My Blog Roll: Stuff I like to Read

There are a LOT of great blogs out there for women in general for just about any topic imaginable. I really enjoy searching out fun and interesting new blogs to read up on to get creative ideas for organizing and repurposing, strategic ways of dealing with Aria's latest outburst or just an encouraging read to make a somewhat crummy day a little better. Here are a few of the blogs I keep up with.

Smile is a Choice by Rebekah Johnson is always a great read. It's a little bit of everything, but mostly a positive outlook on everything from losing her hubby's wedding ring to her New Year's theme. 

Donya Dunlap is a single Christian woman who writes about finding your identity in Christ and cultivating a beautiful relationship with Him. Always Jesus-focused and fantastic writing. Her new book is coming out soon, and you can check out the details on it there. 

Prudent Baby is THE #1 stop for DIY moms. I love going there to browse around at all their great creative ideas for decorating, organizing and repurposing. Always something interesting going on there. 

Modge Podge Rocks  is exactly what it sounds like: an entire blog dedicated to the many wonderful uses of modge podge. She includes simple break-downs of all of her crafts and encourages you to try things out on your own. Lots of great ideas here.

HE{ART} Journaling is written be a personal friend of mine who is a very creative pastor's wife. She shares great decor ideas, some homeschooling tips and great devotionals. Love her and her blog. Bonus: check out her great Etsy site as well - some fun handmade gifts for everyone :)

Purposeful Homemaking  is one of the first blogs I started following regularly after starting my own, and it's a really fabulous resource. Homeschooling, going all-natural, organic eating, creative learning and playtime activities - Becky's got it all. She also has frequent giveaways that are always fun to take part in. 

Just a Glimpse - the Life and Times of the 5 McCoy's  is a blog by a mom who's just trying to keep it real. She's refreshingly honest about her own struggles and takes you on a journey with her through parenting. She's also a personal friend of mine, and it's been great to get to know her in and out of the blogosphere :)

I'm sure I missed some, but those are my most frequently read blogs, and I enjoy all of them with their different perspectives and outlooks. One thing I've really enjoyed about the trend of "MomBlogs" is that there are so many ideas and world views out there, it challenges you to broaden your horizons and get more creative. The blogging community is also great if you're a SAHM who gets lonely/bored staying home all the time. There are a ton of ladies who are going through the same thing you are, and they can be a huge encouragement to you as you go through mommyhood.

What are some of your favorite blogs and why?