tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-180271332011-12-31T23:21:04.291-06:00Embracing a Lifestyle of Learning <br> "..increasing in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man." Luke 2:52Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.comBlogger2101100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-486465066398957152011-12-31T23:17:00.002-06:002011-12-31T23:21:04.301-06:00

May this be the best year ever!

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-83155205199854539802011-10-13T18:21:00.017-05:002011-10-15T13:30:44.617-05:00

Woohoo ~ I'm so excited. I just recently decided to dust off my blog as well as start my reading habits again and look what I found. Yay!I've so many books I'd love to read and I've allowed the busyness of being a student rob me of my joy of ready. No more and I'm so excited especially after reading for only 15mins last night. What a joy that was. Can you tell I'm excited. I will have to schedule

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-3066926472233256292011-01-01T06:40:00.004-06:002011-01-01T06:40:39.459-06:00

May you fulfill all your dreams, goals and purpose this coming year and that it is filled w/the love, joy, peace and happiness you so richly deserve.Be blessed!

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-50592025446526195982010-11-09T20:01:00.008-06:002011-10-13T19:05:14.079-05:00

Night Sky Painting by Rebecca Fitchett "Thinking about the night as the beginning of the day reminds us that everything doesn't depend on us. We go to sleep, but God is working all through the night. So we don't have to be anxious or rushed. When we wake up, we will simply join him in his work." Eugene H. Peterson

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-75724657068356908172010-04-17T13:54:00.002-05:002010-04-17T13:57:48.839-05:00

My life line:"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end."Jeremiah 29:11 (KJV)

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-15110534368422630512009-06-19T22:36:00.003-05:002009-06-19T22:41:35.142-05:00

Its been along time since I've been here. My blog house has been very empty. I'm thinking and praying about what I shall do with it. I've missed it a little but not much. I believe I've let life get in the way of what I enjoy most. I will share that I've decided to do my 3 books again and I'm mediatating on scripture too. I need to work on getting my thoughts and life back in order, it has been

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-21667905862172654102009-04-20T11:04:00.001-05:002009-04-20T11:05:49.871-05:00

We serve an awesome God! enough said ;)

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-42741716635347367262008-03-23T09:32:00.003-05:002008-03-23T09:35:16.388-05:00

Sunrise by Thomas Kinkade Celebrate Jesus, celebrateCelebrate Jesus, celebrateHe is risenHe is risen and He lives forever moreHe is risenHe is risencome on an celebrate the resurrection of our Lord

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-71288316948284888232008-03-22T18:21:00.003-05:002008-03-22T18:31:20.190-05:00

"The service a man renders his friend is trivial and selfish compared with the service he knows his friend stood in readiness to yield him...."~ Ralph Waldo Emerson, "Gifts"

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-74456471413225208022008-03-20T21:36:00.003-05:002008-03-20T21:53:24.108-05:00

Beauty seen is never lost; God's colors all are fast.~ John Greenleaf Whittier

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-37543181826442089852008-03-07T10:41:00.002-06:002008-03-07T10:50:59.550-06:00

""We leave something incomplete everyday, whether it's an area of housework, school, work, friendship, ministry ~ because we are finite.""~ from The Hidden Art of Homemaking by Edith Schaeffer~ *My thoughts soon. ~ don't forget to join in. ;D

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-14528109336048266812008-02-20T21:43:00.003-06:002008-02-20T21:52:36.572-06:00

~ when the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie thats ~Amore'Join in the fun ~ get the code here.

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-58080898190037730932008-01-17T10:48:00.001-06:002008-01-18T14:24:59.074-06:00

"Go ye therefore, and teach all nations.... Matthew 28:19This scripture was the one resounding through my head as I prayed about enrolling in Bible School for the 2nd year. I wanted to go and knew that it would be good for me to go. However, there was no $$ to go. I found myself praying alot about it til one day a close friend told me to apply for a scholarship. I didn't even knew they had a

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-14556360751445828402008-01-17T10:22:00.000-06:002008-01-17T13:47:04.106-06:00

I've been tagged by Rachel to play along. Hmm... now to come up w/7 things you'd be interested in knowing. Ok ~ let the games begin.7 Random Facts... now these are the rules:- Link to the person’s blog who tagged you.- Post these rules on your blog.- List seven random and/or weird facts about yourself. I’ll try my best!- Tag seven random people at the end of your post and include links to their

