Monthly Archives: September 2006

Freezing Apple Pie Filling

Posted on September 14, 2006 by Mary

  In 2004, I discovered this wonderful recipe! Made some adjustments, and ever since, I’ve “mega-cooked” my apple pie fillings. The following recipe truly does store in the freezer for up to a year…in fact, just the other day I … Continue reading →

Posted in Cooking and Food and Mega Cooking | 53 Comments

Home-made Skirts in a Snap!

Posted on September 14, 2006 by Mary

Does your girl-child have any jeans lying around with worn-out knees? Do you have a buck to spend on fabric? Oh, and a sewing machine or access to one? Then step right up. This looks to be one easy sewing … Continue reading →

Posted in Family Ties | 7 Comments

A Little Training Update

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Mary

My little stinker of the “In Training” posts, seems to have an issue with being in the “spotlight”. In the past two days, we’ve been at least equally as successful as not…in the toilet training department. Why? Well, when the … Continue reading →

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Contagious Collage

Posted on September 13, 2006 by Mary

Want a good family read that stokes those fires of creativity? Get thee to the nearest library and check out Alphabet House by Nancy Elizabeth Wallace. It’s an A to Z book like many others with each alphabet letter getting … Continue reading →

Posted in Family Ties and Home Schooling | 1 Comment

Rainy Days and Tea Pots

Posted on September 12, 2006 by Mary

I love tea pots. I only have two, and both were special wedding gifts. I use them whenever I have a good excuse for a tea party. Haven’t had a chance to make Chelsea buns yet, but with weather glooming … Continue reading →

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What Style Are You?

Posted on September 12, 2006 by Mary

I admit I haven’t got any style choices for you to choose from in describing yourself, I’m just curious. If anyone knows of a neat site or quiz to help in determining this, would you please share it in comments … Continue reading →

Posted in Culture | 17 Comments

The Sting of Dying to Self

Posted on September 11, 2006 by Mary

In 1 Corinthians 15:56-57 we see an awesome truth! I know it’s brought hope to my heart, “The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law, but thanks be to God, who gives us the … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Marriage and Parenting | 12 Comments

Exploring “Dying to Self”

Posted on September 10, 2006 by Mary

Dying to self…this simple Biblical phrase causes so much inner and outer turmoil as Christians try to reason it out. Christian women, especially. Galatians 2:20 says, “I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, … Continue reading →

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Dying to Self in Marriage

Posted on September 9, 2006 by Mary

I was researching Jonathan and Sarah Edwards and wanted to share a sweet paragraph I found about their relationship: “The many people who visited the home were impressed by the peace which flourished in the home. There was none of … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity and Marriage | 7 Comments

Orchard Time

Posted on September 8, 2006 by Mary

If you think going to the orchard is all about picking apples, think again. My first “family fun” post at Writer Interrupted is today, titled The Orchard Tradition. Thought I’d post a couple of yummy apple recipes, both sure to … Continue reading →

Posted in Cooking and Food and Family Ties | 5 Comments