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Planning to do some clothes shopping for your kids? Here’s a great deal at Target!
This week, Target is offering $10 off a $40 purchase of kid’s clothing!
This is a great time to grab summer clothes, pajamas, and more.
Valid through March 7, 2026.
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This Kate Spade Sadie Large Crossbody is so cute!
Right now, Kate Spade Outlet is offering an extra 15% off select sale items! Here are some deals we spotted…
Get this Sadie Large Crossbody for just $58.65 shipped after savings (regularly $299)! Choose from two color options.
Get this Leila Crossbody Bag for just $58.65 shipped after savings (regularly $329)!
Get this Staci Mini Crossbody Bag for just $58.65 shipped after savings (regularly $279)!
Get this Madison Small Satchel for just $89.25 shipped after savings (regularly $379)!
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Need new dinnerware? This is a really great deal on this 42-Piece Dinnerware Set from Macy’s!
This popular deal is back! Macy’s has Tabletops Unlimited Whiteware 42-Piece Dinnerware Set for just $44.79 shipped when you use the promo code FRIEND at checkout!
This is regularly $130 so this is a great deal. Choose from five styles.
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I’m in Nunnelly, TN this weekend at a retreat with some other ladies from our church. We are going through a 9-month intensive discipleship program together. This is my 5th time through this program and each year I go through it, it continues to deeply impact my life!
Here’s a peek into the last week at our house…
Kierstyn was working on her homework this morning and the boys came over to observe. Watching David intently pay attention to everything she was doing and how patient she was in telling her brothers about what she was working on was just so beautiful!
David brings such a calm to our home and to Micah and Kierstyn’s life. I worried when we said yes how it might impact their lives. And it has definitely impacted them — but in the best of ways I couldn’t have dreamed or imagined.
Micah is SOO excited because he is now taller than David and, according to him, he is now officially “David’s Big Brother.” He was so pumped up about this because it means he can protect David. He came up with this all on his own.
Earlier this week, they went to drop-in daycare while Jesse and I had a meeting. The whole time leading up to dropoff, he kept saying things like, “I will protect David. If anyone tries to hurt him, I will tell them no and stop them.”
He also told me this week that he has to eat a lot of food so he can grow big and strong to be David’s protector.
I think back to when I found out I was pregnant with him and how overwhelmed I felt at having a brand-new baby while also caring for a tiny boy who had such significant needs. But God knew better.
God knew exactly what I needed in the gift of Micah (he is such a precious mama’s boy who is always taking care of me) and that David would also be getting a fierce advocate and protector in Micah.
After school on Wednesday Kierstyn and I went to Goodwill! We found a bunch of great stuff for only $28 – click here to see the full shopping trip! Pictured here is her Twinkle Toes sneakers that she has been wanting and she LOVES them!
We went to Sam’s Club together for fun this morning as part of our Friday morning Sabbath time together. (Does that make us weird that we love grocery shopping together and 100% qualify it as a date??)
Discovered their Chobani yogurts that David loves (and are one of the few things he loves being fed) are around $0.25 cheaper per cup!!
If you’ve been considering a Sam’s Club membership, you can get a one-year membership right now for just $25!
This is something I did for years in the name of productivity. Listening to a podcast while driving. Turning on an audiobook while I fold laundry. Scrolling on Instagram while I eat lunch. Always consuming, never just… being.
And then wondering why I felt tired and scattered.
This year, I’m practicing the lost art of stillness. Of driving without listening to anything. Of sitting and eating lunch without scrolling on my phone. Of waiting in quietness without needing to fill the space with doing something.
It’s uncomfortable at first. But I’m realizing how much I actually notice my surroundings more and breathe more deeply when I don’t try to fill every moment with noise and consuming and doing.
There’s nothing wrong with consuming — it can bring a lot of inspiration, fun, conviction, and encouragement to our lives. But when we are using it to avoid stillness or when we can’t just sit in quiet, that’s likely an indication we may need to challenge ourselves to practice more stillness and being present right where we are.
After all, it’s not just our bodies that need regular rest; our brains do, too. I share more about it in this Instagram post here.
My #1 parenting tip as a 44-year-old mom of 6: stop trying to fix your kids and start loving them and walking with them right where they are.
I get it. We want to raise kids of character who love Jesus and go out in the world and make a difference. But the biggest way to build a wedge in your relationship is to project all your expectations on them and constantly point out what they are doing wrong.
