Today is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent ,a season in the Christian calendar that invites us into reflection, repentance, and remembering our need for God. I didn’t grow up observing Ash Wednesday. In fact, I never even heard much about it. But as I’ve grown older in my faith, I’ve come to deeply appreciate… Continue reading What Is Lament? Understanding Ash Wednesday and the Gift of Honest Prayer
Snowshoeing at Crystal Mountain was quite the adventure for our family. We arrived early and found parking in the lot where the snowshoe routes start which was a huge blessing! We geared up and then headed toward the Bullion Basin snowshoe route. We decided to do the Blue Bell Loop since it was our first… Continue reading Snowshoeing Bullion Basin at Crystal Mountain: A Family Winter Adventure
Watching the 2026 Winter Olympics as a family? 🏔️ Grab this FREE printable event checklist with clear checkboxes for every sport — plus a homeschool tie-in page covering geography, science, history, math, and Italian culture. Perfect for: ✔️ Homeschool families ✔️ Family watch parties ✔️ Morning basket activities ✔️ Olympic unit studies 2026_Winter_Olympics_Full_Event_Checklist_Homeschool.pdfDownload
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Looking for the perfect post-hike stop in the Columbia River Gorge? Thunder Island Brewing Co in Cascade Locks offers Mountain View’s, craft beer brewed with adventure in mind, and a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Whether you’re coming off the trails near Bridge of the Gods or just exploring the Gorge with your kids, this spot is the ideal place to unwind, refuel, and take in those incredible river views.
If you’re ready to make the most of this beautiful season, download your Free Autumn Bucket List below! It’s a fun way to stay intentional and create memories that will last long after the leaves have fallen.
Ready for more fall fun in teaching? This is such a great way to teach sightwords . It’s hands on and easily works with any season …leaves for fall , trees for Christmas,etc. . Word games give children opportunities to practice their sight words and build mastery while also keeping them engaged and having fun.So… Continue reading Gathering Words Like Leaves: A Cozy Fall Approach to Sight Words
“Starting my morning with a fairy-tale kind of cozy ☕🍎”
