I love buying home decor items, but our bank account isn't a fan of my TJ Maxx weakness. But I can make some stuff at home now that I achieved a level of semi-competency with my sewing machine. So here's my latest creation: a burlap runner with a cotton center. All I did was fold over the … Continue reading homemade.
Project Dignity
Last month Genna Helfrich, our friend who is serving in the Peace Corps in Malawi, asked me if I could sew some reusable pads for women in her village and surrounding villages. Genna sent along a link to the Days for Girls website, so that I could use their pattern and information on making feminine … Continue reading Project Dignity
Happy 154th Birthday, Oregon!
Yesterday was Oregon's 154th birthday, and we had a marionberry good time! While state pride certainly plays into celebrating Oregon's inception, it's also because of the people I love who still live there. And since Oregon's birthday shares the day with Valentine's day, it seemed appropriate to remember those I love who are far away … Continue reading Happy 154th Birthday, Oregon!
Marriage is Not Valentine’s Day Everyday c/o Verily Blog
"Marriage is gloriously difficult." - Joanna Hyatt. Click on photo to read Joanna's entire article.
A blessed Lent to you all!
8 years.
Sunday Eve
Out at Caribou using the internet - aka I'm checking my email/blog/pinterest and Josh is doing our taxes. That's what he does for fun. Thank goodness because thinking of sorting through tax forms makes me want to put my face in a pillow and cry like the adult that I am. He takes care of … Continue reading Sunday Eve
Sew Fun.
As I mentioned a while back, Josh bought me a sewing machine and I took a couple lessons from a lady in town. Unfortunately, my instructor has been very sick lately, and so we're unable to meet. But I've continued to dabble and experiment in the world of fabric, stitches and seam rippers! I've made … Continue reading Sew Fun.
expect the unexpected: a blessed adventure
Let's just say, I never thought that the University of North Dakota would be the name on my degree. Nor did I think that I would attend three different schools in three different states in 4 1/2 years. I always imagined that I would graduate on a warm afternoon in May, surrounded by the closest … Continue reading expect the unexpected: a blessed adventure
Happy 12 Days of Christmas
In the Catholic tradition, we begin celebrating Christmas on Christmas Eve and continue until January 6th, the Feast of the Epiphany. Let us continue to ponder the great mystery of the Incarnation, the Word made flesh!
a dillightful adventure 