May invites us into a gentler rhythm, where slowing down in spring to practice gratitude can feel more natural and life‑giving. I Love to Slow Down and Practice Gratitude as May Unfolds May arrives quietly, not rushing the way spring sometimes does. It invites us to notice small things again. The longer light in the… Read More Embrace Gratitude in May: Slow Down and Appreciate Life
April Fool’s Day confession from one work at home mom to another: today I have a plan. I fully intend to start my morning quietly. I will enjoy a hot coffee. I also plan to have a color-coded to-do list and uninterrupted focus. If you believe that, congratulations, you’re officially one of us. In reality,… Read More The First Day of April
Make homemade chicken vegetable soup from scratch with simple ingredients. This easy, hearty recipe is full of flavor, perfect for cozy dinners and meal prep.… Read More Homemade Chicken Vegetable Soup From Scratch: Easy, Hearty & Flavorful
Busy seasons look different when you’re a work at home mom. The days feel fuller. The to do list grows faster than it shrinks. It can seem like everyone needs you at once. If you’re in one of those stretches right now, take heart. You are not behind and you are not failing. You are… Read More Managing Busy Seasons as a Work-at-Home Mom
These children, although they live thousands of miles from each other, will no doubt come together every year to preach about Jesus, to lead songs in worship to Him, and to bring Glory to His Father, God! I have begun calling all of the youth members “winners.” In God’s eyes, they truly are. … Read More Experience the Joy of Leadership at Lads to Leaders Convention: A Look Back
We always dressed our house up in a bit of Green, for this was Dad’s favorite color. His birthday came with Chocolate cake and Green Ice Cream. After I married, I continued my bringing out of Green from the beginning of March through the 17th. … Read More Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day: Green Ideas for Your Home
March always feels like a deep breath around here. Winter has been full and cozy as a work at home mom. However, I can feel my spirit waking up as the days get longer. I love knowing that soon I can close my laptop. I can grab the puppies and step outside into warm sunshine… Read More Embracing Spring: A Work-at-Home Mom’s Perspective
Valentine’s Day is an invitation to slow down and put love into words. Each year, a handwritten poem becomes my way of saying I still choose you.… Read More The Heartfelt Tradition of Handwritten Poetry for Valentine’s Day
At Blue Willow Cottage, we believe that the simplest practices often bring the greatest joy, and gratitude tops that list. Gratitude is more than saying “thank you.” It’s a mindset, a daily choice that transforms ordinary moments into extraordinary blessings. When we pause to notice the beauty in our lives, we experience something profound. The… Read More Gratitude: The Secret Ingredient for a Happy and Healthy Life this New Year’s Day
This space is for you. I want to share ways here: to live cleanly, in a wholesome way with good solid nutrition, celebrating wins, and serving the Lord. … Read More Welcoming 2026: Intentional Living & Wellness Tips
Blue Willow 