Category Archives: Simple Faith

I Can Be Replaced

They lined the entrance to the city in great anticipation. Mothers with little ones running around, dancing with excitement, old men shuffling to claim their spot to see this miracle-working man.  They were waving palm branches, laying out their cloaks … Continue reading

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LISTEN

So often in the craziness of this life, I miss hearing His voice.  I pray, read, worship and serve.  I’m busy…busy doing good things for Him. Still.  I feel dry. Disconnected.  I want to hear Him, to know Him, to … Continue reading

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Keys to Simplicity…Contentment

When I began this journey, I started reading all I could about various skills, and how others have managed to make the switch to simpler lifestyle.  Along the way I’ve come to realize there are several key ingredients to living … Continue reading

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I Want My Life Back

After my whirlwind trip to visit relatives in three states back in early July, I came home thinking I had survived without getting too run down.  In fact, I enjoyed eating lots of goodies from my mom’s Arkansas garden, so … Continue reading

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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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New Addition to Our Homestead

As I progress on my journey toward simplicity, I keep a list of skills and crafts I would like to learn.  One of those crafts is making rag rugs.  Well, let’s just say it’s a good thing I started decluttering … Continue reading

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Chickens and Frugal Steps

Well, the girls are 3 weeks old now – time flies! They have entered the ugly stage, too. I also figured out that one of them is a boy – yep, I missed the little tuft of white feathers on … Continue reading

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Reflecting and Looking Ahead

I’ve been reflecting a lot about 2008 – we’ve had many challenges, but we know that 2009 most likely will hold many more. My husband’s job is slated to end on 1/31 – we are watching and praying to see … Continue reading

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Bible study in the Sukkah

On the last day of the Feast of Tabernacles, I had the privilege of teaching a group of teens from our homeschool group about the Feast.  We talked about its origin and looked up many verses about how YHWH tabernacled … Continue reading

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