As I putter around the house contemplating the list of things to do and anticipating the new year I keep having little thoughts of what I could do di…

That will work.  Life seasons are in transition around here so I consider our home under construction for renovations taking place!  I hope to share…

I often wonder why I keep a Facebook account or a blog. I have grown very wary of exposing much of myself to people who really don’t know me very wel…

Thanksgiving came later this year.  It's Sunday and my Thanksgiving company left around noon.  It's always a bitter sweet - I love the time …

Sometimes I am simply overwhelmed at how God works in my life. If I tried to write down all the ways I see Him at work you might giggle a bit at what…

One thing about attending Allume - the goodie bags are filled with books, books, books!  Love those books! The last stack of books waiting to be read…

... and so much more. Two weeks ago today I joined the women at Allume for what would be a life-changing experience for so many of us.  There is much…

Preparing for rain... May I be honest... These were the thoughts I wanted to hang onto last night for a post I thought I'd write today.  But th…

That is a very good question.  What do you do when people change?  When you change and you know it might have a negative impact on the relationships …

Sometimes I feel like I’m “ Lost in a Sea of Faces ”. My blog just a trivial drip in the ocean of words written by other women in hopes they will touch…

A print-friendly button!  I love it when I go to one of my favorite cooking blogs and there is an option to print - friendly :-)  Most of my best dis…

Praise and Coffee Seriously??? YES!!!

Think I'm being called to do this... http://www.theneighborhoodcafe.net/

Coming soon.  The idea is still churning around in my busy brain.  Here are some hints: Grounds - you know like what's left after you brew a pot …

Some folks would disagree with me but I say this is the most wonderful time of the year.  And although some may disagree there are plenty who join me…

I feel great joy today.  The restless heart that has pondered so much these past months seems to have gained a hope that was missing until today.  It…

I had a great realization earlier this week.  I shared it with my friend who I knew would understand.  I've spent so much time trying to figure o…

Meet me at The Secret Ingredient

Oh where to post this yummy delight! My basil over-floweth :-) This could be from the Simple Garden or the Secret Ingredient but I'll just post i…

at first I just wanted to poo-poo her (she's my friend, I can do that).  But I spent some time thinking about it today and I think she's righ…

People are hurting.  We all hurt.  There are times when we hurt more than other times.  Sometimes we become numb to what's hurting us, thinking t…

I had a really bad day yesterday.  The great thing is I can look back on it today and see where it went all wrong and what part I played in my meltdo…

I shared some thoughts at Homeschool Life Support.

You read that right, didn't you?  It's not what we're used to hearing.  Most of us grew up hearing someone or several someones telling us…

Sometimes you come across something that just simply says you like me - you know you do! And if you like this like I do - please check out her Etsy …

Okay, so this kitchen actually belongs to someone.  It's not just a model kitchen I found on a website.  As you may or may not know, I am a long…

Laundry Room Contemporary Laundry Room by Ocala Closet & Home Storage Designers ClosetMaid

The search for inspiration for our dream retirement home! I started a Facebook thread asking friends to help me with ideas for the ideal retirement h…

I don't expect that many will see this (I figure I'm usually just talking to myself here LOL) but just in case - would you do me this favor.�…

All I can do is share this link with you and tell you ya better go check it out!  Excuse me while I wipe the drool from my chin! I found this blog th…

That’s a common tool we learn in recovery. It’s also just wise advice given often by every day folks who’ve been around the block more than a few time…

I bought my pan today!  I asked my mom to help me out with a little something extra to include with the Traveling Pan.  I'll have to add that a …

What is it about taking the time while on vacation to write that makes me feel a wee-bit guilty?  Nearly everyone else is still sleeping with the ex…

It's a mystery why it is so difficult to find words to write here when there are always so many thoughts running through my head.  Perhaps workin…

I have been AWOL from writing here for a really long time.  I haven't felt inspired and/or haven't had the time.  Other things had higher pri…

Well, we may find out this year.  It's not that I don't want or enjoy being part of a homeschool support group - it was a very important part…

One of the hardest ever.  After much prayer and contemplation on my part and a deep discussion with my youngest, she has decided she wants to remain …

I seems there's never enough time to do all the things we want to do, wouldn't you agree? I decided the dead tree and the holly bushes in ou…

I just added a link to my HomeSchoolLifeSupport for Nature Study!  Check it out !

Honestly, I was beginning to wonder if we would even get around to planting this year.  Last week I had a melt down and declared I would not be hav…

That title might sound familiar if you are a country music fan.  Sitting here in the quiet of my sister-in-law's home my mind is wondering - more…

I was surfing some other blogs and as usual came across so many that I have never seen before.  We all know what happens when I do that :-)  (normall…

"What will you do with them?" Herbs that is. My dear husband asked me last year when my obsession passion for herbs appeared full blown ho…

... of my inability to focus on one topic for very long.  These are the books on my nightstand at this point in time.  It changes frequently.  That&#…

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD,  “plans to prosper you and not to harm you,  plans to give you hope and a future.  Then you wi…

It's still a work-in-progress but it's good enough!  If I wait until I think it's perfect, it will never be done.  So, welcome to the con…

Sunday evening relaxing after the most incredible Spring day - wow.  There's so much to do and I know in my head and my heart that it won't a…

I've decided to update my blog-o-sphere :-) I won't be posting here while I work on the new blog but I hope I'll be able to provide a forw…

Isn't that like a Nike or Adidas motto or something?  Well, it should be my motto!  The light flickered in the darkness yesterday (or was it toda…

I have gone much longer than a week at a time without checking the computer for Facebook, e-mail and blogging but not lately.  I have found myself in…

...comparing and fretting that is.  Wondering why I keep finding myself back here trying to pull words together that make sense and will touch someon…

I was given a gift this week; a new perspective.  I pray that I can hold on to the new perspective in the days that come when I will be inclined to s…