Book, history, Review

Italian Ballerina ~ Book Review

The Italian Ballerina by Kristy Cambron gives a rare look into the Nazi occupation of Rome and the fake Syndrome K of WW2 . Based on actual historical events it leaves you wanting to go back in history to reread events you may have missed. She gives the reader a wonderful story of the beauty… Continue reading Italian Ballerina ~ Book Review

American Girl Doll, homeschooling

Tea in Paris

Grace Thomas Tea Party complete with macarons the girls made and ofcourse our passport to Paris and travel luggage for their dolls filled with strawberry pretzels.. yumm! Tea Party day is my fav❤️

Book, reading, Review

Currently Reading

Here’s what I am currently reading so be watching for reviews.. I already posted the Lady Unrivaled..so good! . What are you reading? I gather most of my must read books from others recommendation so I would love to hear what you are loving right now. Post in comments❤️

American Girl Doll, california, Disneyland, family adventures, Review, travel

American Girl Doll Store ~Los Angeles ~Review

American girl just released their Disney Doll Collection and it was perfect timing with our trip to Disneyland. We knew we needed to plan a detour here to not only visit the flagship store but also to treat our little to some Disney Magic for her doll . She loved it all! After checking out… Continue reading American Girl Doll Store ~Los Angeles ~Review

Disneyland, family adventures, Gathered thoughts

Teacups at Disneyland

“Take some more tea,” the March Hare said to Alice, very earnestly.“I’ve had nothing yet,” Alice replied in an offended tone: “so I ca’n’t take more.”“You mean you ca’n’t take less,” said the Hatter: “It’s very easy to take more than nothing.”.One of the best rides…ever!

coffee, pnw, Review

Fika at Farm 12

Fika at Farm 12 is a fun experience. The building and property are beautiful. Trendy and inviting. You will often have a line extending out the front door with those waiting to order their fav coffee and treat. The prices are comparable to the main chain coffee shops with an exception.. the profits go to… Continue reading Fika at Farm 12

Family activity, gardening, homemaking, homesteading, library

Just in time for Spring… A Seed Library

Have you ever seen a Seed Library? We were so excited to see this when we popped into a library . What a wonderful treat!!.We were able to pick several seeds to plant and it helped to minimize our cost in buying seeds..Plus it gave the littles an opportunity to pick things that we would… Continue reading Just in time for Spring… A Seed Library

Affiliate, faith, Gathered thoughts, Review

Adjust your Crown

Anyone else have those days where you need to be reminded that you are a daughter of the King? . We are in the home stretch of the school year coming to a close, but there is still so much to do. This year a little harder then most with our oldest graduating. So much… Continue reading Adjust your Crown

Family activity, family adventures, Goals, pnw

Family Adventure ~ Little Si

We were up early to try to beat the crowds and were so thankful when we pulled in a little after 8am and there was still parking! Yay! Praise God! The trail starts steep but then levels out for a bit where you almost think ,”where is the elevation gain? “ Oh no worries ..… Continue reading Family Adventure ~ Little Si