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Barometer

According to the Merriam Webster online dictionary, a barometer can be a tool that indicates fluctuations. It can also mean a standard or test. Yes, yes, of course it's most commonly known as a tool to aid in th…
Are Your Windows Clean?

The days are cool and our woodstove is in almost constant use. We rarely open a window or door these days; and when we do, it's for a very short period of time. We've gotten used to the idea of closing our…
Our Home

We moved into our home in March, 1998. We were blessed beyond belief that the Lord provided this home and these 5 1/2 acres for us when He did. We were blessed even more when we heard from neighbors and other folk…
We Interrupt Your Regularly Scheduled Life............

We interrupt your regularly scheduled life, to bring your summer! Those are the words that best describe my life right now. Sweet! We homeschool year round. Our family is best served not by a rigid schedul…
Not Perfect

My life isn't perfect. Far from it. I am, however, quite content with the road the Lord has me walking; and I cannot help but be joyful when I see His hand, even amidst the imperfection. And maybe most es…
Beautiful Music - Joyful Contentment

The day is mostly sunny and quite warm, but there's a delightful light wind blowing. Storm clouds are, once again, gathering on the horizon, but the sun is bright for the time being. My windows are…
Think on These Things

You all are so kind. If I go more than a day or two without a proper post, e-mails and messages begin arriving asking if we're okay. Not only is that kind, it's also very much appreciated. We are okay. We've had…
Sweet September Day

I had such a lovely, sweet September day! The weather was picture perfect. The boys and I enjoyed a delicious, big breakfast of scrambled eggs with bacon bits and cheese, whole wheat toast, and cubed potatoes quic…
It's Enough

My husband is working today. It is his second, 12 hour overtime shift of the week. He also had a couple of hours of overtime at the shooting range. By the time he gets home tonight, he will have worked 26 h…
Jammin' on a Blustery Day

Yesterday's wonderful, cool southwesterly breeze changed to a strong, hot, dry north wind today. My front yard is littered with small, young tree branches that have broken out of the trees. We really can't o…