Joy is so much more than a noun. Happiness, (an adjective by the way) is contingent on our circumstances or lack of sorrows. When we're happy we are showing it through our contentment. It can be hard to achieve at times and is definitely not for keeps. Joy is always available to us through Jesus. Although defined …

To celebrate this weekend kicking off our family festivities, I'm sharing my 3 favorite cookie recipes that have become a staple for our household this time of year. Each year we love to give a tin of goodies to loved ones. While we like to try to switch up what we bake, it wouldn't be Christmas without our Me…

Last month we received two catalogues for Christmas toys. Growing up, circling what we wanted was one of the highlights of the year. Elora carried around and even slept with one magazine, she loved it so much! Her list is quite long this year, of course. I’m no stranger to wish lists, after all, gifts are my love lang…

Let me set the scene for you: it’s a silent night and you’re home sweet home for Christmas. The weather outside may be frightful but you’re toasty warm with a mug of hot chocolate (with extra marshmallows) in hand. The tree is decorated with your favorite keepsake ornaments and the twinkling lights dance magically ove…

My alarm woke me up this morning, but not enough to actually get me up. After a three hour finale of Dancing with the Stars kept me up way past my bedtime, I figured a lazy morning was due. I've been good about getting up and getting moving before 6 a.m. so one morning off every now and again is warranted. The fin…

Today I’m sharing our Christmas decor! We went with classic red and green + snowflakes + lots of twinkling lights! We didn’t go all out too much since we have little ones playing around this year, but it’s still a cozy Christmas wonderland at home!  Some of my favorite details are the homemade salt dough ornaments and…

Happy Monday! I’m probably one of the only people who actually looks forward to the beginning of the week. It’s officially Christmas season now and that means Blogmas is in full swing here at KW! Today I’m sharing my first weekly newsletter. Everything you need to know is there. Just click the link below to check it o…

Hope is an expectation for the future. The hope of Christ's first coming was on the heart of Israel all those many years ago. The arrival of the Messiah brought Light into a dark and evil world. God promised that their hope would be fulfilled then, and He promises it again with the return of Christ. Although there…