Aren’t we all looking to save some money this time of year? I thought so. With that in mind, I’m…
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HomeMaking
A New Year – Plus One Thousand Gifts Giveaway!
On this Gratitude Monday I’m counting gifts, sharing some encouraging thoughts and tools for the new year plus offering a…
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Top Ten Helpful Habits of 2011
Watching the music box at our aunt and uncle’s house. This week we were still in the midst of celebrating…
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Favorite Photo of 2011
Picking a favorite photo from the whole year was no easy task I tell ya. There were scads from the…
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Devotionals and Other Resources for the New Year
When I find good resources I always want to share. This list of devotionals would be great to start with…
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Shine for Jesus
As I drop each of my younger children at the Sunday school door, I pat a shoulder and whisper, “Shine…
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Merry Christmas from the Hodgepodge
All is quiet this early morning of Christmas Eve. I’m the only one up, enjoying the lights on our Christmas…
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What Fun it is to Laugh and Sing
What fun it is to…laugh! 1. Make Christmas cookies | 2. Get an early Christmas present – new washer and…
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The Habit of Generosity
In 1891, Salvation Army Captain Joseph McFee was distraught because so many poor individuals in San Francisco were going hungry….
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When do you plan for school and how long does it take?
Continuing the habit of sharing a helpful habit on Fridays, today I’m answering a friend’s question: When do you plan…
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Christmas Blessings
Infant holy, infant lowly, For His bed a cattle stall; (~ Middle Girl singing a solo last night in church…
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Keep Your Eyes Wide Open
A peaceful spot. The boys examining a slug while listening to the birds. Keep calm and count on. Encouragement posted…
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Kids in the Kitchen: Hot Chocolate Mix Gifts
Frugal fun in the kitchen. Just four ingredients. Plus one or more children equal a fun time making hot chocolate…
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