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-65543586248488167882008-01-15T18:33:00.000-06:002008-01-15T18:55:41.191-06:00

"A family without a commitment to the God of the Bible has no hope of stemming the tide of cultural onslaught. If we mix a little biblical truth, a little secular physchology, a little romance novel idology, and a little eastern mysticism, we will get a deadly mixture of lies. Unfortunately, this is what many Christian families do . . . If we are to experience multigeneraltional faithfulness we

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-90373139525229045602008-01-15T18:24:00.000-06:002008-01-15T18:50:43.690-06:00

its been a long time since I blog here. I've also beeng thinking about combining it w/my simplified life blog but I couldn't do it. I came over today to copy n paste my links to the other template and just couldn't do it. I starting reading the previous posts, the comments and visiting the links and I miss you guys. I don't want to leave. This is a lovely home I've created here and I think it

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-27744928511488548062007-10-17T13:10:00.000-05:002007-10-18T00:34:25.633-05:00

Veggie Artby James ParkerJoin in the fun ~ get the code here.

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-5392598828707991862007-10-15T16:04:00.000-05:002007-10-17T01:08:04.465-05:00

"Gentleness is part of being feminine - part of being a woman, and God made us distinctly different from men on purpose!"~ Melanie Chitwood ~ I'm so grateful that I am a woman. Now to work on this lovely fruit of the spirit ~ Gentleness.

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-32389245145071990592007-09-09T21:51:00.001-05:002007-09-11T23:13:21.096-05:00

"Praying is no easy matter. It demands a relationship in which you allow someone other than yourself to enter into the very center of your person, to see there what you would rather leave in darkness, and to touch there what you would rather leave untouched. Why would you really want to do that?"~ Henri Nouwen ~

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-42624827372539298432007-09-09T21:41:00.000-05:002007-09-09T21:44:50.587-05:00

"In reading great literature, I become a thousand men and yet remain myself . . . Here, as in worship, in love, in moral action, and in knowing, I transcend myself; and am never more myself than when I do." -- C. S. Lewis

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-29323456382598772352007-08-26T14:59:00.000-05:002007-08-26T15:09:11.829-05:00

Its time to get back into the swing of things. I believe I've been on mental vacation for long enough. I've neglected my personal studies but I've grown in other areas. I've enriched my life by learning new skills, making new friends and simply enjoying myself. So in other words ~ I'm back.I'm planning my "mother culture" reading list, planning new things to blog about, looking forward to a

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-3734409017046472372007-08-15T19:24:00.000-05:002007-08-15T19:36:05.529-05:00

~ Tea Time ~Join in the fun ~ get the code here.

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-85368610347376853912007-08-06T23:49:00.000-05:002007-08-06T23:50:54.709-05:00

I'm off to have some fun, learn something new and hopefully enjoy myself. More on my adventures when I return. Have an awesome week.

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-63880102877965247542007-08-01T23:42:00.000-05:002007-08-01T23:47:20.669-05:00

Choose your battles wisely ~ give patience where patience is due, and continually ask God for wisdom in discipline. ~ today's Motivation for Moms reading.

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-87334167467162971662007-08-01T23:20:00.000-05:002007-08-01T23:32:07.265-05:00

This morning’s devotional writer talked about the “Chimes of Praise.” He mostly pointed us to creations praise of our Lord ~ sounds you hear outside your window everyday but may not have noticed or even recognized as praise. He goes on to illustrate how at the first of August you hear more clearly the insects then you did before especially the locust. How the birds are either tired or to full and

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-23168183492331487912007-07-30T23:08:00.000-05:002007-07-31T00:19:19.188-05:00

Leslie has given me a Thinking Blogger Award. I'm honored, thank you very much. ;DHere is the information on The Thinking Blogger Award.The participation rules are simple:1. If, and only if, you get tagged, write a post with links to 5 blogs that make you think,2. Link to this post so that people can easily find the exact origin of the meme,3. Optional: Proudly display the ‘Thinking Blogger Award

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-35185619708059743192007-07-26T00:22:00.002-05:002007-07-26T00:42:48.118-05:00

"All praise and honor is due Him,and Him alone."Wow, I'm actually doing mine early ~ yes folks its 12:26am central. Heehee! I've alot to be thankful this round. There is so much but I'll keep it short, promise. 1. Working A/C ~ now let me tell you, this is really something to be thankful for. You know its a true bummer to get a $200+ bill and you are hot and sticky. My a/c has been serviced, I'm

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-54400955180829066422007-07-26T00:07:00.000-05:002007-07-26T00:36:47.299-05:00

"what a ball of yarn!"Join in the fun ~ get the code here.

