Friday links

It's the weekend everyone! I could not be happier! It was also our last day of homeschool today and I am one happy mother! Woohoo! A break from the normal is so needed in this home. Here's to summer and not having to school for a while! 

Here is what I came across this week:

Found this helpful as someone who wants to become a writer. It's my dream!

I could not have made a better list myself! I think she totally nails what makes a great marriage.

There is so much cruelty from Christians on the internet in regards to the whole topic of transgenderism. I found this article to be very compassionate and helpful in terms of how Christians are supposed to respond to the topic.

Jess reminds us to focus on the right things in our parenting.

I don't know about you, but I struggle with doubt from time to time. I don't ever doubt God's existence, but I do doubt Him and His promises and the things He chooses to do/not do. I found this article on the topic encouraging. 

Friday links

It's hard to believe that another week has gone by! I know in our house we are itching to be done with the school year and I think I can finally see light at the end of the tunnel! Our winter cabin fever melted away this week along with the snow... spring is finally here and we've been enjoying it to the fullest!

Here are the links I came across this week. Hope you enjoy or find inspiration like I did!

If you public school, this is probably not the article for you, but if you are thinking of homeschooling then you may find it helpful.

I thought this poem was beautiful, and a sweet, raw interpretation of exactly how marriage is.

This article cut me to the core. He totally hit the nail on the head in my opinion. I think I might need to write a post on this topic: how my parents' faith made me want to follow God.

Jess gives good advice on how to 'talk to yourself'. You can change the voice in your head from lies and negativity to truth.

This was an encouraging blog post to remind us we're not alone and we're going to be okay.

Happy weekend!

Friday links

Happy Friday!! 

I hope everyone had a lovely Easter, remembering the death and resurrection of Jesus! Because He lives we can face tomorrow... and honestly, I would not be able to get out of bed in the morning if I didn't have this hope living inside of me! So thankful for Him. 

Here are some links that I hope you'll enjoy or find inspiring!

Although I don't necessarily want my children roaming the neighbourhood, I thought this article was spot-on! I love how she calls out today's parenting.

I love what this lady has to say about how our emotions get so tied up with our parenting - and how that's a huge hindrance.

I thought this post gave some great tips on the prevention of sexual abuse. It's sad this conversation needs to be had, but there it is.

Let's "Mom-Up"!! Great encouragement from Kelly.

Helpful tips for choosing next year's curriculum. I agreed 100% with her list.

Made this quick and easy meal for my family this week and it was a major hit! Will definitely keep it in my arsenal of tried and true recipes.

Love this idea! It's a great way to support other moms in need. I especially love their Earring of the Month Club... I might have to put my birthday money towards this.

Happiest of weekends!

Friday links

Today on my calendar it says: First Day of Spring. I want to believe this with all my heart but when I look out my window, it tells a different story.

This is how my driveway looked as I left it this morning.

See those two wooden blocks to the right? Those?
Those are the newel posts of my front steps.

Well, here's hoping that things start to melt soon. Although at this point I cannot imagine where all that snow is going to go. It's pretty safe to say that I am utterly beyond sick of the white stuff.

Here are some links:

I love following the Pioneer Woman's blog. She also has a show on the Food Network, but being that I don't have TV, I can't watch it. Or so I thought. A couple of days ago, I realized that foodnetwork.ca has her episodes listed to watch online! If this is your kind of thing, I highly recommend. 

Speaking of the Pioneer Woman, she had someone guest post on her blog this week. The blogger shared some interesting thoughts on homeschooling. I've long thought that having a strong conviction or passion to homeschool should not translate into making others feel it's the only way.

A challenge from Nancy Leigh DeMoss on writing, blogging, ministry, and getting into God's word.

One day recently I had such a craving for a chocolate peanut butter treat. I went to my trusty Google and came up with these and YUM. Go make now. You won't regret it.

Happy weekend everyone!

Friday links.

Here is my first Friday links post!!

I hope you find something encouraging to read in this list.

I only pick the best of what's inspired me.

Enjoy :)

If you need to be reminded about how precious and fragile life is...

INSPIRATION

If you are feeling discouraged in your homeschool life...

HOMESCHOOLING

I love cake. I especially love pound cake. But without lemon flavouring as most seem to have. I found *the* perfect pound cake recipe. It is beyond delish...

CAKE

Excellent post on becoming a writer. It's definitely inspired me to learn how to write better and more...

WRITING

I've been looking more into what makes a good blogger and I found this post by the Hollywood Housewife to be informative...

BLOGGING

What is social media doing to our writing? I shared this in Monday's blog post, but here it is again. Very worth the read if this is your thing...

Social Media

I had a difficult week. But mostly because sometimes I can't face my life. This article totally hit home and reminded me to find the joy in the life I've chosen...

MOTHERHOOD

Happy reading! Happy weekend!