Hanger Tags ~ Craft

One thing that makes our lives easier is picking out school clothes for the entire week. We try to do this on Sunday evening. Closet space is a precious commodity, so trying to keep the clothes separated is difficult. I had an idea a few weeks ago to make some tags to label each day's outfit. Paper wouldn't last long enough (not with my kids anyway) and I tried laminating it with clear contact paper. It could have worked except the paper curled...grrr. So I thought...hmmm, let's look at the craft store and see what we can find. They had door hanger kits, but there were only 9 in a package (I needed 10) and the foam was too thick. For the same price however, there was a package of 40 (thinner) foam sheets. I also found some sticky glittery letters. Well, with the combination of those and a few other items, we came up with this.

Finished Product

If you are interested, here's how we made them.

Step 1: choose your colors and cut each foam sheet in to 3 equal-ish parts.

They don't have to be perfect

Step 2: take one of the 3 sections and cut it in half.

Again, perfection isn't the point.

Step 3: find some circular object and trace around it to make the hole that the hangers will go through.

I found that pen works better than pencil

Cut out the circle

Step 4: decorate as you please. My girls had a blast doing this part :)

My Big Girl

My Angel

They had such a blast, I think they'll be more excited to sort their school clothes for the week. Hope y'all like it!


“So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.” Galatians 5:16

Merry CHRISTmas!

Just wanted to wish all you readers, if there are any, a wonderfully Merry CHRISTmas! I pray that you all know the reason behind this season...Jesus Christ who came and died for you to have eternal life. It is my Christmas wish that you all come to know Jesus this Christmas. God bless you all!

Thankfulness for health

As I sit here reading posts on Facebook about several friends and their families being sick, I stopped to think about my family. I had some sinus junk a few weeks ago, as did the hubby, but I can't remember the last time the girls got sick...no seriously. I can't remember. We moved here almost exactly 4 months ago and they have only been to the doctor once...to get a flu shot. So it has been at least before we moved here. And if I remember correctly, their last doctor appointments before the move were for well-child check-ups. Why do I bring this up? Well, why...why aren't my kids getting sick? Lucky? I think not. I am 100% certain that this is absolutely in no way a coincidence.


Let me explain. I believe that God is a right now God. I believe that He is still in the business of healing. (among other miracles as well) I don't think it's always something He does just because He wants to though. You have to want it. You have to ask for it. How does one go about doing that? Well, I have made it a habit within the last few years to pray health over my children daily. The words I say are not profound in any way, but they come from an earnest heart. I ask the Lord to watch over my children as they are away from home. I ask Him to protect them from illness and injury...and so far, so good. There was this one day, last school year I didn't pray for health over them...and wouldn't you know it, my Angel came home sick that day from school. I haven't missed a day since...and He has been faithful.


So, thanks God for keeping my family healthy. Thanks for Your Son whom You sent to die for us to have healing and freedom. Thanks for being faithful to me as I am faithful to You.


I challenge you to try it...try praying health and healing over yourself and your family...and see if He isn't faithful.

“When he had called together all the people’s chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where the Messiah was to be born. “In Bethlehem in Judea,” they replied, “for this is what the prophet has written: “‘But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you will come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel.’”” Matthew 2:4-6

Stroll N Roll

Sounds silly, but hear me out. Stroll N Roll is an annual event that the city puts on. Several of the city's museums waive their admission fee (most are free anyway) and the city transports museum goers by trolly or bus to 7 of the 9 participating locations. So not only do you not have to pay to get in, you don't have to 'spend' your gas either. (and in our case, you don't have to get lost trying to find them all) So here's the highlights.


Our first stop was the North Texas History Museum. I think this one was my favorite...not really because I care all that much about Texas history, but the exhibits were just cool. The first room we went into had a ton of dioramas in it. That, to me, is awesome. To take all that time and make a replica of something...that's dedication...and love. The attention to detail was pretty amazing too. There was also a plethora of information about the city's history in just this one room. I was impressed. 