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-57769481785152742812007-07-19T23:58:00.000-05:002007-07-20T23:49:45.937-05:00

I'm so lame ~ I've been an absentee blogger of the worse kind. I've spent more time reading then writing, well at least for this blog. I've got several things roaming around in my head for this blog but don't seem to ever get them onto the page. Hmm, wonder whats up with that. I've been neglectful too. I've received a "thinking blog" nomination and haven't posted. I even failed to post my finish

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-56874848487337971562007-07-06T00:01:00.001-05:002007-07-06T00:04:55.941-05:00

Count your blessings ~ one by one ~ being grateful for them all and giving thanks.Oh, I've not shared in a while and there have been some amazing things happening in my life. I'll try to recap in a brief style of what I'm most thankful for in the past 3 wks, there may be more later.The opportunity to drive to NC in early June, to visit with friends, to see the Blue Ridge and Appalachian mountains

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-58806209348619874902007-06-27T10:07:00.000-05:002007-06-27T10:13:02.342-05:00

Take the time to "Be still and know," you'll be amazed at how much your life will be changed, refreshed and satisfied. Be blessed.Hear My Voice~ by Jeremy CampYou are the only one that brings me peaceYou are the only one where hope is seenThe mercy you've given is more than I deserveSo I lay it down so I can heed your wordHear my voice, I raise to youWith Honor and praiseAll Glory is dueI lay it

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-59541331167705671192007-06-17T21:32:00.000-05:002007-06-17T21:35:12.948-05:00

"Blessed is every one that feareth the Lord; that walketh in his ways.For thou shalt eat the labour of thine hands:happy shalt thou be, and it shall be well with thee.Thy wife shall be as a fruitful vine by the sides of thine house:thy children like olive plants round about thy table.Behold, that thus shall the man be blessed that feareth the Lord."Ps. 128:1-4May we always remember to honor and

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-79304723832025111902007-06-11T23:28:00.000-05:002007-06-11T23:49:57.619-05:00

If a man does not keep pace with his companions,perhaps it is becausehe hears a different drummer.Let him step to the musicwhich he hears, however measuredor far away.~ from Walden(this may be a repeat for Something to think about but worth it)

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-59367108475524237552007-06-06T00:20:00.000-05:002007-06-06T00:25:01.382-05:00

I'm off to spend the week learning new ways to torment teach my dc.Have a great weekend and I'll update as soon as I return.~ Bah-bye ~

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-20481518714550157622007-06-03T12:03:00.000-05:002007-06-03T12:09:33.097-05:00

Blind Assassin ~ returnedThe Joy Luck Club ~ doneDante's Inferno ~ changed my mindMansfield ParkFor the Children's Sake ~ doneHaving a Mary Heart in a Martha WorldBody Clutter ~ this will have to waitThere are no shortcuts ~ doneKnit One, Kill Two ~ doneChicks with Sticks ~ done *****Died in the Wool ~ doneBlue Shoes & Happiness ~ doneThe Tomb of the Golden BirdThe Quilter's ApprenticeAs you can

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-21776226786271658592007-06-03T11:48:00.000-05:002007-06-03T11:59:48.252-05:00

"Joyful is the person who finds wisdom,the one who gains understanding.For wisdom is more profitable than silver,and her wages are better than gold."~ Prov 3:13, 14 NLTAre you this joyful person? If not, you can be!

