We survived the first month of the new year! Overall, a good month. Weather was great – although for a few days, Sharpshooter wanted to build an ark. I began making my own dog food for our beloved Sam! Made the decision to not color my hair until it is completely grown out and I… [Read More]
a year with aslan
Lucy felt a little frightened, but she felt very inquisitive and excited as well. She looked back over her shoulder and there, between the dark tree trunks, she could still see the open doorway of the wardrobe and even catch a glimpse of the empty room from which she had set out. (She had, of… [Read More]
guest blogger carol hartsoe*
RECORD SNOW FOR 2012 Are you ready????? For 2012 I mean. Or, are you filled with fear and dread like most of the world. I am here to convey to you hope and excitement for the NEW YEAR. The number 12 means the government of God. He is ushering in the Kingdom of God. God… [Read More]
satisfaction
This Christmas season my prayer for my loved ones, myself, and all of you is that our satisfaction and fulfillment are found in none other than Christ Alone, our Hope of Glory. There is no gift, no amount of money, no feel-good emotion, no want-to, no career, nor achievement that can fill us with True… [Read More]
who’s watching the children?
Does this photo bother anyone else? These mom’s are sitting at a child’s playground while their children are playing.
snow day soup
1/2 lb Italian sausage, turkey sausage, brats, or your choice of links! 1 onion, chopped 3 carrots, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 1/2 cup elbow macaronis or any other available pasta (needed for the starch) 1 large bay leaf tsp of dried parsley tsp of dried thyme 1/4 tsp black pepper 3 T tomato paste… [Read More]
thanks giving post script
He is only eight years and five months old (today!) but he has the heart of a much older, wiser man. A man of grace and character and I am terribly pleased he is my grandson. After our big and scrumptious Thanksgiving feast, we had planned a walk, and with our bellies full and hearts light… [Read More]
thanks giving
My favorite holiday for many reasons. no gift expectations breaking bread giving thanks counting blessings family together the smells 4-day weekend God’s grace abundance and stuffing May your Thanksgiving celebration be filled with gratitude and joy. Rejoicing in Hope!