There is a time and place for correction, but let it be built on a solid foundation of connection.
Think about it, if someone in your life is just constantly nit-picking everything you do and telling you where you were falling short, would you want to hang around that person and spend time with them? Probably not. In fact, there’s a good chance you might go out of your way to avoid them — lest you be reminded, yet again, of everything you are doing wrong and how you don’t measure up to their standards and are disappointing them.
Every day — through our words and expressions and attitude — we have an opportunity to build a little bit more of a bridge or burn a little bit more of a bridge. It’s our choice.
Let’s choose to ask the Holy Spirit to flood us with love and kindness for our kids.
Let’s catch them doing things right and call it out.
Let’s praise 10 times more than we correct.
Let’s talk well of them to others.
Let’s enjoy our kids and have fun with them.
Let’s lean in and love.
Let’s ask curious questions instead of jumping to conclusions or criticism.
Let’s lay down our pride over our reputation and our fear over the future, and let’s just focus on lavishly loving these gifts that God has entrusted to us — as He has so loved us! 💕
If you want more ideas and practical encouragement to build a stronger relationship with your kids and love motherhood more, I have a free 10-day course I’d love to send you! It shares my own journey to learning to let go and fall in love with motherhood in a whole new way! Sign up here!
I made one of our favorite dinners this week — Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole. It’s so easy to make and I doubled it so we could have it for two dinners (plus, we used the leftovers for lunches one day!)
I posted a question box on Instagram stories a few days ago and got a lot of questions. I wanted to share a few of my responses here…
Question: Do you do health sharing or health insurance? Which company, we’re facing job loss
Answer: We have private insurance that we pay out of pocket for. We’ve chosen this for a variety of reasons (one of which is that most don’t cover those with disabilities and I feel like it is hypocritical to be all about being prolife in name, but not in actual business practice), but it is definitely more $$. I know multiple friends who have health sharing plans and love them. We choose a high deductible plan with full coverage after you hit the deductible and set aside the deductible amount in a separate savings category. We get our quotes through Zander.
Question: Who is handling the business side of things? You seem so less stressed.
Answer: Oh! I love this question! The biggest thing is that I am not launching anything or starting anything or building anything new this year (other than my book launch in the fall). I usually launch/start/build multiple things in a year so it feels really calm and quiet and weird. I’m also saying no to almost all ongoing opportunities and business commitments outside of the basic things required to run the business. This has also made a huge difference.
In addition, last year we brought on 8 new team members and so we have a really fantastic team and great systems and no one is stretched too thin or having to juggle too much at once. We also worked hard to set up good systems thanks to having some wise business mentors who helped speak into this and my incredible business coach Alli Worthington! And best of all, I hired an incredible executive assistant through Belay and she has taken SO much off of my plate so I can focus on the things only I can do and those things I love doing! Thank you, Jessica!
Question: How are you present with one kid/ Jesse at a time? I always feel like another kid needs something from me.
Answer: My goal – no matter where I am – is to be where my feet are planted. So I try to focus on exactly right where I am and be fully present there instead of thinking of all the other places I could be or “should” be. I give each day to God and ask Him to help me be present and available where He has placed me. And then I try to make the most of the opportunities and moments I gave with Jesse and each of our kids. I’ve found that even 5 or 15 minutes can be super meaningful when you give your full attention to the conversation or to being fully present.
Response from Follower: Just wanted to say thanks for sharing Nourish. I started using it yesterday!
Answer: This makes me SO thrilled for you!!! Hiring a dietitian through Nourish has truly changed my life – and I still can’t believe it’s covered through insurance!
It’s like part therapy, part accountability to prioritize my health and nutrition in a really freeing manner, and part cheerleading to help me remember to take care of myself as a whole person! (See if your insurance covers it here!)
My Homemade Vanilla Extract Experiment — I never realized how ridiculously EASY it is to make homemade vanilla extract; an official recipe isn’t even really needed! I followed some very basic directions, and I’m so excited about how they turned out! The result was delicious and frugal — but much-loved — Christmas gifts!
Baked Chicken Chimichangas and Cilantro Rice — If you love Mexican food, but don’t love the price of eating out, this week’s $10 Family Dinner post is for you! You can have this entire meal on the table in around 30 minutes (if your chicken is already cooked — this is a great way to use up leftover chicken!) –– and your entire family will love these baked chicken chimichangas!
