Avoiding hesitant hospitality by simply loving people.
Hesitant hospitality. Have you been there? You have every good intention and desire to swing wide the doors of your home and let the masses …
At Home
The Shop is Open!
Happy September! As promised, I’m reopening the shop on the first day of September. Many sizes and colors have limited quantities and …
Bus Teacher Apron (Contributor Post)
Happy August, friends! This is Bree from bumblebreeblog. This past month I haven’t been posting much on the blog so that I could get …
What Must You Do Today?
In my life, playdates are fairly synonymous with, “An hour of life when mama will try to connect with a friend in short bursts of …
Our simple and easy preschool at home.
Hi everyone! My family and I are just getting back home from a week away, and it’s exciting to turn another page on the calendar. Our …
Homeschooling with Purpose Planner
Getting Ready for the School Year Who’s ready for the Fall and who’s thinking about school? Though I have to say I am NOT ready …
Pressed Flower Necklace (contributor post)
Hey friends! This is Bree from bumblebreeblog and I am so excited to be hanging out with you today. The last month has been lots of fun at …
When Your Little Ones Ask Big Questions
“Mama, why did God make us?” This, my three-year-old’s bedtime musings last night. In the dark room, cuddled up on the …
Our Adoption Update + Exciting News!!
It’s been a while since I wrote anything about our adoption journey. Maybe you’ve wondered where we were at since I wrote my …
Oma’s “Favorite Things” 90th Birthday Party
Sound of Music Themed Birthday Party We just got home from a fun trip to New Jersey to spend time with family and celebrate my …
Menu Planning made easy (even for your family).
Hi friends! We’ve made it to July. I feel like I say this every year, but, I cannot believe how quickly the summer is flying by. Very …
Watermelon Pasta Salad
Watermelon Pasta Salad Today I’m sharing one of my favorite Summer salads! I originally got this recipe from my husband’s …
Boys Only Birthday Party Theme
Let me tell ya, I really struggle with birthday party themes. I’m not all that into throwing big, elaborate parties. I think there is …
Wedding Ring Box (contributor post)
Hello Friends! This is Bree from bumblebreeblog. I am so excited to be here today and share with you my wedding ring box. I spent last …
The Ultimate Marshmallow Shooter Guns
Today I’m sharing a fun party idea we used for my son’s last birthday. Instructions for these marshmallow shooters can be found …
Red White & Blue Ice Cream Cake
I’m so excited to be participating in a fun Red, White and Blue themed blog hop today! I’m sharing one of my favorite Summer …
On Choosing to be a Stay at Home Mom
Almost three and a half years ago, I started my journey as a full-time stay at home mom. I had been working a typical 9-5 office job for …
There is So Much More
In this life I would stand through my joy and my pain. Knowing there’s a greater day. There’s a hope that never fades. Where the wars …
For the Deck Dwellers: Outdoor Decorating on a Budget
Happy June, friends! The summer months are officially upon us and for my family, and maybe many of your own, that means some good ol’ …
DIY Beard Oil
Hey all, this is Bree from bumblebreeblog and I get to hang out at All Thing With Purpose every forth Monday of the month. At …
The Gift of a Second Chance
This past winter, when by January 2nd I was already claustrophobic from being stuck in the house and angry at the sight of snow, I decided …
Sevenly CAUSEBOX Review
I received something of value from Sevenly, but all opinions are 100% mine! You’ve probably heard of Sevenly before – or at …
Planning for Intentional Summer Fun
Hi there friends! Hopefully by now you are enjoying Spring wherever you live. Here in Iowa it’s green and colorful everywhere you …
Blogging 101: Rock Your Facebook Reach
*This is a post that was lost in the archives of drafts that never got published! Here is a collection of great facebook tips, I started …