I know summer is only half over, but my brain is certainly gearing up for the new school year. I really love to plan and make lists, so I think this is fun. However, summer days go by quickly, and planning a school year is a big job—so it takes me several weeks to get it all done. I'm a big fan ... Read More about Practical Planning for a New School Year
Handling Things in a Large Family
I've been asked "How do you handle everything with so many kids" so many times recently that I thought it would be fun to write a blog post about it. Then I saw this question repeated in a yahoo group today, and so, yup, it's time to write that blog post! The fact of the matter for me is that I ... Read More about Handling Things in a Large Family
Another favorite song…
Last Friday, I posted about one of my favorite songs. Well, today, I have a NEW favorite to tell about. It's new to me, as of this summer, but probably some of you have known about it for awhile. It's called "Speak, O Lord," and it's written by Keith and Kristin Getty, and it's on their album "In ... Read More about Another favorite song…
DAYBOOK ENTRY FOR MONDAY, JULY 13, 2009…
Outside my window… It's sunny and pleasantly warm. Honestly, I've lived a lot of places, and I think Minnesota has the BEST weather in the entire country! I am thinking… how much I'll miss my husband (and oldest son) this week while they're away at camp together. Will Saturday ever come? I am ... Read More about DAYBOOK ENTRY FOR MONDAY, JULY 13, 2009…
God’s Lesson Plans
In the book of Ephesians, we learn that we are members of God's household, "built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets" (Ephesians 2:19-20). Paul refers to this again in 2 Timothy 3:14-17, when he reminds young pastor Timothy, "But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have ... Read More about God’s Lesson Plans
Doughnut Recipe
We made some doughnuts at home this morning. No, these aren't healthy! :-) Yes, they're healthier than store-bought. Well, anyway, enjoy.... 2 1/2 cups flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1 cup sugar 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp cloves 1/4 tsp. nutmeg 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla 1 tbsp. ... Read More about Doughnut Recipe
A Mother’s Workmanship
"The wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down" (Proverbs 14:1, NIV). Just as God has made you His workmanship (Ephesians 2:10), you also have a special "craft project" going on in your home. You guessed it! Your children! A wise woman builds her house, ... Read More about A Mother’s Workmanship
Some great reading for a rainy night…
It might not be rainy where you live, but it's pouring cats and dogs here. So on this wet evening, here are some "just-can't-miss-them" blog posts I've been enjoying: http://50shousewife.blogspot.com/2009/06/someone-has-to-do-it.html -- "Someone Has to Do It" -- This blogger talks about the ... Read More about Some great reading for a rainy night…
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