Author: Kara Bradford
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March Book Round-Up: Comfort Reads, Growth, and a Series I Can’t Put Down
In March, I read three books and continued the Little House series. Here are my honest reviews, a favorite homesteading read, and one nonfiction book that challenged me in the best way.
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The Hardest Part of Growing Up: Learning to Let Them Do It
For sixteen years, I was the “Chief Doer” of my home. But moving to a full-time career forced a hard realization: sometimes my “help” is actually a hurdle to my family’s growth. Join me as I trade my identity as the doer for a season of intentional grace.
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How I Actually Feed My Family on a Budget (My Real-Life System)
Feeding your family on a budget doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Here’s my real-life grocery routine, how I use reverse meal planning, and the simple meals that help us stay within budget each week.
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I’m Not a Prepper, But Here’s Why I Keep a Fully Stocked Home
Learn how I keep a stocked pantry and freezers without extreme prepping using simple habits that save money and reduce grocery stress.
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5 Small Ways I Stay Close to God During Busy Weeks
Busy weeks can make it easy to drift spiritually without even realizing it. In this post, I’m sharing five simple ways I stay close to God in the middle of everyday life, from morning devotionals to prayer in the car.
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Books I Read in February (A Very Short List)
February was a short reading month for me, but the two books I finished were perfect for this season of life. From embracing winter to enjoying simple living stories, here’s what I read in February and what’s currently on my nightstand.
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75 Day Grace: Rebuilding with Discipline and Faith
In 2021, I hit burnout hard. After healing and rebuilding my life, I realized I had neglected something important, my physical health. As I prepare to turn 46, I’m committing to 75 days of discipline rooted in grace. The 75 Grace Challenge blends faith, fitness, and intentional living, and you’re invited to join me.
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Missing Endings, Military Wisdom, and Modern Classics: My January Reading Wrap-Up
Happy February, everyone! My reading list this January was a bit of a “grab bag.” I don’t really follow a specific theme; I usually just scroll through my Goodreads TBR pile and see what’s available on Kindle Unlimited or grab whatever is calling to me from my physical bookshelf. This month took me from the…
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44 Books I Read in 2025: Honest Reviews, Faith Reflections, and Favorites
In 2025, I read 44 books across a wide range of genres, from faith-based reads that reshaped my motherhood to comfort rereads and surprising favorites. Some books deeply impacted my daily life, others fell flat, but each one reflected a season of growth, curiosity, and learning to read wherever I could.
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Why I felt Calmer in 2020: and How I’m Finding Peace Again
When the world shut down in 2020, I felt calmer than ever. As I reflect on that season, I’m realizing it wasn’t the circumstances that gave me peace, it was the rhythms. This is what anchored me then, and what I’m intentionally bringing back now.