For Women
A Great Check-Up
I am for the most part a healthy woman. Luckily, I have no real health issues. For the past five years, I have struggled with adrenal and thyroid fatigue. In addition, my doctor would find that my gut was over-grown with yeast and that I was deficient in essential fatty acids (EFAs). Despite taking the recommended supplements, these findings never... »
As Serious as a Heart Attack
I did not write on Friday as planned because we had a little scare in our family. I went up to the hospital to visit one of my relatives, who was experiencing symptoms of a heart attack. Thankfully, she did not suffer a heart attack and was released after days of tests. However, it made me seriously think about the... »
Treasures of the Heart
Both Isaac and Andrew were surprised Christmas morning with brand-new bicycles. Isaac, being a bit older, had outgrown his other bike, but this was Andrew's first one. They both beamed with joy and excitement. As we continued to open presents, we realized that all of the toys were intended to be played with outdoors. And here on Christmas Day, it was... »
A Christmas Cleaning Crisis
Panic begins to set in. You keep looking at the clock. Your company will be here in mere hours. You have worked so hard for about a week now. You have planned the menu, gone grocery shopping, set the table, baked goodies, and seasoned the meat. You have scrubbed toilets, oiled the furniture, mopped and vacuumed the floors. Your family... »
Kids in the Kitchen
Moms have so much on their plate whether they stay-at-home or work for a paycheck. Because time is so precious, we look for time-saving techniques and devices. One of the easiest things to do as a mom is to not include your children in your daily work. It takes much less time to do the chores alone. There is less hassle. ... »
Mother’s Day 2011
Mother by George Cooper Hundreds of stars in the deep blue sky, Hundreds of shells on the shore together, Hundreds of birds that go singing by, Hundreds of birds in the sunny weather. Hundreds of dewdrops to greet the dawn, Hundreds of bees in the purple clover, Hundreds of butterflies on the lawn, But only one mother the wide world over. Mothers play... »
Restore My Hope in Humanity
Texas took its name from the Tejas Indians, and it is a word that means "friendly." Texans are known worldwide for their Texas pride and for being hospitable and friendly. We wave at people driving in opposite directions on the road whether we know them or not. Texas A&M University is known especially for saying "Howdy" to friends and strangers alike. When Hurricane Katrina hit Mississippi and... »
Bradley Method
I am the type of person who likes to make her own decisions. I arm myself with information so that I can make educated choices. I have done this in just about every aspect of my life; however, for three of my five pregnancies, I relied completely on my doctor and nurses to have my best interest at heart. I know... »
Having a Mary Day
Have you ever gotten so interested in something that time flew? You look up and wonder, "Where did the day go?" You realize that you have completely absorbed in what you are doing that you have not done all that you intended or needed to get done that day. Dirty dishes are piled up in the sink. Clean laundry is piled... »
A Great Birthday
Birthdays are more special to me than other holiday because I can devote the entire day to one person in my family. Regardless of whose birthday it is, we plan the day for them. The birthday boy/girl gets to choose the menu, what we do (within reason), and open a few presents. We usually eat on china. Our family does... »
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... »