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-53811572590360987482007-06-02T01:43:00.000-05:002007-06-02T02:04:17.255-05:00

Its been quiet around here. I've not had much to blog about though I could easily write about my books read, the projects completed, the fact that we finished our school term or various sun dried items. But I've not said anything. I am pondering simplicity for my life. I currently have about 6 active blogs and I'm beginning to not enjoy keeping so many. I know several will have to remain active

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-26556917230250261412007-05-24T18:18:00.000-05:002007-05-24T18:47:07.201-05:00

"You have turned my mourning into joyful dancing. You have taken away my clothes of mourning and clothed me with joy, that I might sing praises to you and not be silent. O Lord my God, I will give you thanks forever!" Psalm 30:12 NLTIts been a very productive week and I'm just thankful for the privilege to live it. I don't have many specific things to be thankful for but I am thankful for the

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-41436083221011709062007-05-21T20:38:00.000-05:002007-05-21T21:02:03.221-05:00

"My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfiying life."John 10:10

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-67650426589002757382007-05-15T14:11:00.000-05:002007-05-15T14:25:28.965-05:00

"What makes life on this frightful sod so exquisite is God's merciful propensity to perform divine tasks amid deeply flawed people."~ Beth Moore, LPM Blog ~ Now thats a mouthful and I'm going to leave it at that for now. I may return with my musings but leave me a message and let me know what you think of it.Don't forget to stop by and visit those who have already shared their thoughts.

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-65820642880174373572007-05-12T23:05:00.000-05:002007-05-12T23:34:37.772-05:00

~ Happy Mother's Day ~May each of you have an awesome day. I'll be off line today, enjoying the peace of my family, some knitting time and then off to work for a few hours.Be blessed!

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-52641739067221751982007-05-12T00:53:00.000-05:002007-05-12T01:05:02.830-05:00

This a fun meme I found over at Homemade Simplicity.Lace or Ribbon?Mountain or Beach? bothReading or Writing?Cookie or Cake? bothBaked or Mashed Potato?Side or Back?Shrimp or Steak?Scrambled or Fried?Orange or Apple?Spring or Fall?Roller Skating or Bowling?DVD or Theater movies?Wood or Glass? bothBlue or Green?Chocolate or Vanilla?Quilt or Knit?Early Morning or Late Night?Coffee or Tea?Watermelon

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-36853211433196811682007-05-10T13:05:00.000-05:002007-05-10T13:23:42.181-05:00

Wow, its been a while since I participated in this here meme, but I am thankful I'm able to share again though. Last week, I had a bunch to say. Unfortunately, my peri-menopause state has taken over and I don't remember what I was planning to write. Hmm, well I am very thankful that though I can't remember as I once did, I am still able to function and my short-term memory is working. LOLSo

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-64783952391102628732007-05-08T21:33:00.000-05:002007-06-03T12:02:33.570-05:00

Blind Assassin ~ returnedThe Joy Luck Club ~ doneDante's InfernoMansfield ParkFor the Children's Sake ~ doneHaving a Mary Heart in a Martha WorldBody Clutter ~ this will have to waitThere are no shortcutsKnit One, Kill Two ~ doneChicks with Sticks ~ done *****So, the above was my original list right?! Well, lets see ~ I believe an update is in order.Blind Assassin - returned to library w/o

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-12025677811780623942007-05-07T19:36:00.000-05:002007-05-07T20:11:26.929-05:00

Actually, I've been at the LPGA. I'm still a bit tired so will update later in the week. Hopefully, I will get some rest and can post ~ I'm scheduled to work everyday this week. ;(Have an awesome one!

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-74352892290804568662007-04-27T12:46:00.000-05:002007-05-10T13:36:37.402-05:00

Nothing much happening around these parts. Its been pretty dull due to excessive toothaches. ;D I'm doing better and spending time reading, pondering and knitting. I'll be back next week w/updates on my "Spring Reading Thingy" since I've finished a book or two. I want to add some new quotes too and get back into the meme's I love so much.Until then, have an awesome weekend!

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-72815933536175908512007-04-12T12:10:00.000-05:002007-04-12T12:21:58.732-05:00

There is a need and I'd like my friends to prayerfully consider how they may be a blessing. Please read the following, visit the website and ask the Lord what He'd have you do. This is a wonderful internet community and I've learned and received alot from them. I encourage you to visit and take a moment to enjoy, then share it on your blog.~ Be Blessed ~ Do you have a heart for hurting women?

