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  • Flip-Through Video of the Gospel of John in My Journaling Bible | Join me for a fun flip-through video of John's Gospel in my Journaling Bible where I share tips for beginners, my favorite art journaling supplies, and what I'm learning through this creative style of scripture study. If you struggle with perfectionism or inconsistent Bible study, this one's for you!
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    Journaling Bible Flip-Through Video of the Gospel of John

  • The Gift of a Fresh Start by Declaring Email Bankruptcy | How I went from 11K emails to inbox zero...and was liberated. Plus 6 favorite email tools to help you maintain "inbox zero" and boost productivity.
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    The Gift of a Fresh Start by Declaring Email Bankruptcy

  • My One Word for 2018 & How to Create a Goal-Map in Your Bullet Journal | It's time to employ the power of pen to paper and set ourselves up for our best year yet through do-able, actionable goals. Let's do this!
    Blogging | Bullet Journal | Creativity | Sabbath | Word of the Year

    My One Word for 2018

  • One important thing before we take on a new year. | Here's how to conduct a "year in review" in your bullet journal or favorite notebook to practice gratitude for ALL that last year brought and clarify your goals for the future!
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    One Important Thing Before We Take on a New Year

  • 5 Bullet Journaling Myths...Debunked! For anyone on the fence with bullet journaling who feels like "I'm not creative enough" or "I don't have enough time" or "I wouldn't know where to start!"...this is the post that is going to empower you to dive into bullet journaling headfirst. Right. Now.
    Bullet Journal | Creativity | Organization | Tips & Tricks

    5 Bullet Journaling Myths…Debunked!

  • "Stranger Things" and "Eleven"... plus clever costumes from all 9 years of Lanker Family Punny Halloween Costume History. Most epic and hilarious family costume round-up ever (especially for lovers of visual humor and dad jokes and all the puns) via thinkingcloset.com
    Baby | Crafty | Fall | Holiday | Punny Costumes | Tips & Tricks

    “Stranger Things” Punny Halloween Costume for the Family

  • "Anne of Green Gables" Themed Bullet Journal & "Plan With Me" VIDEO | Join me for another "plan with me" video where I set up my bullet journal for a new month using an "Anne of Green Gables" or "Anne with an E" theme for book lovers, Megan Follows film fanatics, and Netflix series fans alike! I'll create a new title page, monthly log, monthly task list, habit tracker, mood tracker, prayer log, weekly logs, and dailies! So much Anne-spiration awaits!
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    “Anne of Green Gables” Themed Bullet Journal: “Plan With Me” VIDEO

  • How to host an "Anne of Green Gables" or "Anne with an E" themed birthday party with food, decor, activities, and games for the whole family! | Floral Monogram Letter, Stack of Books, DIY Book Page Mason Jar Candle Holders, and a Vintage Tea Cup = instant Anne-inspired decor!
    Crafty | Parties | Summer | Tips & Tricks

    “Anne of Green Gables” Inspired Birthday Party

  • "Little Adventurer" Nursery Tour | An inspirational space with vintage-modern furniture, travel-themed decor, and a gender-neutral color palette of mint, gray, and white. This Comfort Swivel Rocker from Pottery Barn Kids in conjunction with the pouf from Land of Nod just make me want cuddle up for a nap! SO comfy.
    Baby | Home Decor | Travel

    Juniper’s “Little Adventurer” Nursery Tour

  • "Plan With Me" VIDEO: how to set up your bullet journal spreads for a productive new month using a camper adventure theme. Inspiration for your monthly log, monthly task list, habit tracker, mood tracker, gratitude log, weekly log, and dailies!
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    How I Set Up My Bullet Journal for a Productive Month: “Plan With Me” VIDEO

  • A Blooming First Birthday Bash, inspired by spring flowers in pink, blush, and white. DIY party ideas for a woodland floral-themed celebration, spring fling, or botanical garden party!
    Baby | Crafty | Creativity | Parties | Spring | Tips & Tricks

    Juniper’s Blooming First Birthday Bash

  • DIY Floral Monogram Letter for a Blooming First Birthday Bash, inspired by spring flowers in pink, blush, and white. DIY party ideas for a woodland floral-themed celebration, spring fling, or botanical garden party!
    Crafty | Home Decor | Parties | Tips & Tricks | Video

    DIY Flower Monogram Letter: Timelapse Video Tutorial

  • DIY Mini Birthday Crown for a Cupcake Smash! | A Blooming First Birthday Bash, inspired by spring flowers in pink, blush, and white. DIY party ideas for a woodland floral-themed celebration, spring fling, or botanical garden party!
    Baby | Crafty | Parties | Tips & Tricks | Video

    DIY Mini Birthday Crown: Timelapse Video Tutorial

  • DIY Braided Party Backdrop: Timelapse Video Tutorail | Another creative project from a Blooming First Birthday Bash, inspired by spring flowers in pink, blush, and white. DIY party ideas for a woodland floral-themed celebration, spring fling, or botanical garden party!
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    DIY Braided Party Backdrop: Timelapse Video Tutorial

  • Juniper’s Birth Story
    Baby | Spring | Summer | Tips & Tricks | Writing

    Juniper’s Birth Story

  • How to Date Your Spouse (When Kids are Clawing at Your Ankles)
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    How to Date Your Spouse (When Kids are Clawing at Your Ankles)

  • One Second Everyday Video Diary: The Complete "How To" Guide for Beginners + Insider Tips | Here's how I use the 1se app to capture memories and document our lives in snippets of 1 second video everyday. Plus, you can check out the mash-up of footage from my first year of using the app! It goes by in a flash!
    Baby | Crafty | Creativity | Tips & Tricks | Video

    Capturing Memories with One Second of Video Everyday

  • 3 Shifts in Perspective to Guide Us Through Terrible Days... When things don't go as planned, it turns out we have a choice with how we respond. Here are three ways to change our view of a terrible day...to make them a whole lot less terrible. And to catapult our personal growth!
    Baby | Blogging | Tips & Tricks

    3 Shifts in Perspective to Guide Us Through Terrible Days

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