Archive | October, 2008

Trick or Treat?

by on Oct 22, 2008 in missions & ministry

Taking a pause from my simplifying series due to my child’s needs at our house… Curious as to the history behind Halloween? For an very interesting read, sit down with your family and discuss this article. It started out as a pagan festival by the Celts of Ireland, and progressed to be a holiday to [...]

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Natural Healing for the Family

by on Oct 21, 2008 in health & nutrition

Did you know that Americans spend more each year on over-the-counter remedies for coughs and colds than the combined costs of running the governments of Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador? We were up quite a bit last night nursing my sweet feverish Karis (at 101 degrees). This was the first fever I have experienced with [...]

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Homemade Tomato Soup (from scratch!)

by on Oct 20, 2008 in recipes & kitchen tips

Yum! This was the first time I have explored with making my own homemade tomato soup and it was delightful! I had a pile of tomatoes from the last pick of my garden and what better way to use them but to prepare a luscious tomato soup for our family! Come on in and I [...]

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Mission of Motherhood: Being a Friend

by on Oct 20, 2008 in building the family

What a treasure it was to have a strong friendship with my parents growing up. I look back in thankfulness at the times when my dad would tuck me in at night and just spend a few moments in conversation and prayer together, or when my mom would take me out to coffee and just [...]

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Pumpkin Patch & Menu Plan – October 20-25

by on Oct 19, 2008 in news & giveaways, recipes & kitchen tips

It has been a bit of a lively week over here as of late, with the combination of a teething and sick little girl, in addition to some circumstances which led to a few gatherings of dinner guests at our home. I honestly love impromptu hospitality the best all in all! It’s fun being flexible! [...]

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Prego mommy – 19 weeks!

by on Oct 17, 2008 in news & giveaways

Here I am, and almost half way to the finish line! I have been feeling the baby moving frequently lately. What a delight to feel the life forming inside me. Enjoying every moment and blessed to be feeling so well! Past that first trimester tiredness and getting a little more energy around here. Now if [...]

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More Q & A on Soaking

by on Oct 16, 2008 in recipes & kitchen tips

Brenda asked: I have a question about soaking grains.  I read the “how to” but I am wondering, do you refrigerate while soaking?  I know you add kefir and so I would think you need to refrigerate but I am not sure. Keep it out on the counter. Cover with saran wrap, plate or towel [...]

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Simplifying the Holidays: Focus on Giving

by on Oct 15, 2008 in frugal & simple, missions & ministry

Read more about Advent Conspiracy and how you can contribute to clean water this Christmas! This video says it all! One of the most significant ways we can simplify the holidays to to first change our focus. Spend less, give more (time relationally and monetarily), celebrate true joy as we focus on worshiping Jesus! Rather [...]

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Giveaway Winner!

by on Oct 15, 2008 in news & giveaways

Announcing the winner of The Holiday Planner for Christian Families goes to… Lindsay Hill Congratulations! I am greatly enjoying this resource and highly recommend the purchase of this e-book. It can be used year after year! It is assisting me in planning, organizing and just really enjoying the season more over my natural tendencies to [...]

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Making our House a Home – Decor!

by on Oct 14, 2008 in making a home

The investment in simple decorations, table runners, cloth napkins and the like can make a house a place of warmth and refreshment for all those who enter. Part of our calling as homemakers is to make our homes that source of oasis for our families but also to extend in hospitality to friends, family, and [...]

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