Standing on the Promises of God
Do you remember the hymn “Standing on the Promises”? I grew up signing it in church and its words ring in my head to this day.
Spring Cleaning for the Heart and Home
Get ready for this year's 2nd Annual Spring Clean Challenge. It begins March 1, 2010!
Overcoming Weary Mommy Syndrome
For many years I have struggled under my own expectations, or a list of what I “thought” I was to do to flourish as a wife, mother and homemaker in a way that would bring glory to God. This list of expectations included lots of ideals that on the outside seemed good...
Q & A: Structuring the Day for a Toddler
I haven't tried a more structured routine because I fear I cannot keep being consistent with it. He does spend a lot of time alone during the day as I tend my 1 yr old(nursing, changing, (etc.) I have never considered him being alone causing his independence, but I can see where it would.
A Year of Family Worship: Scripture Memory
Family worship is a perfect time to work on Scripture Memory as a family. I remember the very first verse I ever committed to memory. It was Romans 6:23 and I was just 9 years old. It has stuck with me all these years.
Little Things
Tenderly, God cares for each of us as part of His glorious creation. Every sunrise and sunset reveal God's Sovereign order. The rains and the snows deliver sustenance to the grass and remind us of God's daily provisions.
The Christian Walk
Standing on the Promises of God
Photo Credit: Sias van Schalkwyk Do you remember the hymn “Standing on the Promises”? I grew up signing it...
A Year of Family Worship: Scripture Memory
“Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.” Psalm 119:11 Family worship...
Royal By Blood
Key Verse: “ But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that...
A Year of Family Worship: Getting Started
How do you get started with Family Worship if you have never done it before? First, I would suggest you seek the...
Under Construction
Memory Verse: “So this is what the Sovereign LORD says: ‘See, I lay a stone in Zion, a tested stone, a precious ...
Buttons for A Year of Family Worship
You can copy and paste the code directly into your blog and let others know you are participating in “A...
A Year of Family Worship: Church History
“O come, let us worship and bow down: let us kneel before the LORD our maker.” Psalm 95:6 For the last...
Little Things
Photo Credit: Amber Wallace Memory Verse: “Great is your love toward me.” (Psalm 86:13 NIV) Marty and...
Friendships: What the Bible Says About Them
Have you ever noticed that you tend to act like the people you’re around most? Think about it for just a moment....
Letters to God: Movie Review
Last night I had the privilege of attending a pre-release screening for pastors and church leaders of the new movie,...
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Spring Clean, Year ‘Round: Product Review
Spring Clean Year ‘Round I received this lovely tin in the mail today! It is made by a very creative lady...
Overcoming Weary Mommy Syndrome
For many years I have struggled under my own expectations, or a list of what I “thought” I was to do to flourish...
The 3 P’s: Foundations of Frugality
Using the 3 P’s, has helped me stay within my budget. I have found that thinking in a special way helps...
Q & A: Structuring the Day for a Toddler
Q: Melissa, Thanks so much for your reply. I haven’t tried a more structured routine because I fear I cannot...
Rainy Day Fun
This year, it seems as if there has been more rain than ever. Some of you have seen a lot of snow and have been...
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Shelia’s Cream Cheese Patties
“This recipe was given to me by one of my dear friends, Shelia. She brought these patties to potluck and...
Garlic Cheese Butter
1 cup Butter, softened 1/4 tsp Garlic powder 2tsp Lemon juice 3/4 tsp Italian seasoning 1 c Cheddar, shredded 1/8...
Angel Food Cake
18 egg whites 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1 pinch salt 1 1/2 cups white sugar 1 cup cake flour 1/2 cup confectioners’...
Carrot Rice
1 cup basmati rice 2 cups water 1/4 cup roasted peanuts 1 tablespoon margarine 1 onion, sliced 1 teaspoon ginger...
Shaving Cream Paint
I found this idea over at No Time for Flash Cards. Shaving Cream Paint 3/4 cup shaving cream 1/4 cup white school...
Vegan Tapioca Pudding
This recipe is taken from Vegan Homestyle by Kay Hansen. Tapioca Pudding 4 cups almond milk 1/2 cup honey 1/3 pearl...
Homemade Cream Soup: Improve Health and Save Money
Cream soups make such comforting casseroles and side dishes. They are a popular ingredient, but full of MSG. When...
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The Schoolhouse Expo
Do you homeschool? Then, you won’t want to miss this!! Registration is open for The Schoolhouse Expo! 3...
Menu Plan Monday
Breakfast S – Asiago Bagels with Cream Cheese M – Asiago bagels with Cream Cheese T – Cream of...
Cleaning the Kitchen….
is so much more fun while watching the Hallmark Channel in the evenings! They have the sweetest movies! Last year...
Grab Our Spring Button
You can copy and paste the “Scripture Tag” code directly into your blog! TIP: It helps to paste the...
L.O.V.E. Putting Your Love Styles to Work for You: Book Review
L.O.V.E. : Putting Your Love Style to Work for You by Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott I opened this book, turned...
Menu Plan Monday
After last week’s detox and not cooking anything at all… I am looking forward to some regular meals! Breakfast...
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The Schoolhouse Expo
Do you homeschool? Then, you won’t want to miss this!! Registration is open for The Schoolhouse Expo! 3...
Finding the Perfect Curriculum…
Even though our current school year is in full swing, I’m already planning ahead for next fall: curriculums,...
Free Printables
I always love it when I find new free printables for our homeschool. I came across this website – Sunflower...
Rainy Day Fun
This year, it seems as if there has been more rain than ever. Some of you have seen a lot of snow and have been...
The Prairie Girl’s Guide to Life – Book Review and Giveaway
The Prairie Girls Guide to Life: How to Sew a Sampler Quilt & 49 Other Pioneer Projects for the Modern Girl This...
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