Less Chaos. More Joy.
Hey there! I’m glad you’re here.
Whether you’ve come by personal invite or just to take a look around, I hope you find something that makes you breathe easier, dig deeper into truth, or lights a fire for your own journey in life. Less Than Fireworks is a gratefulness blog, I write short devotions in 10 minute breathers, and My Favorites is a space that includes photos, projects, or blogs that I share for their life-giving words and encouragement rather than life-taking. Enjoy your visit!
“What is that smell?” My six year old son asked. He was smelling the surface of the table in our homeschool room while we were trying to read our devotions. Of course this led to each one of the boys taking turns coming by that spot of the table and getting a whiff of the …
When was the last time you dealt with a power outage? Many times it comes during a storm where lightning strikes a power line, a transformer, or even a specific house. The communication lines are down and neighborhoods go dark. Usually in areas where a quick front or storm came through, work crews are able …
15 Years. This is not an anniversary tribute. That’s in my card and just for the man I married. But I felt it still important to send out some encouragement as the two of us reflect on our own marriage a bit more today. Our marriage has reached the age of adolescence. Before I do …
Blogs I Love and Some I Contribute To:
Inspired by my Aunt’s actual campfire challenge in her backyard from one summer a few years ago, this blog shares some great stories around an online campfire. Grab a chair and sit down with multiple authors who offer hope and faith in real life challenges.
https://campfiresandmarshmallows.blog
Are you a beginning writer and need some good guidance on how to step out a little more? I have been personally coached by Ann and recommend checking out all that she has to offer.
Lauren, a friend of mine from college, has a great way of weaving faith and words. Read her beautiful insights on life, health and joy here.
https://laurenjensenwriter.com
Are you military or have a loved one who is? Melissa is an Air Force wife and writes some great articles to help everyone understand just a little more about the lifestyle of the men, women and their families who sacrifice so much.
I am mom of 3 young boys and wife to a hard working man who is both a Military Reserve Officer and a a full time Air Force Project Manager. My training is in Christian Education and Theology and I have worked as a youth minster in a few locations. For now, I work as a youth director in my own home. Most of it feels like keeping joy afloat while also not letting life get too disorganized. This challenging balance I consider a calling more than a burden and I’m glad to be considered worthy!
I write, I try to stay fit to keep up with these kids, I rearrange furniture, I paint, and have even tried my hand at a crochet etsy shop once. I love good healthy competition in board games and sports and am the person to call for a good brainstorming session!
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