Archive | May, 2008

Our Family: May Update

by on May 31, 2008 in news & giveaways

Our favorite spot – the Vancouver waterfront! We have enjoyed many a family stroll here! Oh the joys of summer are coming! This has been a full and yet exciting last month as we have enjoyed the celebration of both Karis’ first birthday and our anniversary (in addition to many other family member’s birthday this [...]

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And the winner is…

by on May 31, 2008 in news & giveaways

Congratulations to Eryn! You are the winner of our $50 Christa Taylor giveaway! Have fun! Thanks to everyone who contributed their thoughts! Very helpful for the future production over at Christa Taylor!

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Growing Tomatoes Q & A

by on May 29, 2008 in natural & green, recipes & kitchen tips

I referred these questions that were asked in regards to my Tomato Tricks & Tips post to the farmer who grew my tomatoes from seed (Michael @ MiIlenium Farms in Ridgefield, WA), and he provided this helpful information: Autumn asked: I told a friend about your great ideas for the tomato plants and she advised [...]

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Input Request: Humidifier

by on May 29, 2008 in health & nutrition

Okay, I am in need of a good humidifier for colds, sickness and the like. We have been borrowing from friends and family in the past, but with the current ongoing cold my little one has, I am looking to break down and purchase our own. I just don’t know which one to buy! So [...]

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Holiness: A Heart God Purifies

by on May 29, 2008 in faith & womanhood

“Let not sin therefore reign in your mortal bodies, to make you obey their passions.” (Romans 6:12) It all started out with a little thought of frustration at a friend, alongside a little bash at my pride in another situation, multiplying till my thoughts were filled with anger. Arriving home this anger was vented upon [...]

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Tomato Tips & Tricks

by on May 28, 2008 in recipes & kitchen tips

It was such a joy to start my own garden on Saturday! There is definitely something fulfilling in planting your own food. Since I was really nervous in the whole preparation process, I was surprised to find it so enjoyable to actually set to work and do it! Now I wish I had planted more [...]

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No-Yeast Spelt Bread

by on May 27, 2008 in recipes & kitchen tips

So simple! Requires no yeast, or rising. Dough will be wet and is baked like any other pastry. Results in a moist but higher density than yeasted breads, but the flavor, simplicity and quick baking process makes it a keeper! You will love having fresh baked bread so quickly without taking all day! Beware that [...]

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The True Woman: Chapter 8 – Purity

by on May 26, 2008 in faith & womanhood

Welcome to our recap of chapter 8 of the True Woman by Susan Hunt, which I have been reading through with several other ladies in the blogosphere. I have compiled a few thoughts from Marliss Bombardier and myself to emphasize the importance of purity in the pursuit of true biblical womanhood. Positional Purity The first [...]

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Welcoming New Neighbors

by on May 23, 2008 in missions & ministry

Gift basket included: Milano cookies, chocolates, popcorn & a candle -all for around $7 dollars! “Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 5:16 God calls us to be salt and light to those He has placed [...]

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Family Photo

by on May 23, 2008 in news & giveaways

Here is a recent family photo from my side of the family! This was taken at our family trip to the beach a few weeks back. Thought you all might enjoy seeing us all! L-R: Aaron, Karis & I, Kelly (18), Papa, Mom, Brandon & Brooke (in front, 10), Christa (20), Sam (16), Dan (14), [...]

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