ABOUT BRIAN
BRIAN'S BLOG POSTS
C. S. Lewis says, of writing: "Always try to use language so as to make quite clear what you mean and make sure your words couldn’t mean anything else." That's my goal here. I’m a disciple of Jesus Christ and a family man; I live on a farm and teach theology; I'm busy, but joyfully so. Most days, though I have much to say, I’ve little time to say it. I mean, the goats aren’t going to milk themselves, right? But when I do have a moment...
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ABOUT SARAH
SARAH'S BLOG POSTS
Hi! I'm Sarah. I am a Catholic wife to a wonderfully loving & thoughtful husband, Brian, and I am a stay-at-home mom to four little ones. We live in Michigan on what is affectionately referred to as the Fink Family Farm. We share 15+ acres with 7+ goats, 13+ chickens, 3-4 pigs (for half the year), 4 barn cats, 2 dogs, and my husband's amazing parents, who live next door.
I am first and foremost a Catholic daughter of God, and my first priority is Him. In our vocation, my husband and I recognize that only second to God is our call to help one another to heaven. God has graciously blessed us with 4 little ones to come along with us on our journey to Heaven, so we pray! It is the greatest gift to live this vocation and to be able to stay at home and raise our children in the Catholic faith, helping them love Christ more and more each day.
Beyond that, I am artsy & crafty, I love tackling DIY projects, and I love being as frugal as I can be (without being cheap!). I secretly (I guess not so secretly, now) want to be a professional organizer. Our family lives on a meager (school teacher's) income. Yes, that is without cable, dinners out, and the latest anything. And we wouldn't trade it for the world.
I love trying to figure out how to do more with less, stretch every dollar, and still enjoy some great treats now and again. I learned the value of couponing, cooking, sewing, and thrifting from my mom, and some of my favorite things to do involve trips to the thrift store, and (yes!) the grocery store, to find treasures for bundles less than full price. I enjoy taking something used and turning it into something amazing.
During naptime (and those spare moments), I am a professional web developer and graphic designer. My husband and I run a small family business called Phink Ink. Click here to learn more about our business.
Homemaking is an art (read more about it here), and I want to share it with everyone! I hope my little blog inspires you to let go of the things that don't matter and be assured that Christ will provide all you need when you get rid of the unncessary stuff, busyness, and desire for more. I want you to enjoy being creative, be at peace in an organized and orderly home, and learn to use your resources modestly and responsibly so you can focus on what truly is most important in the world: God first, then your spouse, third, children, then family & others!