So, for the past, oh, month or so, I’ve really been pondering what is the best way to be a “good steward” of what we’ve been given. For most of my married life, I assumed that I should look for the less expensive options — ie, buy generic when possible, strive to be thrifty, not … [Read more…]
As I continue with my furious nesting and excited bustling about over Fall soon approaching, I wanted to share with you this simple idea on storm candles that Dawn posted about on her blog, Between Sun and Candlelight. She is such a great inspiration for homeschooling ideas, homekeeping ideas, etc. I hope you will take … [Read more…]
…from one of my favorite homekeeping books of all time: Mrs. Dunwoody’s Excellent Instructions for Homekeeping… A Little Common SenseOur family members will carry the atmosphere we create in our homes for the rest of their lives.
I had the chance to go to the craft store today (AKA Hobby Lobby) and lo and behold, a wonderous sight greeted me — FALL DECORATIONS! Yes, yes, I know we’re in a horrible heat wave in the middle of August, but seeing all those Fall decorations made me so blissfully happy! All who know … [Read more…]
**updated** Ever have one of those days when the “Spirit moves you,” as it were, and you just HAVE to clean? Today was one of those days. I have a confession to make: I’m pretty obsessive about my cabinets. I like it, of course, when the “visible” stuff is clean, but if I KNOW that … [Read more…]