Are you in need of a little hope? Or a lot? This is season of hope and promise. Weddings are so full of hope for the future. We had a wedding last week in our family. Our son married his bride. I’m pretty sure they didn’t get married without the hope of a long life … Read More about Hope Ushers in Advent
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Delightfully Delicious Sandies
A favorite of our family and undoubtedly anyone’s who has ever tasted one! These delightfully delicious cookies rolled in powdered sugar when warm are so, well, delicious. Bet you can’t eat just one! My teen daughter who loves to bake and her younger visiting cousin made these for us. … Read More about Delightfully Delicious Sandies
Family Marks
Ask someone about their tattoos and you will get a glimpse into their story. Often into their hearts. My kids share the same tattoo. It represents a significant part of our family’s story. It most assuredly involves our hearts. Amy, our fourth child wanted a tattoo for several years. We told her when she could … Read More about Family Marks
Autumn Event Decorating
It was an evening of sharing stories and celebrating sisterhood. One where we could talk and encourage one another. Come on in! Whenever you get women together for a reason you want the venue to shine! To welcome! To invite each woman in! Creating a welcoming atmosphere is important. “The Barn“, our autumn venue with … Read More about Autumn Event Decorating
Planning Staycation for Extended Family
Take a risk with a Staycation! It was multigenerational. Apparently when you have grandchildren and you all get together it’s a multi generational gathering. Who knew? Anyway, I digress. We have a busy fall coming up. Returning to college is with the addition of one in graduate school chasing a new career. A second grand … Read More about Planning Staycation for Extended Family
Cultivate
Sweet Miss O in Summer Garden One Sunday morning I prayed that our worship would be pleasing to God. What was I hoping for? Maybe to be uplifted, to feel pleased with what I heard and thought? To think it was good? A fresh hearing of the Word? It was similar to most services I’ve … Read More about Cultivate
Summer Days
The days are flying by for us. Besides naps in the hammock and trips to the pool solo which are incredible relaxing, we visit with the grandkids who live about 15 minutes away and enjoy our college daughters. One fun time was Float Nite at the pool. We had hamburgers and hot dogs after the … Read More about Summer Days
Haven Fun!
What a backdrop for a photo! Bright, beautiful and perfect display of color and summer! We were surrounded by this and other creative booths and photo settings. It all added to creating the atmosphere of creativity, color and energy! Haven as always is full of energy and anticipation. It’s always a joy to reconnect with … Read More about Haven Fun!
More Summer Refresh…Guest Room
Whew! Got it ready for my grandson with his folks arrived. He’s one. See the portacrib? He and his cousin have a semi permanent bed ready for anytime they visit. It’s a catch all room! No doubt about it. It is also officially the guest room after being different kid bedrooms plus the “I’ll … Read More about More Summer Refresh…Guest Room
Quiche Easy
My college girls are in the house! Between my schedule, Jim’s and theirs I need meals that I can cook and leave set out. Meals together are rare. Anyone with older kids ho drive and work know whatI mean. Even your athletes keep odd schedules. It’s all part of changing season of families … Read More about Quiche Easy