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-37469755617131238872007-04-12T11:16:00.000-05:002007-04-13T13:15:27.347-05:00

"Give Thanks with a Grateful Heart,Give Thanks to the Holy One,Give Thanks cause He's given Jesus Christ,His Son." (~ Don Moen)I've got alot to be thankful for this week. Yes sir, I must say that I do. Hmm, whats up with the "yes sir" I wonder. Oh well, on to my thankfulness.1. my KTC swap partner ~ she sent such lovely gifts. you can read about it in a previous post.2. my SP10 buddy ~ she sent

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-37053363233026013562007-04-12T10:29:00.000-05:002007-04-12T11:41:24.918-05:00

Woohoo! I got my package from my KTC Swap partner. Yes sir, that there package was very nice, if I say so myself. Looka here, see all thats inside, then go on over and show some love to Pooch for being such a blessing. ;) Books ~ Knit One, Kill Two & UnashamedGoodie Bag ~ Stitch Counter, Christmas Stocking Point Protectors, Darning Needles w/case and Topaz colored Stitch MarkersInside Book ~

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-57095709637680004702007-04-11T01:26:00.000-05:002007-04-12T11:50:28.872-05:00

I joined another swap ~ its the Book and Bookmark Swap. It sounds like lots of fun and I'm looking forward to meeting new people and books. Here is my Wish List:My favorite authors ~ Kenneth & Gloria Copeland, Thomas Kinkaid, Robin Gunn Jones, T. Davis Bunn, there are more please see my blog profileMy hobbies... ~ reading, blogging/writing, crocheting, cross-stitch, sewing, bird watchingMy

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-39609125434868255432007-04-03T08:30:00.000-05:002007-04-03T08:35:18.464-05:00

"Be careful for nothing; but in everythingby prayer and supplication with thanksgivinglet your requests be made know to God.And the peace of God, which passeth allunderstanding, shall keep your heartsand minds through Christ Jesus."Phil 4:6, 7

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-18216352982737631552007-04-02T21:28:00.000-05:002007-04-04T00:53:24.175-05:00

"At the heart of the story stands the cross of Christ where evil did its worst and met its match."~ John Wenham ~Aren't you grateful for all He's done? I know I am.Lord, thank you for the cross, for the sacrifice you made for me when I knew you not. I humbly surrender all to you, my King of Kings and Lord of Lords. Thank Him for what He has done for you. Join us.

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-55453637629586299312007-03-30T00:58:00.000-05:002007-03-30T01:23:06.083-05:00

I will "declare your lovingkindness in the morning,And your faithfulness every night. (Ps 92:2)Little late on my Thankful Thursday but better late than never.I've got so much to be thankful for that I don't even know where to begin. So, I'll keep it simple ~ I'm most thankful for the loving kindness that has been shed toward me from:~ my spoiler for SP10, she's a doll and is praying for me~ my

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-84125268074832635812007-03-27T13:39:00.000-05:002007-03-27T13:42:13.563-05:00

Go on over and visit at the Cafe ~ you won't be disappointed.

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-53310270667752604202007-03-27T12:58:00.000-05:002007-03-27T13:23:30.133-05:00

"Every time you make a choice you are turning the central part of you, the part of you that chooses, into something a little different from what it was before... either into a creature that is in harmony with God, ...or into one that is in a state of war with God. Each of us at each moment is progressing to the one state or the other."~ C.S. Lewis ~Mere ChristianityHmm, now this is something to

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-44788542411129744972007-03-26T01:44:00.000-05:002007-03-27T12:51:20.205-05:00

Yarn, knitting, crocheting, and spinning:1. What is your favorite type of yarn or fiber? cashmerino and soft acrylics2. Any yarns or fibers you absolutely hate? no3. Any type that you would love to try but haven't yet? sock yarn and silk4. Any yarn allergies or sensitivities? no5. Favorite colors? reds6. What is your favorite type of thing to knit or crochet? (i.e., socks, lace, fair isle, shawls

Dawn ;)noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18027133.post-37752673296471010842007-03-24T23:47:00.001-05:002007-04-12T11:57:41.289-05:00

I'm joining in the fun, though I missed the deadline for the cool drawing. Here is my list that I am hoping to get done:Blind AssassinThe Joy Luck ClubDante's InfernoMansfield ParkFor the Children's SakeHaving a Mary Heart in a Martha WorldBody Clutter ~ this will have to waitThere are no shortcutsKnit One, Kill Two...there are a few more but my computer is not acting friendly so I"ll update

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"Rejoice in the Lord always, and again, I say, Rejoice."Philipians 4:4I've not been keeping up with most of the meme's I enjoy,but this one has a special place in my heart. This meme allows me to share the gratefulness of my heart.I'm thankful for:~ a God who cares about the little things in my life~ a husband that is thoughtful when a girl needs chocolate (I got 2 dairy milks ;D)~ a peaceful

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Laziness and SlothfulnessDon't Allow Either in Your Life!*"That ye be not slothful, but followers of themwho through faith and patience inherit the promises. " Hebrews 6:12Prayer for Today*:Lord, help me understand how totally unacceptable it is for me to lose my passion, momentum, and desire. I ask You to forgive me for allowing any hint of slothfulness to operate in my life. Today I repent and

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Introducing a new place for online inspirationSponsored by our wonderful friends at CWO. Take a moment, grab a cup of joe, relax and enjoy words that have been written just for you.See ya there.

