2023-07-22 13:30
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We are a Christian homeschooling family of 9 sharing experiences on our 14 acre farm in rural Virginia. Blog entries could feature anything going on in our lives: our walk with Christ, triumphs and struggles, homeschool, family life, helpful hints, tips for large family living, rural living, herbal medicine, etc. If you enjoyed your visit, please drop us a line at [email protected]
2023-07-20 04:00
Part of my day entails encapsulating some herbs to use as natural supplements. My Cap M Quik is close to 30 years old. It's cracked on one side from where I dropped it. It is stained from us… Read More
2023-07-19 04:00
Dear Reader, Even a very old half-blind and half-deaf chihuahua like Marty knows where to find true rest. I was tucked away in our vacation spot to get some time alone with the Lord. I… Read More
2023-07-18 14:25
I blurred the address for our privacy.Thank you, "Uncle" Phil, for the gift to the family!When Clint saw his name was on it too, he was so happy.I thought I'd have to arm wrestle him for wha… Read More
2023-07-17 14:10
After seeing cardinals, I put up a bird feeder at my getaway spot. The cardinals were loudly fussing, so I looked out and saw they had competition. It is a bold little thing! He or she just… Read More
2023-07-16 14:46
Do you know why this is significant? Biblical red heifer could bring million visitors to Samaria Read More
2023-07-16 04:00
But because of your stubbornness and your unrepentant heart, you are storing up wrath against yourself for the day of God's wrath, when his righteous judgment will be revealed. Romans 2… Read More
2023-07-14 14:51
I can not share details about this situation now, but I may at a later date. All I can say is there are forces at work against her getting what she deserves. If you knew what was going on, y… Read More
2023-07-14 04:00
A compost bin has to be turned and watered regularly. If you use a compost bin vs a pile, the container also needs to be cleaned out and washed. Some people check the temperature of their pi… Read More
2023-07-13 04:00
I was told I have a curve in my ears that makes it easy for them to retain fluid. Ever since I was a child, I have had issues with my ears clogging which resulted in ear infections. Recently… Read More
2023-07-10 19:05
N.O.A.H. No One Alone Here Broken Crayons Still Color MinistriesThese are run by a Christian friend of a Christian friend. Read More
2023-07-10 04:00
Bethany shared the view at sunset at the Navy Pier in Chicago Read More
2023-07-10 04:00
Your homeschool day doesn’t have to begin at 8am.⠀You can let your kids sleep in and you can drink an extra cup of coffee in the quiet.⠀You can do morning time in t… Read More
2023-07-09 04:00
"As Christians, we are called to maintain lives that can be 'toured' by outsiders at any time, without embarrassment. A commitment to holiness means having a life that is always 'ready for c… Read More
2023-07-06 14:17
I am friends with Lynelle, Lydia's mother. This is a legit need for help. I share that info because I know how sketchy online fundraisers can be. Lynelle and Lee raise sheep in Virginia and… Read More
2023-07-05 04:00
“I can no longer condemn or hate a brother for whom I pray, no matter how much trouble he causes me. His face, that hitherto may have been strange and intolerable to me, is transformed… Read More
2023-07-03 04:00
...I have been told numerous times that my home is a place of "rest and beauty" "where time slows down." Since I live in an old farm house with a "practical whatever works and lasts" decorat… Read More
2023-07-02 04:00
Evaluate:1 John 2:15 Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love for the father is not in them.Where does the devotion of your time, attention, and fi… Read More
2023-06-30 04:00
cheese curds, smoked white cheddar, and mustard seed goudafreshly baked baklava and Turkish coffee in a cafe near the Farmer's MarketBethany is enjoying the delicacies found around her apart… Read More
2023-06-29 14:48
The first time Clint took me home to meet his mother, she looked over from head to toe a couple of times with a very rude and hostile face. Clint surprised her with my presence, but she was… Read More
2023-06-29 04:00
Clint teaching our children as he did things and having them work beside him continues to reap benefits. A man gave this mower for free to Caleb. He said it was a pile of junk t… Read More
2023-06-28 14:27
Hannah, 14, working on her high school course while holding a very spoiled Mercury.The Lord is righteous in all his ways and kind in all his works.
