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preparing for power outages- surviving Ike

Since we live out in he country it is common for our power to go out in a storm, or even when there isn’t a storm. Or sometimes for no reason at all. Here are some of my best tips to stay prepared and not be quite so uncomfortable.

have a bible and know [...]

consider it pure joy…

Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. (James 1:2-4)

I was reading about what a friend from Texas has been [...]

Favorite Friday Freebies- join in!

Here we are again, throughout the day I will be adding to this list. Please know that I try to check out as many of these as I can, but always procede with caution. You might get an additional free email address for all coupon offers and such. I try to only post ones [...]

Thursday Thirteen

This is something new I found at Audra Krells blog. It is called Thursday Thirteen. Mine is about living in the country.

Thirteen Things about me, and why I love living in the country

1..I can have chickens 2..I get fresh eggs 3…I can plant a huge garden 4…we can eat fresh veggies [...]

trying something new – beads!

Fall is a lovely time to learn something new. I don’t know if it the changing colors of the scenery or what but I suddenly feel creative. I love bright colors, especially ones that happen naturally. I have a friend that creates jewelry, and I love looking at the different colors of beads she [...]