I have to laugh... God has a fantastic sense of humor, in case you didn't know that already. I finally laid down all my plans, my dreams, my hopes of a homestead. I laid them down because it was not my husbands calling from the Lord. I knew it, it wasn't. He didn't have … [Read more...] about Glory
gardening
::In my kitchen::
In the true homesteading spirit, I am doing my best to really use e.v.e.r.y.t.h.i.n.g and not let things go to waste. This years sunflowers are coming in a little at a time and being saved for seed. Eating and planting for next year... and drying some for my fall decorating that … [Read more...] about ::In my kitchen::
this moment :: 8.9.13
. . . . . . . . . . {this moment}A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember.If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the … [Read more...] about this moment :: 8.9.13
How our garden is growing :: 8.8.13
The garden is a busy place right now. Some things are finishing up for the season. Making room for new plants to arrive for the fall garden that we ARE planting this year. The sunflowers are tall, proud and gorgeous. I love that in this quick snapshot, we see a bee making … [Read more...] about How our garden is growing :: 8.8.13
Canning Days
Canning days are a special time around here. It's been a tradition a long time in the making. We had canning days when Nannie Red was still alive. Those were glorious days to be in our family. The kids helped too, but afterwards, we got to play! Time has passed and now … [Read more...] about Canning Days