From Instagram — a story about my follow-up call from the nurse after my colonoscopy. I hope it encourages you. On a different note, if you need a laugh today, watch this.
Brigette’s $55 Grocery Shopping Trip & Weekly Menu Plan for 4 – Check out what my sister is feeding her family this week!
Just as a forewarning, this week’s episode might be a little bit TMI — it’s all about my recent colonoscopy! While I don’t get into the especially gritty details, I talk openly with Jesse about my experience because I really wanted to share the full story. I kept hearing from people who were scared of the procedure or avoided it because of what they’d heard about the prep, and I was nervous too, especially after reading all the horror stories online, but I found that preparation and good guidance made a bigger difference than I had expected!
Listen in as I walk you through why I had the procedures in the first place, including my long history with chronic anemia and how my doctors wanted to look for possible root causes rather than just treat symptoms. A big part of the episode is the prep experience because honestly, that’s what people tend to dread the most. However, I talk about starting a low-residue diet days early, sticking to very bland foods, and what it actually felt like to move into the clear-liquids phase. I share how hunger, brain fog, and low energy showed up for me and how surprisingly manageable the laxative process was compared to what I feared. I also mention small practical things that helped such as choosing certain drinks and realizing that some flavors quickly became unappealing once prep started.
I then walk you through the procedure day itself – checking in, getting an IV, anesthesia, and what it felt like waking up after sedation. The sedation was so strong and peaceful that I can understand why people describe it as a really good nap. In fact, I kind of didn’t want to wake up! I also reflect on how disorienting that it felt trying to talk afterward when my brain wasn’t putting words together correctly.
We also touch on recovery, what my results looked like so far, and why I truly believe that these screenings are worth it, so if you have been afraid of getting a colonoscopy, I really hope that this episode with Jesse makes it feel a lot more approachable!
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Whether I’m walking the aisles of Target or placing an online order for Drive Up or delivery, I love knowing I’m maximizing my savings with Target Circle. This easy, free loyalty program makes it simple to save on things we’re already buying — groceries, kids’ clothes, household essentials, gifts, and even those last-minute needs. By stacking Target deals, coupons, and bonus offers, I’m able to make the most of our family’s budget with each Target run.
If Target is one of your regular stops, Target Circle is definitely a money-saving strategy that’s worth your time. It’s free, it’s simple, and once you get the hang of it, you can use Target Circle strategically to stretch your budget even further. Here’s how Target Circle works and how to make it work for you.
Target Circle is Target’s free loyalty and savings program, and it’s designed to reward you for the shopping you’re doing at Target anyway, without requiring you to jump through hoops. You don’t need a Target credit card, you don’t have to track points, and you don’t have to remember to hand anything over at checkout.
Once you’re enrolled, Target Circle automatically unlocks exclusive deals, personalized offers, and rewards that build up over time. Think of it less like traditional couponing and more like a built-in savings layer that works quietly in the background.
What makes Target Circle especially helpful is that it can be used strategically. Instead of buying unplanned things just because there’s a deal, you can check Circle offers before you shop and let the deals guide your timing. This could look like stocking up on household basics, grabbing kids’ clothes during a promotion, or planning a larger shopping trip when a reward bonus pops up.
Signing up for Target Circle is quick and completely free, which makes it an easy “yes.”
To get started:
Once you’re signed up, you’ll immediately start seeing Circle offers (no waiting period required).
Target Circle savings come in a few different forms, which is why it works so well for everyday shoppers.
Each week, Target releases new Circle offers you can save to your account. These often include:
Many offers are personalized, meaning the deals you see often reflect what you buy most: groceries, kids’ clothing, household items, or personal care products.
Instead of traditional points, Target Circle rewards accumulate automatically as you shop. Once you earn a reward, it shows up in your account and can be applied to a future purchase.
This is where strategy comes in. Saving rewards for a bigger shopping trip or using them when you’re already buying essentials helps stretch your budget without changing what you buy.
Target Circle members usually receive a birthday reward each year, plus occasional limited-time bonuses tied to seasonal sales or special promotions. These are easy wins if you’re already planning a Target trip.
The Target app is the easiest way to manage your Circle offers.
Before you shop:
Once saved, offers are stored in your Target Wallet and apply automatically at checkout.
Even if you’re unsure whether you’ll use an offer, it’s often worth saving it anyway. There’s no penalty if you don’t end up using it.
Using Target Circle in-store is simple and fast.
