I live in Kansas. My calendar says January 22. It can’t be. January in Kansas is windy and bitter cold at best, icy and arctic when things get interesting. It was 63° this afternoon. Sunny. No wind. We took advantage and had a wonderful afternoon at the park. Three happy kids. Exercise for Mama. Laughter [...]
Hair Raising Ride
January 22, 2009
After 437 trips down the slide, things got a little hair raising today at the park! 5 Minutes for Mom is hosting a fun photo contest, Horsing Around. This picture is the Finer Things entry. The prize? An adorable rocking horse from A Rocking Horse to Love, just the perfect size for my little static [...]
Filed Under: Just for Fun
Abundance
January 22, 2009
There are times when this whole frugal thing really starts to get to me. I begin to wonder what it would be like to have a new vehicle, or a finished basement… or cable. I get frustrated with the time it takes to match coupons with sales. I get a little chilly in my 66° [...]
Filed Under: Gratitude
Comfort Food
January 22, 2009
FishMama is hosting a comfort food recipe swap today over at Life as Mom. This is right up my alley, as I am all about meat and potatoes, soups, casseroles and desserts! Bring on the comfort food! Here are some of my favorites: Cavatini Chocolate Sheet Cake Chicken Fried Steak with mashed potatoes and gravy [...]
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Resting in His Promises
January 22, 2009
I’m not thrilled by any means, but neither am I scared of our new president. My reason is my hope, and my hope is in the following promises that I claim for myself, my family and my country. You, too, can rest in the promises of the One who is truly in charge. Count it [...]
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