Character Matters When we started having children it wasn’t hard to keep track of undesirable behavior in one or two of them. As more children came along, we realized it was getting harder to keep track of each and every issue that could potentially produce bad character traits. We can plead, promise, talk or yell, […]
The year has flown by, and we all know 2020 was an ‘interrupted’ year. We have had to work harder this year than usual to keep our children encouraged. They’ve been fearful, sad, and uncertain at times. We finally decided to quit talking about the news, quit watching the news, and dwell. I’m referring to
Do things diligently. Proverbs 21:5 “The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but every one who is hasty comes only to want.” Let’s talk about diligence as a matter of duty to others. We try to teach our children that their work is important. Whatever work it may be, it affects other people,
“I came to visit, but you weren’t here. I’ll be back later, love George.” Instantly she remarks, “George who?” We all laugh with her. George, 94-years-old, her husband of 74 years, came to visit while she was in physical therapy – the therapy she has refused to take for over 3 years. Today, she was
It’s hard to maintain joy if you focus on circumstances, things of the world, media, or too much of the news. Your heart becomes restless, depressed and you become unproductive. “Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.” Colossians 3:2 One thing that has disrupted my joy lately is seeing other
Quivering As the Trees – When Fear Overtakes Me What is your fear? With the week’s responsibilities and trials, it’s easy to get weighed down and sometimes fretful. Have you been there? All of sudden the list of things to do comes rushing at you like waves out of control. I don’t know about you,
First, some projects I have been working on for the last couple of weeks… A quilt for an upcoming quilt class… My embroidery design for the upcoming Seasons At Home magazine. We will have more pictures of these later! I love the new embroidery designs we’ve been working on. Now for some ice cream. Recently,
If you’re a pen and paper recipe gal, we have some lovely free recipe cards for you! Just click, download, and enjoy! There are four different designs. Make sure you have the latest adobe reader. These printable cards are 6″ x 4″. Use a light colored sturdy paper like cardstock and print. Cut around the
As much as we love the snowy winters here in Colorado, there is something equally exciting about our “growing season.” Yesterday we were officially able to start our garden! We are starting most of our seeds inside, rather than outside like we did last year. Last year really was dry and most of our seeds
and give your seat to the lady standing… I’ve seen many courteous men and boys. I’ve equally seen, and sadly seen more often, the opposite. I’m training my boys to understand that ladies must be first. Ladies first! It’s terrible when my 18-year-old son understands this concept, but a 70-year-old man in the grocery store
I’m sorely tempted each time I pray to wonder where it went. As the day passes, I recall my pleadings to the Lord and say, “Remember this morning Father?” The past few days my devotionals from Elisabeth Elliot have been direct answers to my daily questions. This morning I was reminded that prayer sets forth
This was the Elisabeth Elliot newsletter for today.. I thought I would share it here 🙂 I love reading articles by Elisabeth Elliot, and have many of her books. I especially love it when the daily newsletter seems to pertain to what we are going through at the time. Right now for our family, it
