It's National South Dakota day! As the 40th state to join the Union, is it fair to say she is just a young pup? But don't let that fool you- there is a TON of stuff to do in South Dakota and some "must-see" stops to check out before the kids graduate! So which destinations… Continue reading Missing in South Dakota
Category: Our Family Adventures
Hearty Chicken Noodle Soup
Hearty Chicken Noodle Soup (Thick Broth) Each year we purchase chicks during our chick days, we almost always get a roster that squeezes in the ride to our home. And while we do let them roam and eat bugs time to time, there are really only so many roosters the girls will allow before they… Continue reading Hearty Chicken Noodle Soup
Off- Road Fun
Fresh air and fun! Brush thick sways over the front end and bright, morning light begins to flicker through the trees. Slowly, bump after bump; each rut became rhythmic, climbing uphill and down again. Followed by irony red clay puddles, the dark black sides washed shiny crimson. Vision through the dense thick forest was minimal.… Continue reading Off- Road Fun
Hiking With Kids: 3 Tips For An Amazing Summer Trip
With summer half way over, the trails nice and clean, and school just around the corner; it's time to plan that beautiful hike with the kids! Lifelong memories of summer trips happen with thoughtful planning and these 3 Great Tips for An amazing Summer Trip! 1. Lead By Example Whether this is your first hike… Continue reading Hiking With Kids: 3 Tips For An Amazing Summer Trip
Paddling Thunder
Beautiful, sunny skies and warm lake breezes extend summer fun in nature. Misty mornings, lifting fog, gorgeous trees, flowers in bloom, croaking frogs and the lonesome sound of a loon calling in the distance encourages haste to unload our gear and get on the lake. Awaiting armies of mosquitos help too! Thankful for the extra… Continue reading Paddling Thunder
Our Homestead: Summer Bumps
In the midst of this crazy hot mess, called life, the daily moments worth cherishing cling ever so close to my heart. With summer half over for the northern half of the US, it's a gentle reminder to hit the trails, paddle and get some extra fillets before winter or the 'hot spots' appear (AKA… Continue reading Our Homestead: Summer Bumps
Haven of Rest: 14 Refreshing Places for Pastor’s and their Families
Haven of Rest: 14 Refreshing Places for Pastor's and their Families Everyone knows ministry can be draining. While pouring into others, it is imperative to find time for pastors and their families to refresh. Many small havens of rest can be found throughout the world, but were are designed, created and donated specifically for the… Continue reading Haven of Rest: 14 Refreshing Places for Pastor’s and their Families
7 Family Friendly Festivals to Check Out in 2023
Family adventures are fun just about anywhere. However, when we gather to meet extended family and friends, it is so nice to meet at a medium distance, here are 7 Family Friendly Festivals (not in the mainstream) to check out in 2023 in the Upper Midwest. The best part is, we often only have a… Continue reading 7 Family Friendly Festivals to Check Out in 2023
Family Adventures
Family adventures are often said to be the glue that keep us happily cemented together, and striving for the Lord's work. There is a lot of truth to that. Instead of taking a ton of huge vacations, we find ourselves desiring to explore the woods and go for a paddle more than anything in our… Continue reading Family Adventures
13 Rules to Raising Teenage Boys
13 Rules to Follow When Raising Teenage Boys Christian Motherhood is a Gift! Raising children is no easy feat! Raising teenage boys has been a beautiful learning curve in my life! I thoroughly enjoy it and am privileged to be called mom by some amazing gentlemen! As each child was gifted from the Lord, I… Continue reading 13 Rules to Raising Teenage Boys