It took a lot longer than I had anticipated, but the Fresh From the Farm Store is now up and running.  I have two products for sale.  First, I am selling my goat milk soap.  I have posted several articles on how I make it and have even given you the recipe;... »

I was so surprised the other day when a large brown UPS delivery van drove up into my driveway.  I was not expecting anything to be delivered by this carrier.  Yet a brown box with my name and address appeared on the package.  What could this possibly be? I opened the box excitedly and revealed a hardback book entitled, One Thousand... »

As I shared on Friday in the first part of this article, Shannon Hurley opened my eyes to one short, but powerful phrase in Luke 10.  It lies within the Mary and Martha story.  Martha is working herself to the bone and angry that her sister, Mary, is not helping her.  Instead, Mary is listening to Jesus' teaching.  Jesus says... »

Last summer I had the pleasure of listening to Shannon Hurley, a missionary from SOS (Sufficiency of Scripture) Ministries, who is currently living in Uganda.  His message was powerful for six months later I am still reminding myself of his words.  He used the Martha and Mary story, with which most women are so familiar, in Luke 10:38-42. Martha tends to... »

Roses, chocolates, and Valentines.  These are the typical gifts given on February 14th.  Since chocolate of any kind is a no-no on our diet, we had to be a little more creative.  Sweets for your sweetie can be made regardless of your dietary restrictions. I made my husband... »

Yesterday late afternoon it began sleeting.  We were a little confused at the appearance of this winter precipitation since I had not heard any such thing in the weather forecast.  It did not last very long.  This morning rain began falling and it still has not stopped at noon.  On top of all this precipitation, it is cold.  We have... »

My children are members of the Grimes County Jr. Deputy Sheriff's Mounted Posse.  My husband is the Drillmaster.  On Go-Texan Days in Grimes County, they served as ambassadors for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo inviting all to the world's largest livestock show.  The rode in the Pony Express Ride, which is modeled after the historic pony express riders.  The... »

Valentine's Day is next Tuesday.  You usually get one of two responses to this celebration.  You either get someone who just loves it and is looking forward to doing something special for those he/she loves.  Or, you get a groan accompanied with resentment for a day where he/she feels obligated... »

First I want to thank everyone for privately emailing me about sources for local, raw honey.  I have found some and am making arrangements to fill up my five gallon bucket for a reasonable price.  I want to gather these referrals for honey and post them in the near future for your benefit.  Also, I made an error in my... »

Completing our tenth month on the Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) protocol has been challenging.  One of the important aspects of the diet is to live grain-free.  We have lived well without relying on breads and other starches to satisfy our appetites.  However, I grew adventurous early this week and decided to try my hand at baking bread with almond flour. As... »

I read a disturbing article last week that sent me digging for more information for the last few days.  Unfortunately I cannot find anything to refute the information.  Instead, I find article after article supporting the findings of the first.  Unbelievable! Dr. Mercola put out an article entitled, "The Honey You Should Never Buy-It May Be Tainted with Lead and Antibiotics." ... »