There was so much other stuff, I can't tell you about all of it, but here are some highlights. There was a military section with all kinds of military paraphernalia. There was one room that had all kinds of medical stuff in it...doctor's house call bag, all kinds of bed pans, nurse uniform, and other medical tools. The coolest thing in this room was the iron lung. There was a guy in there who showed us how the whole thing works and even let the girls put their hands in the little ports. I was just amazed at the difference from today's medical advances. There was another room that had 500 different hats all from different people. It is a personal collection of a man (forgot who) who apparently had a thing for cowboy hats. Also in this room were different artifacts from the 1930's...ladies fashion, telephone and telephone directory, the 'drug store' and the post office. The post office was made from actual parts of an old post office in the city. When they were renovating, they were just going to get rid of it, but the townspeople fought to preserve it as a part of their history. Just cool.

Next up was the WF Railroad Museum. We rode the 'kiddie train' around...no one was thrilled about it. It was just an old airport baggage car painted to look like a train with old bus seats. But we were out to experience it all, so we did it. This was my second favorite because it brought back so many memories I had as a child going to the railroad with my Papa. I actually had tears come to my eyes when I watched my girls climb up into the train engine. It was definitely bittersweet. My favorite was the dining car. You can actually bring food and eat in the dining car...kinda get the experience. There were also some old crank trucks out front that intrigued my hubby.

Next was the WF Police and Fire Museum. Pretty cool, but by this point it was getting hot! They had an old fire engine that was made in 1942 and was still in commission in 1979. There was an actual paddywagon. You could even get on one of the old engines and crank the siren. The girls got to have a hot dog and we got to refresh with some cold water.


Ahh, Big Girl's favorite...Kemp Center for the Arts. Not really a whole lot of art 'exhibits' but there were artists there doing their thing. She got to see one lady painting clay beads that she made and another sculpting a bust from a picture. You should have seen her face...it was truly priceless. We got lots of information about different classes that the kiddos can take...she's stoked...so am I.


Then there was Kell House. Mr Kell was one of the founding fathers of WF, from what I gather. He built the house in 1909 for his wife. They had 6 daughters and 1 son. Nearly all of the furnishings in the house are original. I didn't get any pictures of this because I was so amazed at the beauty and preservation in this home...WOW!

Last stop was the River Bend Nature Center. This was pretty cool. We saw all kinds of creatures including an opossum, salamander, a quail, some katydids, and a pretty hairy tarantula. Out in the conservatory there are lots of butterflies. Being the end of the summer we didn't see a whole lot of them but this place was awesome! There were several little stopping places for the kids to do different activities. Then we browsed around the gift shop. I don't think I've ever seen so many different eco-friendly products in one place before. I also learned about the different places to recycle here. So it's not that they don't recycle here, they just don't make it as easy...which is sad.


I think we spent about 4 1/2 hours just touring the different places and everyone had fun! The first thing Angel said when she walked back in the house was, "That was fun!" I think that about sums up everyone's feelings. I look forward to repeating the tour next year and visiting the various museums between now and then.


He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust. Psalm 91:1-2

O Happy Day!

Today was a pretty great day! We went to church, and they were having a special event called 'Kickoff Sunday.' Quite similar to what many churches do around this time of year. Summer's over, school is starting and people are beginning to go back to church. (people as a whole that is, we never stopped) Summer tends to be a time of low attendance for most churches. Anyhow...the church service today consisted of showcasing the different ministries and giving out awards to volunteers of the different ministries. I'm fairly certain that our attending on this Sunday was no coincidence. Let me explain...


I know that God is calling me back to the youth ministry. My hubby has a great desire to serve in the media ministry. Today, we were able to see what this church was all about...and all the different people who were passionate about the different ministries. We got to see the heart of the people in this church. I think that is important to know whether or not you fit in.


