Diary Of A First Time Foster Mom

by Crystal // January 25, 2017 // 1 Comment

Diary of a Foster Mama… There it is, the 2 words I’ve been waiting for, and wondering when they would show up….unknown number. For most people, that simply means that someone has a blocked number, but for a foster parent... Continue reading →

Family Joy Blog Linky Party #51

by Crystal // January 22, 2017 // 4 Comments

Charlene @ Thinking Outside The Pot: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Google +, Blog Samantha @ Sammy Approves: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Google +, Blog Cristina @ Ava’s Alphabet: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Google +, Blog Charlotte @ Pursue... Continue reading →

5 Unexpected Places to Buy Home Decor

by Crystal // January 19, 2017 // 2 Comments

I LOVE home decor and I love to change up my decor quite often. In order to achieve that goal I’m always on the look out for cute inexpensive places to shop. Of course I love the typical favorites, such... Continue reading →

Family Joy Blog Linky Party #50

by Crystal // January 15, 2017 // 2 Comments

Happy Sunday! While so many people have been getting snow and ice, we have some rain over here. Rainy days can be the best… listening to the pitter patter and snugging inside 🙂 Whatever weather you have going on, let’s... Continue reading →

Words Tweens Should Know and Understand

by Crystal // January 12, 2017 // No Comments

Humble- not proud: not thinking of yourself as better than other people We all know someone, and I’m sure your tween does too… who is amazing at something. It’s clear that they have talent or their gifted in a particular area.... Continue reading →

Family Joy Blog Linky Party #49

by Crystal // January 7, 2017 // 2 Comments

Welcome back to our party! Hope everyone had a restful holiday and enjoyed some family time 🙂 We are ready to resume the fun of our link party. Add any of your family friendly new blog post and make sure... Continue reading →

A Year Of Reflection- Questions To Ask Your Kids

by Crystal // January 4, 2017 // No Comments

I remember a few years back, I was feeling guilt for a few experiences I wish I could have protected my daughter from. Nothing huge or life changing, just things I wish didn’t take place. As I pondered, guilt’d, wanting... Continue reading →

Family Joy Blog Linky Party #48

by Crystal // December 18, 2016 // 1 Comment

Last Minute Ideas For Spreading Christmas Spirit By Giving

by Crystal // December 14, 2016 // No Comments

Giving at Christmas seems to go hand in hand with the true meaning of Christmas. God gave us his son Jesus at Christmas and what better way to share in the spirit of the holiday by giving back 🙂 Here’s... Continue reading →

Family Joy Blog Linky Party #47

by Crystal // December 10, 2016 // No Comments

It’s party time! I seriously feel like I’ve blinked and a week has pasted by, anyone else feeling that way?! I’m so excited for Christmas- I’m really a kid inside and I’m on the countdown 😉 I’m planning on doing... Continue reading →