Monthly Archives: February 2008

My Full House

Posted on February 29, 2008 by Mary

Today’s post is a ramble about my small home here in the country…two bedrooms, one bathroom, living room, kitchen, laundry room and back porch. We are fortunate to have spacious rooms, and the promise of someday being able to spread … Continue reading →

Posted in Homemaking and Life | 18 Comments

Real Life Homeschooling

Posted on February 28, 2008 by Mary

That’s the title of my post today at Writer…Interrupted. Here’s a hint, real life is full of real interruptions. The beauty of it is, they are very educational…for the most part! Here’s another gem of a quote: “Interruptions can be … Continue reading →

Posted in Home Schooling | 7 Comments

Poem for Parents Who Have Lost a Child

Posted on February 27, 2008 by Mary

Before I was born, my parents lost a son. At six years of age, David was hit by a car, never to regain consciousness. As a child, I was fascinated by the many details…subsequently, all my life, I’ve known that … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity and Parenting | 44 Comments

Wind-bitten, Home-smitten

Posted on February 25, 2008 by Mary

There’s no place like inside on a day like today! I know, because I was just out there slogging through the mud and snow, doing chores…fighting the North wind and getting exfoliated by fresh snowflakes in the process! It was … Continue reading →

Posted in Life | 17 Comments

On Motherhood: Being Everything

Posted on February 22, 2008 by Mary

Sickness is a good thing. For ten days now, I’ve been on an escalating ride, experiencing the various symptoms of the cold/flu virus. You know what I miss the most about being healthy? Everything! My voice especially. I’m so grateful … Continue reading →

Posted in Home Schooling and Parenting | 14 Comments

Those Little Things

Posted on February 19, 2008 by Mary

One night after supper the dryer buzzed as if on cue. Have you ever had one of those days? When every time you think relief is in sight, something necessary reminds you that the day is not yet done? Have … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 9 Comments

Take a Look at Weekend Kindness

Posted on February 18, 2008 by Mary

MInTheGap, most influential to my blogging beginnings, also runs the Weekend Kindness site. I encourage you all to check it out regularly, subscribe to it, etc. He’s recruited many great contributors and during the month of February the topic line-up … Continue reading →

Posted in Family Ties and Weekend Kindness | 6 Comments

Why Hospitals Scare Me

Posted on February 15, 2008 by Mary

It’s called MRSA, a drug-resistant strain of staph that is getting out of control in U.S. hospitals. Check this article out in it’s entirety for a sobering read, and then Google “MRSA stay out of hospitals” for more. This is … Continue reading →

Posted in Health | 16 Comments

Happy Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 14, 2008 by Mary

Hope you all are having a special day with your families! I’ve been offline for a couple of days, yes, the flu got me. I’m on the mend though, no fever today, so hopefully I’ll get back on track here … Continue reading →

Posted in Life | 13 Comments

When You are Cut, Do You Bleed the Bible?

Posted on February 12, 2008 by Mary

We’re finishing up our A Life Well Lived DVD Series (Tommy Nelson) and last week, Tommy shared a quote from Spurgeon, something similar to my title, I tried finding the exact quote, without success. But be sure to check out … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity and Life | 10 Comments