“The English rose greets the summer garden with a profusion of color and perfume and our doors and windows are thrown open to allow the season’s intoxicating atmosphere to envelop us and our homes.” —–Sydney A. Sykes
Month: August 2014
Jackson Turns Two
It just can’t be true! Has it really been 2 years?! He is a happy little man. He loves to be cuddled and giggles so that the whole room will begin to giggle right along. We’re deep in the beginnings of potty training. He colors with his older siblings and loves to play with bubbles. He reminds me of Jonathan…
Meredith Grace
Proverbs 17:22a (NKJV) “A merry heart does good, like medicine….”
Lest You Think….
This house stays perfectly clean, I give you proof it does not: The blogging world can be so deceptive. Paul is constantly reminding me people allow you to see what they want you to see. THIS is the result of a busy day. Courtney set the timer and washed almost a dozen loads of laundry. She and Jessa folded it…
Family Time
In case you wonder what the evening looks like in our home….. Photo courtesy of Courtney!
Community Fellowship- September 9th
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Owen’s Photos
I gave up studio photos many years back when I realized Courtney’s photos were actually better than the ones I was paying to have taken! We’ve learned a few things: It would be nice to have a bean bag for little babies. They slouch and move. A bean bag would just make things MUCH easier. If you live close and…
Baked Oatmeal
My friend Sheryl, shared this baked oatmeal recipe with me after I asked for breakfast ideas a few days back. We’re definitely going to give it a try. I do bake oatmeal for my crew but have never had a recipe that I *loved*. I’m filing this under the Home Organization section you can find on the top menu. …
It’s Been Said…
“Style has nothing to do with money. Anybody can do it with money. The true art is to do it on a shoestring.” —–Tom Hogan
Fall and Winter Breakfast Ideas
Fall and Winter Breakfast Ideas I’ve added another document to the homemaking section of the page. If you can’t tell, we’ve been working to “fine tune” our menu management around the house. 🙂 Do you have some good ideas for breakfasts in your home?? I would love for you to share! With love, Tracy
Fall and Winter Lunch Ideas
Are you looking for some fresh lunch ideas for the fall and winter months? I’ve been assembling my list for the upcoming season and thought I would share! Fall and Winter Lunch Ideas Do you have favorite lunch ideas for the cooler months in your home?? I would love to hear!
…Man and Wife
The wedding day was perfect. My son was handsome and looking like the man he has grown to be seemingly, overnight. My new daughter-in-law was beautiful and excited. We were surrounded by friends and family. It all still seems a little surreal, but wonderful. Praise God from whom all praises flow….. Please be praying for this new family!!