We knew something wasn’t right. It just didn’t perform like it should. But, we let it die a slow death. This is what I saw when I woke up Sunday morning. Mr. Coffee upside down on the breakfast table with a screwdriver in… (well, I rather not say.) When I was wishing – I was […]
Archives for 2011
EASY/Frugal DINNER: Hobo or Campfire Meal made on grill
Easy Hobo Campfire Meal for the Grill There are some nights that I just don’t want to heat up my already HOT Texas Kitchen. My kids started loving this meal a couple of summers ago, when they made it at camp. I changed the way they made it – just a tad. I NEVER follow […]
A is for Attack and a Boy’s Idea of a Tablescape
I have three sons. They kill bugs and catch lizards daily. I like them just for that reason alone. They like to play Lego’s. And love to fold dirty laundry. But, they are growing up. They don’t play with Army men anymore. Except to line them up for a centerpiece. And ask Mom to […]
A little bit of Sunshine in our Homeschool!
Good-tempered leaders invigorate lives; they’re like spring rain and sunshine. Proverbs 16: 15 (The Message Version) I love that this scripture reminds me to be a good leader to my children. Who doesn’t like a nice spring rain and warm sunshine? Rain cleanses. Sunshine promotes growth. Rain waters seeds. Sunshine makes […]
Money Secrets of the Amish by Lorilee Craker
Money Secrets of the Amish: Finding True Abundance in Simplicity, Sharing, and Saving My Review: When I received this book – I was really excited about learning little unknown tidbits that the Amish had been keeping to themselves. I was not disappointed. Of course, it is the simple method of “save more – spend less” […]
