Month: February 2008
my story
Timothy - Ghana
speaking of letters…
We received a great letter yesterday from our boy, Timothy, in Ghana. Happily, we received a phone call from him yesterday afternoon as well! God is so merciful to us, each one… just the moment we have a need: He’s already there. So, here’s a link to Timothy’s page… letters are on subsequent pages. I’m […]...
Potpourri
Are Your Locks Secure?
Ever heard of a bump key? Well…. you may have never heard of them, but thanks to the internet and easy accessibility, thieves have! Here’s a video showing just how easy (and cheap) it is to effortlessly break into any house. Illegal without a locksmith license, bump keys are easily accessible on the internet for […]...
Potpourri
miscellaneous miscellany
Have you ever noticed that, in conversation with a relative stranger, when you mention your occupation or favourite subject of study or hobby or whatever, the person will often make a comment about your particular passion or interest. Often they’ll be an expert on the subject and will say something like, you know, there are […]...
Homemaking
Potpourri
Kitchen Fire Safety
Kristen sent this mail… I’m including the text of the mail and a copy of the video clip she sent along with the mail. Subject: Kitchen Fire I never realized that a wet dishtowel can be a one size fits all lid to cover a fire in a pan! This is a dramatic video (30-second, […]...
my story
Timothy - Ghana
Time flies…
I was wondering… how long ago was it that we remodeled our upstairs bathroom? A couple of years? Three years? Already? Here’s what was happening in the month of February 2005 Timothy sent new pics… here’s the latest from Ghana and other pics, too – his page here. I love making pages for our children… […]...
Homeschooling
Society
Reason number 20808 to Homeschool
As if you really needed another reason to stay the course and train up your children at home. Boy wants to Return to School as a Girl I know, I know… just bcz children go to a government school doesn’t mean they’ll be confused as to who they are or that all gvmnt schools are […]...
The Church Today
An Impassioned Plea (view & listen)
I love the enthusiasm of this young woman and her love for the Truth. ...
Recipes
Gingersnaps
Here’s that recipe for the best gingersnaps — well, to gingersnap lovers they are! Try ’em today… and with Nutella tomorrow or cheese and gingersnaps – yum! Yummy Gingersnaps Blend in the Kitchenaid or the Bosch mixer: 1 Cup Oil 1/2 Cup Butter 1 Cup Molasses (Can be half blackstrap and half sorghum) 2 Cups […]...