Christmas feel like Christmas again.
Concerned that company is coming soon but you don’t feel prepared? Take a deep breath. Before you welcome holiday guests, simply answer these questions, download this hosting checklist, and you’ll be ready to welcome your guests soon. Basics 1. When are your guests arriving? 2….
Want to add some good books to your reading list? Here are 12 books to read this year! Every January I resolve to read more books in the new year. Inspired by some bloggers and friends who vow to read at least 50 books a…
Own this new year. Instead of just surviving, this can be your year to thrive! Here’s how to do it. One word. For the past several years, I’ve started each new year with one word as my focus. It’s been a fantastic way to set…
Wondering what to buy other home loving friends? You’ll love these 20 amazing gift ideas for haven creators! As you’re creating a haven this year, it’s a great opportunity to help others create havens, too. You can do this by sharing recipes, decorating ideas ……
This year, avoid a hectic holiday season and intentionally choose to create a Christ-centered Christmas. The Advent season is finally here! But have you felt the pull away from a focus on Christ? I’ve noticed it, from the wrapping paper in stores in October, to…
Create a haven this Christmas as a gift for yourself … and your loved ones. Right now, you might be hearing “We need a little Christmas” on the radio ten times a day. But what you really need is a haven to escape from Christmas…
Are you the mom of young children? You’ll love these 8 ways to make Christmas special with babies and toddlers! Mama of littles, everyday life is hard, isn’t it? Your sweet little children, the ones you’ve hoped, prayed, and waited for, are so … full…
Looking for a festive and frugal Christmas decorating strategy? Here’s a super simple secret that will look great in your home! Have you ever stopped to notice exactly how beautiful everything looks at Christmas time? Lights transform ordinary nighttime sights into something magical. Bright colors…
Planning to host holiday gatherings this year? The process doesn’t have to be tricky. Here are 6 easy ways to simplify hosting. Whether or not you’re a planner, it’s beginning to look a lot like the holiday season! Thanksgiving is two weeks away. Christmas is…
Looking for the perfect sugar cookie recipe? Look no further than these best-ever soft and chewy sugar cookies! Wish you had a sugar cookie recipe that was SO delicious people craved them? I have just what you’re looking for! Every December, I pull out my…
If you know you need to take the stress out of your holidays, you’ll love this simple timeline! Just follow it … and enjoy an easier holiday season! Starting to stress at the thought of the upcoming holidays? This time of year I always feel…