One Little Secret

Today in Darlene Schacht’s blog she interviewed Allison Bottke, author of One Little Secret. Darlene is also giving us the opportunity to win an iPod Shuffle and a copy of Allison’s book! All you have to do is tell us all what your one little secret is. Oh, don’t forget to mention Allison’s book [...]

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Frugal Fridays

This week’s frugal tip is about reusing things. There are many items that can be reused in our homes, especially in the kitchen. Even buying items at thrift stores and garage/yard/estate sales is reusing, when you think about it. And it’s not just easier on the budget, it’s easier on the earth if you like [...]

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Thursday Thankfuls

So sorry it’s nearly 10:00 p.m. here in Oregon and I’m just now posting my Thankfuls. Being away from home, I’m not in my normal routines and my blogging has been falling by the wayside some. But here I am, and it’s not even Friday yet. Sorry for no pictures this week but I forgot [...]

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Works For Me Wednesday

I’m out of town this week visiting a friend (which is wonderful, by the way!). I hate the way my clothes get so wrinkly when they’re packed in a suitcase. I have learned that rolling them up instead of folding them helps. But I’ve found something even better, especially since I wear all dresses and [...]

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Well Versed

Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we rejoice in our [...]

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The F-Word Revisited

I had a frustrating phone call with a family member last night. Part of it was my fault because when he asked me how I was, I told him I was tired. I had just dragged my exhausted self off the couch to make dinner and “tired” just came out automatically. I should know better [...]

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Frugal Fridays

Do you go through a gazillion paper towels or paper napkins at your table for meals? Buying cloth napkins can clearly save money but even these can be spendy if you buy them new. I was recently in our local dollar store perusing the aisles when I saw the colorful dishrags calling out to me. [...]

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Oh. My. Goodness!

I walked into the bedroom for something earlier this evening and this is what I found:
I could just die of pure, kitty-lovin’ bliss!
Now that was the picture of a lifetime.

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Recipe Rhumba

Yesterday while leisurely perusing one of the magazines in my stack, I came across a cookie recipe that yelled out to me, “Try me! Try me NOW!” So I did. Oh my, these cookies are fabulous! Crisp on the outside, chewy on the inside, and chock full of gingery goodness. If you are a ginger [...]

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Weigh In

I thought I’d give you a little follow-up to my Dreamland post. You know, the one where weighing 209 was my punishment for swiping toothbrush and toothpaste from my dad? Well, I weighed myself at my p-doc (psychiatrist) appointment Tuesday. I’m proud and ever so happy to tell you what the scale said…200!It’s been months [...]

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Thursday Thankfuls

How do I thank Thee? Let me count the ways!1. Half a dozen tomatoes and a green pepper from our garden. (Naturally I didn’t think to take a picture of the pepper until right after I cut it.) Everyone’s gardens are flourishing, it’s wonderful!2. We had a couple days of needed rain this week. The [...]

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