Psalm 145:17 Read More
2023-06-27 14:17
Emily passed the test for her learner's permit yesterday. She told Clint as she drove home that she had been waiting for that moment since she was seven years old. She drove our suburban. Th… Read More
2023-06-25 04:00
For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named, that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with p… Read More
2023-06-24 04:00
Amanda's cat, Orange, enjoying the view at the bird feeder Amanda put in her yard.Twinkie is insisting Amanda change the focus of her attention Read More
2023-06-23 04:00
They enjoyed the evening boat ride! Read More
2023-06-22 04:00
Clint and I take supplements to keep ourselves healthy. I make it simple by packing them into small bags. That is the only way I am able to stay on track with my traveling so much. I use the… Read More
2023-06-21 14:30
God sent Noah to warn the world that His judgment was coming. He sent angels to warn Sodom and Gomorrah that judgment was coming. He sent prophets to Israel to warn them judgment w… Read More
2023-06-21 04:00
Broadleaf plantain, Plantago major, has been used for centuries for food and medicine. Briefly here are some of the medicinal benefits:speeds wound healing due to antibacterial and anti-infl… Read More
2023-06-20 04:00
Bethany shared this picture of the Clarence F. Buckingham Memorial Fountain in Chicago which is near her new apartment Read More
2023-06-18 04:00
And take not the word of truth utterly out of my mouth, for my hope is in your rules. I will keep your law continually, forever and ever, and I shall walk in a… Read More
2023-06-17 14:17
This is leftover fur from Penny's clipping. I often joke that there is enough fur left over to make another dog. Hannah shaped this and proved me right!Dear Reader, Penny's abundant fur remi… Read More
2023-06-17 04:00
Penny had her first close clipping this spring! Because she is young and still learning to sit for the clippers, I did it over four sessions. She was very patient until the last… Read More
2023-06-16 04:00
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2023-06-14 04:00
"Should unsubmissive Christians expect God to answer their petitions when they regularly flout His authority in their lives?" ~Steve Gallagher in i: The Root of Sin Exposed Read More
2023-06-13 04:00
Joshua and Samantha took a long weekend to tour D.C. with some friends aka "The Usual Suspects."I may be wrong, but I believe that is the shirt Sam purchased for him Read More
2023-06-12 04:00
picture was taken on my propertyThe common blue violet, Viola sororia, has long been used for food and medicinal purposes. It is known to reduce inflammation which can relieve pain… Read More
2023-06-11 04:00
“The Desires Of My Heart”Elisabeth Elliot I had been praying for something I wanted very badly. It seemed a good thing to have, a thing that would make life even more pleas… Read More
2023-06-10 04:00
I mess with him and he messes right back! Read More
2023-06-09 04:00
What makes me happy? homemade ginger pineapply kombuchaI use black tea, moringa powder, ginger, and pineapple in mine.***Health benefits of kombucha:better nutrient absorptionimproved digest… Read More
2023-06-08 04:00
2023-06-07 14:18
We have homeschooled driver's education for all of our children so far. It is state approved and very, very thorough. Clint received his driver's instruction from the public school he attend… Read More
2023-06-07 04:00
2023-06-06 04:00
Clint and I gave Brandon a luggage dolly for his birthday. This should save him time and energy when he checks in and out of hotels. Now he won't have to go looking for the hotel's dolly whi… Read More
2023-06-05 04:00
This is the road to the Scales Campground on Mt Rogers. It takes around 45 minutes to go the 3.5 miles to the campground. It's one lane, and you may need to back up to find a spot wide enoug… Read More
2023-06-04 04:00
The mainstream American church culture is always seeking the Jeremiah 29:11 life and wants nothing to do with Jeremiah 29:6. -unknownWhy do we, as the Church, only quote the blessing when th… Read More
2023-06-03 16:42
God led me to the right name for this girl. Emily JOY! AKA "SmartyPants" per her internet uncle Phil. :-D We are very proud of her for putting in the hours of study that allowed her to gradu… Read More
2023-06-02 04:00
This goes with the previous post Read More
2023-06-01 04:00
God gave Amanda a very strong mechanical gift. Clint was working on a car when she came to visit me. As soon as he got up to get something, she jumped into the spot and started helping him… Read More
2023-06-01 04:00
