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For 38 years, I have been a wife to my husband and a teacher of our children in the home. Now a new season has come, and with the blessing of my husband, I write this blog as an encouragement to myself and others. (Titus 2: 3-5) How important is this role of speaking into the lives of younger women! The habits of the home in one generation become the morals of society in the next. As William Ross Wallace said: “The hand that rocks the cradle, rules the world.”
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“Law of Kindness” ~ A Homemaker’s Victory
For the very first time, she kept her lips from moving… It took all her strength for she had plenty to say. ~ Jacqueline
Posted in Family, Guest Post, Marriage
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Running the Race ~ A Unit Study and Guest Post by JES
Physical Education is often overlooked in homeschool curriculum and would be welcome after a winter of being kept indoors. This study will encourage exercise through track and field events, spiritual instruction regarding our call to “run the race”, while including the … Continue reading
Lemon Honey Marmalade (No Sugar) ~ A Homemaker’s Musings
She stares intently at the four, large bags of lemons that are still left. Ten years ago, they would have sat on her counter until they rotted (because at that point, she wouldn’t feel as guilty throwing them away). … Continue reading
Posted in Contentment, Food & Recipes, Guest Post, Thrift, Tutorial
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Does $afely Trust in Her? ~ A True Story/ Guest Post by JES
It all started 15 years ago when her clock broke. Being the new daughter-in-law in the family, I jumped at the chance to bond with my mother-in-law. I quickly informed her that we now have an excuse to go shopping! … Continue reading
Posted in Guest Post, Restoring Lost Arts, Thrift
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“She Planteth” ~ An Inspirational Gardening Journal Printable
In the very beginning, God established the garden as our only food source. In the last century, we have strayed from this concept and have found that (behind our backs) seeds are being manipulated, chemicals are sprayed by the … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Garden, Guest Post, Preparedness, Thrift
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Gingerbread Men, Anyone? ~ A Guest Post By My Daughter
(Special thanks to Jeri Beth and Mary for the use of this photo!) I love the baking that usually precipitates Christmas Day, but after Christmas is over, there is still another whole week or two before it is really time … Continue reading
Posted in Baking, Christmas, Food & Recipes, Guest Post
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The Massacre in Connecticut / Rachel Weeping for Her Children
Massacre of the Innocents, by Francois Joseph Navez, 1824 I am at a loss for words. My heart is grieving and asking questions. Today I am linking to Albert Mohler’s post on yesterday’s Connecticut shooting, in part, to preserve it since this … Continue reading
Posted in Children, Events and Places, Guest Post, The Christian Walk
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Christmas Memories in Music, Part 1 ~ A Guest Post By My Daughter
This Christmas, instead of filling your mind with songs like, “Rocking Around the Christmas Tree” and “Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer“, why not add a touch of nostalgia and joyful toe-tapping music to your festivities? Bring out the epic, … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Family, Favorite Products, Guest Post, Music, The Christian Walk
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Parental Rights and the UN Treaty that Threatens Families
I am not a legal expert. I’m just a mom. I’m a mom who praises the Lord that we still live in a country in which my husband and I can make choices in our child’s best-interest, based on the … Continue reading
Posted in Children, Family, Guest Post, Home-schooling, Parenting
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“If You Give A Penguin Snow” ~ A guest post by Kristi
(This is a guest post by our dear friend Kristi.) Everyone… this is: Rillian. Lord Rillian, to be exact. He was given to me as as Christmas present from a precious adopted sister, and until today, he has been nameless. Thankfully, … Continue reading
Posted in Favorite Products, Guest Post, Music, Tribute
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