I’m amazed at how long ago the beginning of a week can seem. When I flipped through to see what pictures I had taken this past week, I thought, “We did that just the beginning of the week?” It seemed like it was much longer ago! Hello to painting fun and art class and creating […]
Hand-Knitted Farmhouse Dishcloth Giveaway-Just Because!
How about a giveaway just for the fun of it? I have been enjoying knitting dishcloths again and I thought it would be fun to offer to give three dishcloths to someone! They are not made by a professional of any sorts, but if you’ve ever used hand-knitted dishcloths and loved them, or if you never have, but would […]
A Few Things I’m Finding Delightful Today
We had a lovely rain yesterday. We could still use more rain, but we’re thankful for anything we get. It was gray and drizzly most of the day. It made for a cozy day. It was lovely to see the sunshine this morning and have wonderfully cool air. This is the kind of weather I […]
Hand-Knitted Farmhouse Dishcloths
When we were in Ohio, we visited my Grandmother. She is almost 92 years old. Earlier this spring she wasn’t very well at all and we really thought she would be in heaven right now, instead of still on this earth. She slowly improved though, till she was no longer just in bed and no longer needed […]
My New Clothespin Apron
I have a new clothes pin apron and it makes me happy. I’d been wanting a new one. My old one had had some issues in the form of some holes that had worn through. It had been very serviceable for many years. I also had this wish for a cute clothes pin apron. Somehow it is more […]
Lego Creations
There’s this phenomenon of being a mother that amuses me, yet I enjoy it too. It’s that thing where you love the creations that your kids draw, build, or create. You are amazed and delighted in the creations they come up with. (And you think about how smart they are and wonder how they can be your […]
In Which I Am Quirky About Drinking Glasses…
If you are looking for an in-depth, mind-stirring blog post to read, this would not be the one. Nope, this one is pretty much fluff and fun. I like a good mix of both kinds in my life. Today, I am simply reflecting on one of my personal quirks. Aren’t people funny? I am […]
Some of the Titles I’ve Recently Read
I like to have a book or two or three that I am reading and can pick up and read a chapter or two or three when I get a chance. Sometimes in the afternoon or early evening or at bedtime. Sometimes when I’m tired and just want to sit down. Sometimes when I have […]
Kitchen Appliances
Right before harvest really officially gets under way for us, I am browsing the classifieds on Nextech. I have jumped onto their site a few times to check out the appliances that other people no longer need or want, and have listed for sale. I haven’t been especially diligent about checking and haven’t seen anything I am very interested in […]
Three Things:Kitchen Utensils
Three of my very favorite kitchen tools would be: My Pampered Chef Mix N Chop – I use it every time I fry hamburger or sausage! It does a great job breaking up meat. I also like the job it does when I’m mixing up meatloaf or meatballs. It helps cut the eggs and meat […]
Habakkuk 3:17-18
Habbukkuk 3:17-18 Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in […]
Cinnamon Rolls and My Butter Dish
This was the vignette on my kitchen table this morning. My daughter commented on it looking like a picture, so I picked up my camera and took some pictures. And then edited out the jar-of-peanut-butter-with-the-red-lid that was in the edge of the picture! Photo editing is so handily handy. I wished my table had some […]
For A Word On…
Some inspiring reads and finds and things I thought I’d share… For a word on remembering and never forgetting go here… For a word on the key to a good marriage go here… For a word on knowing if you have the ability to accomplish something go here… For a word on […]
Cloth Napkins
My daughter’s second sewing project was making cloth napkins. I love them. They are a very cute pattern and you could have all kinds of fun choosing different materials for making them. My daughter enjoyed making them and we are enjoying using them! These are the napkins ironed and folded… and this is […]
Two New Releases
Two new releases that are on my Amazon wishlist! 1. Money Saving Mom’s book that released this month! I have entered several giveaways hoping to win this book. So far my name hasn’t been chosen! Keeping my fingers crossed! 2. The movie “Courageous” that releases on dvd today! My dear husband took me to see it […]
7 Prayers for 7 Days
I came across a very neat idea this morning! Prayer cards for seven daily prayers for your children. Money Saving Mom linked to it on her blog. Go to the blog, When You Rise to find the printables and read about the origin of her idea and what she put together. I bought a Scotch […]