Monthly Archives: June 2009

Amazing Provision

Sometimes I feel so spoiled by my heavenly Father!  Earlier this week my husband was offered a job – he knows up front that it is for one year, but in this climate we’re grateful for any employment.  Every job … Continue reading

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Let there be light!

A year ago I was blessed with a complete Aladdin Lamp, and the components for at least one more.  I had instructions, but it seemed a bit involved to get one going, so I put it on my “someday” list. … Continue reading

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Recycle or Upcycle?

A week or so ago I read a great post about “Upcycling” over at the Lizzy Lane Farm blog.  Although I didn’t know that it had a name, we have been working on doing more upcycling as part of our … Continue reading

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Is that safe to eat?

In our family, we ask ourselves this question often – a little too often!  As I make the move to more whole foods, I sometimes find myself looking at food that’s been on the shelf or in the refrigerator and … Continue reading

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Dream and Do

Recently I made a list of the things I’d like to either finish, continue or do for the first time. I consider myself a life-long learner, and have an interest in many topics. Of course, my main focus over the … Continue reading

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Soap Making Photos…finally

The last several days have been a blur!  I feel like I’ve hardly been home, and I’m really missing spending time working on the many projects I’d like to continue or start (more on my “list” later). As promised I’m … Continue reading

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