Yesterday I had my first official tummy touching. David and I went to the local market and ran into our friend, Barb. She was officially the first person to touch my pregnant tummy. I’m actually surprised I made it to 23+ weeks before someone …
I found this recipe for 5-minute southwest layered salad in the Spring 2006 Food & Family magazine that Kraft sends me. I don’t usually find recipes in their publication because they require too many prepackaged, processed foods. However, …
My Heart Can Understand By Carol Besset Hayman I do not wish to gather fame or fortune,I am content with what each morning brings.My place in life is small and not noteworthy,I’m happiest among the quiet things. The garden swing at twilight is …
I’ve been quietly pondering this post for a number of weeks, turning it over in my mind before I ever sat down to actually write. I know God wants me to write it and I am glad to do so. I believe Christians often go through experiences that …
Since I took a break I’ve been behind (way behind!) on my blog reading. I’m slowly getting caught up and there’s been plenty to catch up on. I’ve found myself shedding tears of sorrow and joy while I’ve been catching up. …
Yes, we are having a GIRL! I had my ultrasound this morning and the technician was very sure Peanut is a girl. She was an active little thing and the ultrasound went rather long. In the end, the technician was able to get all the information, but …
I mentioned before that a thoughtful reader sent me a copy of the most fascinating book – Sanders New Series – The New School Reader: Fourth Book from 1855. The subtitle says “Embracing a Comprehensive System of Instruction in the …
I really enjoyed my break from blogging. We didn’t go anywhere, but I just enjoyed the time at home. David worked on a house project and I spent a lot of time in the kitchen. My energy level has improved quite a bit over the past week and it …
There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven. Ecclesiastes 3:1 One of the great things about living in Michigan is that there are four very definite seasons. In Michigan, winter is winter – cold and snowy. In the …
The words content and contentment are only used about a dozen times in the Bible, yet all believers would certainly agree that it is a character quality basic to godly living. Cultivating contentment is a worthy spiritual endeavor. One well-known …
