For Women
A Day of Cooking
In the book, Little House in the Big Woods, Caroline Ingalls used to say, "Wash on Monday, Iron on Tuesday, Mend on Wednesday, Churn on Thursday, Clean on Friday, Bake on Saturday, Rest on Sunday." They had a day in which to tackle a big chore. Some days it feels as if all I do is stay in the kitchen. I... »
Mother and Son Day
I thoroughly enjoyed the 2010 THSC State Convention and Family Conference this past weekend. Thursday night my husband and I went to see the opening programs. John Erickson entertained us by reading excerpts from his writing. He writes the Hank the Cowdog series. Next we listened to Carol Barnier. She shared her insight about parenting in her speech, "Don't Miss... »
My Reading List
I have always been an avid reader. My mom tells me that when she would send me to my room as a punishment I would gladly go. She would find my nose buried in a Little House on the Prairie book or the Bible or some other book. I also loved going to the library during the summer. There were... »
F-Y-I Sale on Cookbook
If you have always wanted to order my Texas Homesteader Wheat-Free Cookbook, but just have not sat down to order it, then now is the time. The publishing company is offering a discount on any orders of my book until June 30, 2010. This brings the price down 10 percent, which comes to $17.95. To receive the coupon for the discount,... »
Top Ten Gifts for Mother’s Day
Where has the year gone? I cannot believe that it is already May. I also cannot believe that my oldest son, Clayton, turned 14 years old this past weekend. Time passes so quickly. Sunday is Mother's Day. You have less than a week to plan something to do for your mother. So as a mom, let me tell you what mothers... »
The Six Month Purge
I have been reading books about the Thomas Jefferson education. They are really interesting reads if you are interested in homeschooling. Oliver and Rachel DeMille are founders of this educational philosophy based on how the great thinkers and our Founding Fathers were educated. They co-author the books. I have read two of the three main books discussing what a Thomas... »
A Longer Donation
I was so proud of my daughter last week. Kyla decided to donate her hair to the Pantene Beautiful Lengths program. I made that same decision last month. Kyla has not had any real haircuts her entire life. She loves her long, blonde hair. It grows very thick and slightly wavy. When brushed straight, it came to the small of her... »
Alternative to Perfume
I may have a soft spot for chocolate, but when it comes to scents that I like vanilla wins by a landslide. I never have been a heavy perfume wearer. I remember one time when I was in 9th grade. I got dressed to go to my mom's one woman art show at a fancy gallery in Houston. I was all... »
A Long Donation
I have always wanted to donate hair to an organization that makes wigs for women and/or children. My hair is straight as a board. It is healthy. And, it grows well. I have had long hair all of my life. Sometimes it is long and sometimes it is super-long. It was super-long up until yesterday. Before I donated my hair, I... »
Love Languages
Valentine's Day is fast approaching. Every year I have mixed emotions about this holiday. It is such a commercialized racket. Card companies, florists, and chocolatiers rake in the money. Public schools and office buildings turn into temporary florist shops as people send one another flowers. Now, I am not against flowers, cards, and/or candy. I am not against romantic evenings... »
Dryer Balls
One of the most thoughtful gifts I received for Christmas was from my son, Jake. He decided to use some of his own money he earned from working for my father to go shopping for a few people on his Christmas list. I happened to be on his list. Early one morning he happened to see part of an infomercial on... »
Don’t Be Scared; Be Prepared
One of my personal flaws is that I under-react. When Hurricane Rita was heading our way a couple of years ago, I was not prepared at all. Luckily, we only got a little taste of a storm. When Hurricane Ike was rolling toward us like a freight train, I begrudgingly went out to the store and tried to purchase a... »
Mountain-Climber or Valley-Dweller?
I have mentioned before that I attended the Texas Home School Coalition's Annual Conference. I listened to many dynamic speakers. One of which was Sally Clarkson. I literally laughed so hard at one of her stories that I cried. Not only is she a great storyteller and dynamic speaker, but she is able to really speak to your heart. I... »
The Need for Mother Culture
Presented with an opportunity to change the look of my bedroom, I am seizing the moment to create a space for my husband and myself only. For years our room has been wall to wall furniture, including a crib, changing table, desk, etc. We moved our son, Isaac, out of our room... »
Be-YOU-tiful
I really like the company Beeyoutiful. It is an online company that sells natural products, vitamins, essential oils, etc. Inspired by their name, I wrote an article, but I slightly changed the spelling to fit my purpose. They printed it in their latest catalog. It is not up on their website so I have chosen to post it below. I... »