2023-05-31 14:27
I was asked for tips to deal with invasive wisteria. I have it trying to claim my grapevines and fruit trees. The natural method we have used is to dig up roots and cut them out o… Read More
2023-05-31 04:00
Amanda gave this to Clint for Christmas. He has it in his office Read More
2023-05-31 04:00
Love isn't always spoken. Sometimes it is demonstrated.This isn't where I live. I had been helping out by cleaning this shower.I had been working on it for 45 minutes when Amanda dropped by… Read More
2023-05-30 16:12
One of the books that helped me as a large family and homeschooling mother was Cheaper by the Dozen by Frank and Ernestine Gilbreth. It was recommended to me by a homeschooling father. The b… Read More
2023-05-30 12:29
Katy, a cousin in Florida, and her family are finally moving back into their home eight months after the devastation of Hurricane Ian. They have lived in hotels and homes that were open to t… Read More
2023-05-30 04:00
I asked her what were the favorite features of her apartment. She said she loves the little built-in shelf in her entry way. She also loves her view of the courtyard Read More
2023-05-29 04:00
The Captain America we found left behind in a camping spot several adventures back is still pointing the way and enjoying the views Read More
2023-05-28 04:00
"Here [in Psalms] we are able to watch noble souls struggling with their problems and with themselves. They talk to themselves and to their souls, having their hearts, analysing their proble… Read More
2023-05-27 04:00
For three days, workers tried to catch this little bird. Amanda went to work and caught it in her hat as it flew by her. She noticed it was very dehydrated, took care of it, and released it Read More
2023-05-26 04:00
I drop everything when he comes home because he is only here for such a short time before work sends him out again. He is excelling in his new job and is in very high demand Read More
2023-05-24 18:28
The situation in Israel.Pray for the peace of Jerusalem:“May those who love you prosper.aMay there be peace within your walls,and prosperityb inside your fortresses.”For the… Read More
2023-05-24 04:00
This is Amanda's dog, Twinkie. She keeps a very good watch over Read More
2023-05-24 04:00
Bethany and her friend Jeremy enjoyed seeing the Transformer statues at Navy Pier in Chicago while they were there.Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed b… Read More
2023-05-23 15:30
When I was around 14, our church held a revival. The speaker educated us about the ashes of the red heifer. I was so intrigued I went home and studied the Bible regarding that topic more on… Read More
2023-05-23 04:00
I am full of joy each day I get to work with my two youngest girls by my side.We have so much fun together! Read More
2023-05-21 13:39
Frustrated with the ineffective protocols of allopathic medicine to treat an ear infection in my son and also with a severe condition I had in my pregnancies, I received my certificate as a… Read More
2023-05-21 04:00
I have given them the glory that you gave me, that they may be one as we are one— I in them and you in me—so that they may be brought to complete unity. Then the world will know… Read More
2023-05-20 04:00
The accent tile color is light blue but it looks mint green in the picture. Read More
2023-05-19 12:52
This is part of the way through the first ferment.I used Moringa and Black Tea for this batch.We make two gallons at a time and love to flavor it with pineapple ginger Read More
2023-05-18 04:00
Our home is located on a peninsula on a peninsula if you can picture that. In any one direction, I will quickly run into water. We "spiral" our way out of our neighborhood. We get such beaut… Read More
2023-05-16 04:00
2023-05-15 22:59
This Mother's Day gift gave Clint and me two wonderful meals. Clint cooked everything while I sat in the rocker recliner.My loving Father and my family spoil me. I am so thankful for their l… Read More
2023-05-15 20:17
“Let each one of us, if we have done nothing for Christ, begin to do something now. The distribution of tracts is the first thing…When preaching and private talk are not availab… Read More
2023-05-15 15:16
I am spending the day bulk cooking after 10 days away from home with my one and only, Clint. I am also working on returning calls and messages. My love to all! Read More
2023-05-15 15:14
Instead, God chose things the world considers foolish in order to shame those who think they are wise. And he chose things that are powerless to shame those who are powerful. –1 C… Read More
2023-05-15 04:00
2023-05-13 04:00