I am happy to say that I know, we know, that this is where God is calling us. Evangel Temple will be our church home for the duration of our time in the Falls. During our first visit on Wed, we were welcomed with open arms by everyone we encountered. The class we attended was full of real people, just like you and I...and these people were full of the love of God. You could just see it. Today, we found out that this church is passionate about the same things we are passionate about. These are real people...who love God.


I am looking forward to serving the kingdom, the community and my Lord with these people. I am grateful that the Lord spoke so clearly to us about this major decision. Be blessed everyone!


There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. Galations 3:28

A new and better leaf

I decided when we found out we had orders that I would try to be a better wife, mother and housekeeper.  I'm not a bad wife or mother, but I want to be better. Those of you who know me well, know I'm not the best housekeeper. Now, I wake with my husband and read the Word and pray with him. Then I get the girls started with their day and do a devo with them. In between, I have some personal prayer/Word time...nothing better! And even though there are still lots of boxes laying around, the house is picked up. I've gotten the girls started with 'chore charts' if you will, which is getting them started on the right road. They have done great with them! Angel's room is spotless and Big Girl's is way better than it would be without the daily routine. I've put things away where they belong...and they are staying there too! I have gone to bed every night with a clean kitchen...which is HUGE! I've kept up with the laundry...partly because I don't have anywhere to store piles of dirty laundry and partly from the new routine.


I have to say, I'm really digging this new routine and I hope to keep it going...forever. I have found that I have so much more time to do the things I want to do. Once the girls go back to school, I am going to throw some exercising into that new routine. I mean, the fitness center is just steps from my door. Why wouldn't I? Here's to turning over a new leaf and starting down the path toward health! Blessings y'all!


By day the LORD directs his love, at night his song is with me— a prayer to the God of my life. Psalm 42:8

Rain, rain go away!

Ok, so I really am thankful for all the rain. Considering when we first moved here, we were in a severe drought, I am grateful for the rain! But there has been icky, cloudy, rainy weather for the last week. I'm ready for some sunshine!!! I guess I will have to wait until the end of next week to get some. :(


On another note, today is my Angel's birthday. It is truly hard to believe that she is 7 already. I remember the day I found out I was pregnant with her. I was sooo excited! When the day finally came for me to meet her, I was so nervous.  Let me start by saying that she was quite the stubborn child...even in the womb. She  didn't want anyone to know her gender. I would have bet my kidney that she was a boy...but nope, out came another girl. She has always been a lovey child...and still is. She is laying her head on my shoulder as I type this. <3 We had a pretty fun day celebrating her special day. We shopped, walked through lots of puddles, ate lots of pizza and played lots of games....oh and we ate ice cream too! (and a few left over cupcakes) I am so blessed to be a mom to two great, beautiful girls. I really do love my life!!!

She's always had a pretty big personality :)

My Angel today on her 7th Birthday!

Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him. Ps 127:3

Laughter abounds

Even though we didn't have plans, yesterday was a full and busy day! The girls and I stayed in for the morning and read books, looked at puzzle books and watched some movies...yes that counts toward my busy-ness. :) In the afternoon, we headed out to the store to grab some stuff to make a meal for a family in our church. We grabbed the items we needed (and a few more) and just browsed around the store for a while. It's amazing how the simple things are the ones you will remember...and have the most fun doing too! Anyhow, we came home and I started the meal for our friends. Once it was finished, we loaded it and ourselves into the car. The girls tagged along to see this family's boys, but sadly they were not there. Anyhow, we stayed for a few minutes and chatted then we were off back home so I could prepare dinner for my own family. As we were walking out the door, my Angel was the first to exit...well sort of. The main door and storm door are on opposite sides of the door jamb and she opened the main door, but apparently didn't see the storm door. (in her defense, it is glass) So, she banged right into it with her head! She turned to look at me and almost fell over laughing!! Needless to say we were ALL laughing for the next 5-10 minutes! Wow, it was the funniest thing I've seen in a LONG time!!! This is something that we will all be talking about for a while. I'm laughing right now as I write it!!!

I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you. Gen. 12:3