Author Archives: Ann Kirsten

Well, January is over already. I've written about January many times over the years. Some years I am motivated to start the new year with goals, and some years I am exhausted and just want the world t...

I read an interesting article the other day. Someone on Reddit asked the question: "What are some truths that parents refuse to accept?" Being a parent myself, I instantly felt defensive. The answers ...

You know how people pick or hear a word for the new year and that's their focus for improvement? Words like: organize, faith or health? Well, I didn't want to pick a word for 2022. 2021 was hard enoug...

I had the most stimulating conversation the other day. He and I were in a quiet room with no distractions, and I actively listened to his life story. To say he has led an amazing life, full of adventu...

My granddaughter and I had fun the other night. You know the fidget, pop-it, spinner craze? If you have kids, I'm sure you do! Anyway, my granddaughter loves them and would be happy if she had every o...

Our last ornaments couldn't be simpler. All you need are some wooden clothespins (I bought 36 for one dollar!) and a bit of paint. After that, let your imagination go wild. You can clip these on your ...

I have this weird hobby of buying books from thrift stores that I can't read. I have a whole collection of books written in foreign languages. I also love old hymnals. The music on their pages is so b...

Cut a branch from your yard. You'll need two long pieces, a medium piece and a small one. Hot glue these together into the shape of a tree. Tie a piece of green yarn or embroidery floss onto the tree ...

Another easy ornament to make with your kids is clear ornaments. I they're available everywhere. I bought these at the dollar store. Let your kids fill them with whatever they want: candies, marshmall...

This one is really fun. You can use it as an ornament or as wall dcor. Paint Brush Ornaments Here's what you'll need: Paint brushes - old ones or from the dollar store Craft paint Small pom-poms Googl...