At checkout, you can:
That’s it. Any eligible Circle offers and rewards will apply automatically, as long as qualifying items are in your cart.
This makes Target Circle especially helpful for busy shopping trips when you don’t want to fumble with coupons or slow down the line.
Target Circle works seamlessly for:
Just make sure you’re logged into your Target account and have saved your offers before placing your order. If items in your cart qualify, discounts and rewards will be applied automatically at checkout.
This is a great option if you like planning ahead and avoiding impulse buys inside the store.
Target Circle really shines when you use it with intention. Here are a few easy ways to shop smarter:
You don’t need to use every deal to see benefits. Even using Target Circle occasionally can lead to noticeable savings over time.
Target Circle 360 is optional; you don’t need it to enjoy the regular Target Circle program. But if you shop often or like to stack more savings and perks, it’s worth knowing what it includes. Target Circle 360 isn’t free, but it’s priced to compete with other big retail subscriptions. It costs about $10.99 per month or $99 per year. Target Circle Card holders can often get a discounted annual rate (around $49/year). College students and government assistance recipients can get a Target Circle 360 membership for $4.99/month.
Target Circle 360 is great for shoppers who want faster delivery, more flexibility on returns, and extra opportunities to save or to snag gifts and perks. You can still stack these benefits with free Target Circle offers you find in-store or in the app, making your overall Target strategy even smarter.
Target Circle fits into real life. You don’t have to shop perfectly, coupon aggressively, or track anything manually. You just save offers, shop as usual, and let the program do the rest.
If you’re already shopping deals at Target, Target Circle is a simple way to be more intentional with your spending, and a great complement to the Target Circle deals we share here.d
Used thoughtfully, it’s one of the easiest ways to save money at Target without adding stress to your routine.
Most Target Circle deals automatically apply at checkout, but there are some deals you’ll need to tap to add to your account before purchasing.
Yes, Target Circle Rewards expire if you don’t earn or redeem them for a year. Your expiration date can be found under Wallet in the Target app.
At checkout, enter your phone number on the keypad or open the Target app, click “Wallet” at the bottom, then “Show My Barcode,” which you can then scan.
A basic membership, which gives you access to special deals and bonus offers, is free. If you want free delivery and even more perks, there’s also a paid tier.
Activate any rewards or bonuses you want to receive in your Target Circle account. Then, enter your phone number or scan your digital card at checkout.
Target Circle is not a credit or debit card. It’s a free loyalty program that helps you save when shopping at Target, without any credit card required.
And be sure to check out all the best current Target deals here!
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2 bags French Green Beans – $5.36
1 bag Riced Cauliflower – $1.39
1 Cauliflower – $2.99
1 30ct bag Multi-Colored Peppers – $2.39
1 pkg Broccoli Crowns – $2.42
1 can Organic Black Beans – $0.95
1 gallon Whole Milk – $2.96
1 5-lb bag Flour – $1.99
1 family-size box Cinnamon Crunch Squares – $2.89
1 box Rice Squares – $2.75
1 tub Cookie Dough Ice Cream – $2.95
1 box Butter Quarters – $3.09
1 pkg Chocolate Chips – $3.49
1 box Organic Chickpea Pasta Macaroni and Cheese – $2.69 (My husband did the shopping and brought this new product home for me to try!)
1 box Organic Whole Wheat Spaghetti Noodles – $1.89
1 jar Cinnamon – $0.98
1 bag Chopped Pecans – $3.59
2 cans Biscuits – $3.50
1 2-lb bag Shredded Mozzarella Cheese – $6.49
1-lb Sausage – $2.89
1 large pkg Thick Pepperoni – $6.99
1 pkg Turkey Pepperoni – $2.89
1 pkg Deli Meat – $4.15
1 Graham Cracker Crust – $1.25
1 Cantina Fresh Salsa – $2.29 (We LOVE this salsa!)
Total: $75.22
5 bags Bear Naked Granola – $9.95, used $1.50/2 Bear Naked Publix Digital Coupon, plus received (5) $1/1 Bear Naked Ibotta Rebates – $3.45 for 5 after Coupon and Rebates
1 tub Cottage Cheese – $3.49 (My Aldi has been out of all kinds of cottage cheese for weeks now!)
