About a month ago I went for a walk with Kenton and Ariella and on our way home we saw a 12 year old boy on crutches trying to carry a bag full of groceries. The bag had ripped wide open and he was trying to balance a large jar of peanut butter and multiple other grocery items in his hands while using his crutches. He had hurt his ankle and could barely walk. We live on a steep hill which made it even harder for the boy to get home. The kids and I had already been on a…
Sometimes I find myself being selfish and need a reminder to look outside my own wants and spend more time encouraging others. Often when I do this I forget everything I wanted or thought I needed. Life is so much more fulfilling when helping and encouraging others. When I saw this quote a while ago it resinated in me and I knew I wanted to share in hopes it would speak to you as well. Wishing you the best week and I hope we can all help others feel so important! xo, Laura Derksen #arrowandlacewords is where every week…
Recently I ordered a book called “Design Mom” which is a room to room guide on how to live with kids. In just the short amount of time I have had with the book (4 days) I have gone through it twice. So many great ideas and also many wonderful reminders when planning a space. We recently sold our home and are currently building. No it’s not a “Dream home” but I’m still so excited to be able to pick up some of the options and put my touch on it. Being on a “budget” isn’t fun but it does make it…
For HER My love for blush neutral tones may be going too far! Buying Neutral tones makes it easy to coordinate many different outfits. These are a few of my favourites right now. one // two // three // four // five // six // seven
Lately I have been thinking about how I can encourage more people around me. I am so excited to start #arrowandlacewords where every week on sundays I post something positive and uplifting. Either a phrase, simple word(s) or a scripture verse to encourage you. I wanted to make it pretty and easy for you to print, repost or PIN to help encourage others! If you print it I would love to see how you have used it! Post a photo and tag #arrowandlacewords so we can all see! This weeks encouragement is “You are Beautiful”. Simple I know!! But sometime it’s…
