As part of Blogging for Books, I received a copy of Where Lilacs Still Bloom by Jane Kirkpatrick for review. From the back cover: One woman, an impossible dream, and the faith it took to see it through. German immigrant and farm wife Hulda Klager possesses only an eighth-grade education—and a burning desire to create something beautiful. … [Continue]
Thinking About Cooking….
I'm sitting here thinking about cooking. Since I don't feel well enough today to actually do any cooking, I'm planning. Can I call this post a kitchen planning session so I can feel productive? lol I have been wanting to try making some gluten free oatmeal bread for a couple of weeks now. I want to use whole oatmeal, as well as oat flour. … [Continue]
Amazing Science Volume 1 – Review
As part of The Old Schoolhouse Homeschool Crew, I received an Amazing Science DVD to review. From the Amazing Science website: Here at ScienceAndMath.com, we believe that Math is a tool to explore our world. We also believe that all people, young or old, are fascinated by Science. Our aim is to bring you the very best Science and … [Continue]
What’s For Dinner?
Saturday - Sabbath- Make ahead meals- Breakfast for supper Sunday - soup & sandwich day - Egg Salad Sandwiches, Dinner-Baked Chicken, Oven roasted potatoes, carrots Monday - chicken - Chicken taco salad with homemade sour cream Tuesday - pizza/pasta - Homemade Pizza, carrot sticks Wednesday - super … [Continue]
Saturday on the Farm
Two weeks ago, I planted some seeds, so I thought I'd share my little seedlings with you. You can see some of the seeds I post this year in this post. This tray has Brussel Sprouts in the very front (they look purplish) and Broccoli in the back. Here we have a couple of little Lemon Balm seedlings. I'm excited to try this in some iced … [Continue]
Our Homeschool Week in Review
We spent a lot of extra time this week getting Hannah and Zach ready for their Bible Drill Competions. Hannah competes in the State Bible Drill tomorrow, Saturday. Zach competes in his Association Bible Drill Sunday afternoon. His State Drill isn't for a couple of weeks. If he wins Association and goes on to State. Look for results and pictures … [Continue]
This Weeks Favorites
To Read and Do: 5 Reasons Why Your Stock Won't Gel Plywood to Plank Flooring Tutorial - I love this! 16 Creative Ways to Earn Money at Home What Autism Means to Me - AWESOME article written by a boy with autism. Underage Dating - The Elephant in the Social Conservative Living Room - Great article! How to Make Lotion Bars 10 Ingredients … [Continue]