1 bag Unreal Chocolates – $5.99, received $5.99 Aisle Rebate – FREE after Rebate
5 bags Siete Cookies – $10.98, received (5) $1.25/1 Siete Cookies Ibotta Rebates – $4.73 for 5 after Rebates
2 Annie Chun’s Noodles – $4.49, received (2) $1/1 Annie Chun’s Ibotta Rebates – $2.49 for 2 after Rebates
2 jars Bertolli – $3.73, received 1,250 points ($1.25) from Fetch – $2.48 for 2 after Rebate
2 bags Orchard Valley Harvest Nuts – $9, received 700 points from Swagbucks ($7) plus received $1.75 from Checkout51 – $0.25 for 2 after Rebates
2 tubs Fage Sour Cream – $2.99, used $2/2 Fage Publix Digital Coupon, plus received (2) $0.75/1 Fage Ibotta Rebates – $0.51 Money Maker for 2 after Coupon and Rebates
1 carton Nutpods Creamer – $5.59, received $5.59 Aisle Rebate – FREE after Rebate
2 cartons Organic Stonyfield Yogurt – $5.79, received (2) $0.75/1 Stonyfield Yogurt Ibotta Rebates – $4.29 for 2 after Rebates
1 carton Strawberries – $1.99
1 Family-Sized pkg Oreos – $2.94, received $1/1 Nabisco Ibotta Rebate – $1.94 after Rebate
~ Used $2/$10 Publix Perk
~ Received $5 Weekend Cash Dash Ibotta Rebate
Total after Coupons and Rebates: $17.60
Grocery Total for the Week: $92.82
Lazy Monkey Bread, Scrambled Eggs, Sausage (Birthday Breakfast Request)
Cereal, Oatmeal, Granola, Yogurt, Smoothies
Annie Chun’s Noodle Bowls/Boxed Mac and Cheese, Sliced Peppers
Chick-Fil-A (Birthday Lunch Request)
Deli Meat Sandwiches on Homemade Whole Wheat Bread, Chips and Salsa, Carrots x 2
Leftovers x 3
Chicken Pot Pie, Strawberries
Spaghetti, Peas
Venison Roast in the Crockpot, Roasted Cauliflower, Healthy Blueberry Muffins
Pepperoni Calzones, Green Beans, Ice Cream Pie (Birthday Dinner Request)
Chicken Enchiladas, Rice, Chocolate Chip Cookies (bringing these to a Potluck Church Dinner)
Venison Meatloaf, Baked Potatoes, Broccoli
Leftovers
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Amazon has this Jet-Puffed Marshmallow Creme, 13 Oz Jar for only $1.68 shipped when you clip the 15% off coupon and check out through Subscribe & Save.
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These Theo Organic Peanut Butter Cups are soooo good!
You can get these Theo Organic Peanut Butter Cups (24 packs) for just $24 shipped with code MSM at checkout!
That’s just $1 per pack which is an amazing deal on this brand. Choose from Milk Chocolate, Dark Chocolate, or both!
Great for Easter baskets.
These little Mini Portable Handheld Turbo Fans are so perfect for hot days!
Amazon has this Diveblues High-Speed Portable Handheld Turbo Fan for just $8.99 when you use the promo code 9KUZ5IFW at checkout!
Gretchen here! I have one of these fans and am SO impressed by it. I love it and use it all the time on hot days.
I am super impressed by how much cool air it blows. It’s perfect to stick in your purse, backpack, or car and use on a hot day. I love that the top can swivel so you can set it down beside you but still have it blow on your face.
This fan is the ultimate travel companion for vacations, festivals, concerts, and daily commutes, fitting effortlessly into your pocket, purse, or bag.
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Here’s a GREAT stock up deal on laundry detergent!
Amazon has this Arm & Hammer Plus OxiClean Fresh Burst, 77 Loads Liquid Laundry Detergent for just $4.98 shipped when you check out through Subscribe & Save!
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Need to grab some new denim? Check out this deal at JCPenney!
JCPenney has Men’s and Women’s Denim for just $25 this weekend!
There are lots of options included in this sale. Great time to grab a new pair or two!
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Valid through February 27, 2026, while supplies last.
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Wow! This is such a great deal on this 6-foot Artificial Olive Tree!
Walmart has this 6-foot Artificial Olive Tree for only $34.99 right now! Or get the 7-foot version for only $39.89 shipped!
This highly rated tree features a realistic wood trunk and lifelike olives.
You can also get the 6-foot Ficus Tree with Natural Wood Trunk for only $36.89 shipped! Also available in more sizes.
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