Memorial Day: Honoring Fallen Heroes and All Who Have Sacrificed So Much.
Memorial Day and Veterans Day have a very special place in my heart. I believe those that fight for us and have…
Fern Care: How to Keep Ferns Healthy and Green
Fern care can be tricky. Have you ever watched in dismay as a beautiful, fluffy green fern turned yellow? I have, and…
Sibling Rivalry: How to Combat It
How do you combat sibling rivalry? BE A TEAM! It sounds ridiculously simple, but this solution can be challenging. Looking for ways…
Lots of Living!
I hope all of you had a fantastic Father’s Day! It was good for us. We pretty much worked all weekend but…
Taking the Time to Serve Family is What We Need Right Now
Just so you know, I have been thinking of writing this blog for the past couple of days. It’s Wednesday now,…
Worry Won’t Help Us, But Preparation Will
Many of us have had a lot of changes during the past few weeks because of the coronavirus. I know my family…
Parents: Stay Hopeful and Turn Struggle into Strength!
As a parent, it may be years before we ever see the fruit of our labor…but when we finally do see the…
Fried Chicken and Rosé—Recap from Our Anniversary Trip!
I thought I’d tell you all about my Valentine’s Day this year, because it was quite eventful. I managed to travel across…
Knowing My Purpose While Dealing with the 2020 Flu
The flu has taken over my life for the past few weeks. This is not just any flu—I’ve never seen any flu…
Goodbye 2019–Let’s Make a Plan for the New Year!
We made it to the New Year everyone! Wow, 2020. Can you believe it? For the most part, I always look forward…
Perfect Christmas Gift Ideas for the Special Man in Your Life
If you are like me, you’re on the downhill stretch of Christmas shopping season and counting down the days until you can…
Outdoor Party with all the Kids’ Friends
I don’t know about you, but Thanksgiving has snuck up on me like a black cat in an alleyway! I’m not exactly…
Using Colors to Create Cohesive Interior Design
If you’ve ever seen pictures of my city house, one thing you will notice is that there is a lot of color….
15 Minutes That Will Change Your Life
15 minutes that will change your life may seem a drastic title, but it really does change your mindset, which in turn…
Ten Essential Tips for Creating a Restful Bedroom
Everyone’s bedroom is different. When the rest of your house succumbs to daily chaos, having a bedroom sanctuary to escape to comes…
Working Hard and Playing Hard in my Western Chief Boots!
This post is sponsored by Western Chief, a family footwear retailer. You can visit their website here. I partnered with Western Chief…
Family Ties That Last: Building New Memories at the Purple Door House
I’ve been thinking a lot about my goals for the Purple Door house. Throughout the renovation process, I am making decisions that…
Your Home is Your Canvas: How I Found My Personal Style
Things have started getting pretty hot and heavy at The Purple Door! We’ve been knee-deep in some of the home renovations for…
How to Stock Your Home Away from Home
Whether you are renting a beach condo, a mountain lodge, or just want to stay out of the grocery store a while,…
Stacy Lyn’s Top 10 Kitchen Tools—Great for Christmas Gift Ideas!
Disclosure: If you purchase any products using the links below, I may be compensated (at no extra cost to you). The act…
Tips for a Less-Stress Holiday
Now that the holidays are basically almost here, I thought I’d post an article I’ve been meaning to write for a while…
Goodbye to the Old Cabin
This past summer, our family said goodbye to our log cabin. It was a bittersweet moment. We bought a new piece of…
Having a Blast at the Homesteaders Conference
I had been looking forward to speaking at the Homesteaders of America Conference ever since my good friend Amy Fewell first reached…