There’s something magical about the chaos that fills our kitchen on nights like these. You know the ones—where every burner is going, the counters are full, and everyone is sneaking bites before anything is finished. This particular night, my son and I were side by side making his favorite dessert—rice krispie treats. And somewhere between…
Have you ever had a day where the weight of the world seemed to rest right on your shoulders? Where the noise is loud, the responsibilities are heavy, and peace feels just out of reach? That’s where vital prayers begin to matter more than anything else. Friend, I’ve been there more times than I can…
I don’t know about you, but I know as the holiday season starts to round the corner, so does my excitement, and truthfully, my anxiety! As a mom of 4, a pastor’s wife, and a full-time counselor, all of the expectations and plans can start to pile up. Grace in Every Season I looked around…
Life can be chaotic, and sometimes, it feels like there’s barely enough time to breathe. In the midst of everything—housekeeping, homeschooling, work, and all the responsibilities that come with being a wife and a pastor’s wife—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But even in the chaos, there’s beauty in the small, simple ways we can build…
Welcome to the third installment of our Family Matters series! The first two posts were a breeze for me to write—I’m all about saving money and cherishing family dinners. But this post, well, it takes a little more effort. Not because I don’t love spending quality time with my family, but because, as a busy mom and…
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting Makin’ Macon! Last week, I found myself craving something sweet, and my husband asked if I could whip up my Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies for his coworkers. Knowing my sweet tooth…
Family dinners have always been a cornerstone of creating lasting bonds and cherished memories. In this post, we’ll explore the many benefits of sharing meals together, from fostering communication and teaching manners to building strong family traditions. Despite our busy lives, making time for family dinners can transform ordinary moments into extraordinary ones. A Brief…
Today, I’m excited to share my journey with a delightful Sourdough Dutch Baby recipe inspired by Farmhouse on Boone. This culinary adventure took a bit of perseverance, but the results were worth every trial and error! The Start of My Sourdough Dutch Baby Saga In the beginning, I decided to halve the original recipe to…
Have you ever been at a point in your life where, when you prayed, you told the Lord that whatever He asked or told you to do, be it what you wanted or didn’t want, you would still do it? I have. My prayer has always been that I would be submissive to the will…
Welcome to the first post in our Family Matters series. This series is all about the importance of family. In this first post, we are going to talk about frugal living. However, we are not talking about being cheap; we are talking about saving money without sacrificing fun! For me personally, this area is something…