"Captain, my religious belief teaches me to feel as safe in battle as in bed. God has fixed the time for my death. I do not concern myself about that, but to be always ready, no matter… Read More
2023-05-11 04:00
What are the benefits of homeschooling?Homeschooling, or educating children at home rather than in a traditional school setting, can offer several benefits. Here are a few potential ad… Read More
2023-05-10 04:00
Clint and Penny are waiting on me in the car. Marty was at my feet. She will not get into the car until I do because she wants to make sure I am going.Handsome man, pretty puppy, loyal canin… Read More
2023-05-09 13:54
https://calvarychapelkaneohe.subspla.sh/scpnm9z If you are not aware of what is going on, this is well worth your time to listen.I found a video that shares more about the chatbox he re… Read More
2023-05-09 13:20
The girls made a friend while we were on the road. When we stopped, Emily took a good look at it, looked at me, put her open hand to her face, and said, "Ugh, he's not very attractive, is he… Read More
2023-05-08 04:00
Marty was terrified of Clint when we received her from bad circumstances. She would try to bite him if he came too close to her. She is missing most of her teeth, so she never did any damage… Read More
2023-05-07 04:00
"God, I pray for those who are walking through trials and difficulties, challenges right now, valleys and low points. God, I pray that they would know in this moment, just like Job kne… Read More
2023-05-07 04:00
“When through fiery trials thy pathway shall lie,my grace, all-sufficient, shall be thy supply;the flame shall not hurt thee; I only designthy dross to consume, and thy gold to refine… Read More
2023-05-07 04:00
“Whatever dark tunnel we may be called upon to travel through, God has been there. Whatever deep waters seem about to drown us, He has traversed. Faith is not merely “feeling goo… Read More
2023-05-06 04:00
"God designed mothers to partner with Him in His eternal work.. It is for the children's sake that we give our lives. We are protecting future generations that they might be strong for the b… Read More
2023-05-05 04:00
Don’t be interested only in your own life, but care about the lives of others too. Philippians 2:4 Read More
2023-05-04 04:00
Marty and I had arrived home late. I had a lot of packages to open and things to put away. She was so very tired and kept letting me know with groans that she wanted me to go upstairs so she… Read More
2023-05-03 04:00
Few things will last after we die, but our children and their children will live throughout eternity. What we do as mothers, therefore, has eternal significance. -Sa… Read More
2023-05-01 04:00
If you have been reading the blog for a while, you know I have lost nine children to stillbirths and miscarriages. After one miscarriage, and I mean immediately after, I had a Christian fami… Read More
2023-04-29 04:00
I saw the Jeep struggling to get up the hill where we were parked while Clint used his phone to get directions. When they pulled in beside us, I alerted Clint to the situation. The Jeep was… Read More
2023-04-28 14:28
notes taken from: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=s1S1djTu9B0&ab_channel=EdYoung1. We put God first and exalt him and not ourselves. We live to glorify Him and not ourselves.2. We su… Read More
2023-04-28 04:00
Ace isn't supposed to be in the house Read More
2023-04-26 13:43
Clint was driving. I took the picture. That little black car was closer to us when the following happened. It was almost hit head-on by a reckless driver. If the driver of the black ca… Read More
2023-04-26 12:59
Well, the word came several days earlier than planned. It has not been announced within the company yet though. (It's OK for me to post it here.)Amanda passed her Industrial Master Tech exam… Read More
2023-04-25 21:16
I expect I can share some great news for Amanda soon. We were told it will happen. We're just waiting for the official word Read More
2023-04-25 14:25
all nations were deceived by your sorcery. Revelation 18:23bφαρμακείαpharmakeiafar-mak-i'-ahFrom G5332; medication (&ldq&hell…Read More
2023-04-25 04:00
I got in Brandon's car to ride home with him and this is what I saw was playing. I am proud of him for putting God foremost in his life. I read this book years ago and recommended it to him… Read More
2023-04-24 14:17
Revelation 9:15-21And the four angels were loosed, which were prepared for an hour, and a day, and a month, and a year, for to slay the third part of men.And the number of the army of… Read More
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