It’s Fall Y’all–Time to Decorate
Well, I finally finished decorating for one of my very favorite seasons: FALL! In a previous post I shared with you some ideas I pinned from some awesome sites and Pinterest. Now I’ll share with you...
View ArticleParisian Birthday Party
I cannot believe my piggy-tailed, freckle-faced little girl is sixteen! It just so hard to fathom. She is not one to like a big fuss being made over her or to have a large party. She asked for a...
View ArticleNew Design
Well it was time for a change. I felt my my blog was becoming a little too busy, so I decided to simplify the design. I hope it makes posts and information easier for you to read. I look forward to...
View ArticleFinancial Security
“You believe your wealth will buy security, putting your family’s nest beyond the reach of danger” Habakkuk 2:9. We are doing a disservice to ourselves, others, and to our witness for God when we...
View ArticleThankfulness Thursday – My Debt was Paid!
We want what we think we deserve. I’ll tell you what I think I deserve: to be forsaken, tortured, spat upon, beaten, whipped, nailed and hung on a cross and crucified for my sins. Guess what—By the...
View Article24 Names of Jesus Ornaments
In years past we’ve used a Jesse Tree and devotions during the Christmas season. This year, as I was pinning some of my favorite Christmas crafts I came across a picture of some beautifully crafted...
View ArticleChristmas Subway Art
Proverbs 16:24 says, “Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.” There is an old proverb that says, “Words are the keys to the heart.” Words are very powerful...
View ArticleTasteful Tuesday – Granola Bars
Granola bars are a staple in our home. My children think they are the perfect snack. I used to purchase prepackaged granola bars, but I started making my own a few years ago. I’ve tried several...
View ArticleWise Tip Wednesday – Valentine’s Wreath for All Seasons
I am completely obsessed with wreaths! I have a collection hanging on the walls of my garage for storage when not in use. I’m kinda running out of room! I’ve really been trying to eliminate some of...
View ArticleValentine’s Day Tablescape
In preparation for Valentine’s Day, I spent hours thinking of the perfect decorations without breaking the budget. Valentine’s Day is a time for love. True love, God’s love, is the most important...
View ArticleTasteful Tuesday – Homemade Freezer Tomato Sauce
Our family eats tomatoes in some form in at least one weekly meal, many times more. I usually purchase what I thought was a clean canned tomato sauce, with the exception of it being canned, BPA, etc....
View ArticleWise Tip Wednesday – Researching Foods and Allergies
My youngest daughter was recently diagnosed by her pediatrician with food allergies. This is uncharted territory for our family. I am still in the research phase and trying to process all of this....
View ArticleWe’re Never Truly Alone
There comes a time in everyone’s life when they encounter loneliness. It may come from being misunderstood, losing a loved one, disolution of a relationship, physical or spiritual abandonement....
View ArticleTasteful Tuesday – Acorn Squash Soup
I’ve been ordering produce through a co-op called Brown Box Veggies. I received an acorn squash in my box this weekend. I really wasn’t sure how I wanted to cook it since I’m probably the only one...
View ArticleWise Tip Wednesday – Tips for Shortening Time in the Kitchen
Cooking and baking are two of my favorite pastimes. I love serving my family by preparing healthy foods for them. It is so rewarding to see their smiling faces and hear them ask for another helping....
View ArticleThankfulness Thursday – Prayer Warriors: A Cherished Treasure
What is a prayer warrior? A prayer warrior is a precious, priceless gift from God. I am so very extremely humbled and blessed by the gift God has given me in prayer warriors. satan (No, it’s not a...
View ArticleTasteful Tuesday – Gluten Free Brownies
We recently discovered my oldest blessing is intolerant to gluten. I’ll fill you in some of the details later, but for now I’m experimenting with converting some of our favorite recipes to gluten...
View ArticleTasteful Tuesday – Homemade Tortillas
When trying to readjust our grocery budget a while back, I realized we were spending an inordinant amount of money on all natural tortillas. Not only are they pricey, but I was spending a lot of money...
View ArticleWise Tip Wednesday – Teaching Children the True Meaning of Easter
For each and every holiday throughout the year, we feel the pull of the world’s version and point-of-view, especially during Christian holidays like Christmas and Easter. Since we are teaching our...
View ArticleThankfulness Thursday – God’s Timing is Everything
There are hundreds of sayings and cliches involving the subject of time. “Timing is everything” is one of the most popular. However, I know from experience that my timing isn’t “everything”. A...
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