That is an excellent question. Let me tell you how I got here... My first baby was born six weeks before I graduated from high school. I was a good student and I intended to go to a private ... Read More about Are you crazy?? Why would anyone have 17 kids??
If you you have never given your life to Jesus, here's how: Acknowledge that you are a sinner. "For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God." Romans 3:23Believe that Jesus died for your ... Read More about
A Thrill of Hope…
The weary world rejoices, for yonder breaks a new and glorious morn! Those few lines from the hymn have been rolling around in my mind for weeks now, and on this historic day they mean more than ... Read More about A Thrill of Hope…
As the World Turns… (a.k.a My husband’s stroke)
Just kidding! I keep joking that our life is like the world's worst soap opera, HA! Maybe you can help me with a better title... comment below! I distinctly remember writing earlier this year ... Read More about As the World Turns… (a.k.a My husband’s stroke)
That You May Excel in Every Good Work
Anyone else feeling a little overwhelmed lately? Anyone else feeling like there is more to do than one mama can possibly do? I feel that way sometimes. And let's not blame it on my having about a ... Read More about That You May Excel in Every Good Work
Grandma Ruby’s Apple Crisp
This baked apple dessert has been a family favorite for generations! It's most delicious when served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, but also makes a refreshing treat when served cold. This ... Read More about Grandma Ruby’s Apple Crisp
EASY Homemade Pizza x4
This quick and easy homemade pizza recipe will have your family enjoying pizza in no time! This quick rise recipe makes 4 LARGE 16" pizzas, with a thick pan style crust. This will feed an army... ... Read More about EASY Homemade Pizza x4
Unless the Lord Builds the House (The Fire Part III)
"Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain that build it." Psalm 127:1 Blessings to you and yours! I am so happy to be writing the third and final entry of my fire journal, here in our ... Read More about Unless the Lord Builds the House (The Fire Part III)
Cleaning Up and Moving Forward (The Fire Part II)
For several days after the fire, the ground was a muddy mess. It was a while until the ground dried out enough and the air was warm enough that we could begin a clean up process. Some of the things ... Read More about Cleaning Up and Moving Forward (The Fire Part II)
Low Carb Peanut Butter Chocolate Cheesecake (with monk fruit sweetener)
Peanut butter and Chocolate No Bake Low Carb Cheesecake!! Clearly that is too long for a title! But this stuff is good! (So good in fact, that I cannot keep my kids/teenagers out of it! They don't ... Read More about Low Carb Peanut Butter Chocolate Cheesecake (with monk fruit sweetener)
The Fire
Monday, February 24, 2020 will go down in the books as one of those days that forever changed our lives. This will be a journal for myself, as much as anything. There are memories that I don't want ... Read More about The Fire
Soft Sugar Cookies
Super soft, delicious sugar cookies! Some sugar cookies look great but taste a sugary rock... not these! This is a recipe passed down to me from my mom. Making sugar cookies is a holiday ... Read More about Soft Sugar Cookies
Fairly Fabulous Fudge
Just in time for Valentine's Day, here is a great recipe for fudge! I don't ever follow recipes exactly. I sort of "fudge" it, and change things as I go along, depending on what I have or don't have ... Read More about Fairly Fabulous Fudge
Stop the Mom Shaming and Look in the Mirror
Mom shaming. Thanks to social media, we see it everywhere! Women criticizing and tearing down other moms for any topic, big or small, important or trivial. Mean, hurtful, accusing words that wound ... Read More about Stop the Mom Shaming and Look in the Mirror
The Only List You Really Need for Baby When Money is Tight
There are millions of baby products on the market, but there are few things that you really NEED. I often hear people say that babies are expensive, but I disagree! (Babies are cheap, teenagers ... Read More about The Only List You Really Need for Baby When Money is Tight
Cherry Cream Cheese Dessert Pockets
A delicious, indulgent treat for a family movie night or an afternoon watching the game, featuring cherries, cream cheese, and chocolate chips! Quick and easy to make, this recipe uses self rising ... Read More about Cherry Cream Cheese Dessert Pockets
Easy Homemade Pizza Pockets
Need a great Super Bowl treat? These hearty homemade pizza pockets are quick, easy and delicious! The dough is made with self rising flour, so there is no need to wait on yeast! My family loves these ... Read More about Easy Homemade Pizza Pockets
Things I Know to be True about Weddings…
We survived! Hallelujah! Weddings are such a trip, aren't they? And I have survived my first "daughter" wedding! Here are the things that I know for sure about this experience! Weddings are ... Read More about Things I Know to be True about Weddings…
EASY Homemade Biscuits
Delicious, filling, and inexpensive, homemade biscuits are a definite upgrade to the meal! I can whip out a batch of these in just a few minutes, and they bake in about 10 minutes. This recipe ... Read More about EASY Homemade Biscuits
Never Believe You Are “Just a Mom”
"Just a Mom." A terrible expression really. Where on earth did society get the idea that being a mother is a "lesser" occupation? It most definitely is not! Take a look at the following scenario ... Read More about Never Believe You Are “Just a Mom”
The Powerful Truth About Mom Guilt
If you have been a mom for more than 48 hours or so, there is a good chance that you have experienced "Mom Guilt" to some degree. (It's part of the job description. In the fine print, I believe.) ... Read More about The Powerful Truth About Mom Guilt