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It is the first mild day of March.Each minute sweeter than before . . .There is a blessing in the air . . .~ William Wordsworth ~Today is a new day, with new possibilities for new hopes and dreams and a day of expectancy. In the midst of the wonder of its newness is the assurance of those things familiar and dear. Therefore, I am not only thankful for all the many blessings that are filling and

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"If I'd abandon all that seeksto make my faith informed and chic,could You, would You,show Yourself to me?"~ Nichole Nordeman~ This is truly something to think about on the heels of my despondency. I haven't had to deal with living my faith "informed or chic" but I am having to pray and lead my dc not to follow such a path. I truly believe that when we surrender our all to Him without all the

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How great is our GodSing with me how great is our Godand all will see how greatHow great is our God~ Chris Tomlin "Arriving"This song spoke volumes of our Father's love to me. As I worship Him, in the splendor and majesty that is His alone, I invite you to join me. To raise your hands and hearts in surrender to our loving Father who is truly Great. For He is the King of Kings, the Lord of Lords

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Today I am rejoicing in the goodness of my Lord and thanking Him for His faithfulness and kindness toward me. I am grateful that I never give up even when I am despondent. He truly never leaves you nor forsakes you though you may feel alone ~ you never really are. What a blessed promise. Thank you, Lord for your goodness and your faithfulness.As I was thinking about this, I began to sang one of

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"Those who read fast reap no moreadvantage than a bee would by onlyskimming over the surface of the flower,instead of waiting to penetrate into it, andextract its sweets."~ Madame Jeanne Guyon ~ Hmm, now that I think about it, lately I've been quite like this bee when it comes to the Word of God. Thats not good, I know but I've been so out of it that I can't seem to sit down long enough to truly

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"We are urgent about the body; He is aboutthe soul. We call for present comforts; Heconsiders our everlasting rest. And thereforewhen He sends not the very things we ask,He hears us by sending greater than we canask or think."~ Richard Cecil ~ Isn't He awesome! I am so glad He is this way.Share your thoughts, leave me a comment on what you think about this quote.

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I've been spending less time online and more time in prayer, reading and relaxing since I quit my job. It has been a refreshing and enlightening time. I have much to share once I get my thoughts together. I have recently joined a couple of reading groups laterly and it has been fun to read w/others. BestofAllBooks ~ is a yahoo group I join in Jan and we read Sense & Sensibility last month. I just

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Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland. Isaiah 43:18-19

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"Let us learn to discern whether the words spoken against us or against God or against the truth are merely for the wind--spoken not from the soul, but from the sore. If they are for the wind, let us wait in silence and not reprove. Restoring the soul, not reproving the sore, is the aim of our love"~ John Piper from "A Godward Life"~

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I've not had much to say laterly. I've been spending time pondering my path in the Lord, my relationship with Him and my family and seeking direction for our homeschool. Things are changing for us in several ways and I want to be in the Lord's will and timing as they unfold.I've purposed to make this a year that each day I stop and reflect on my purpose so that I am able to record the beauty of

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"Motivation is what gets you started.habit is what keeps you going."~ Jim Rohn

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"Wherever you are spiritually whatever you have been through emotionally, you are already wrapped in the Lord's embrace. Held close by nail-scarred hands."~ Liz Curtis Higgs ~

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May you all celebrate this new beginning with joy and thanksgiving to our Lord and Saviour. May He continue to richly bless you and yoursand fill your hearts and homes with His presence,love, grace, mercy and abundance."Happy New Year!"

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Nothing is beneath you if it is in the direction of your life.~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Today, my dh and I found out that our 38th President has passed away. My dh's reaction was very somber. He said "they are dropping like flies." He was meaning many of the people we had grown to love and whom were anchors of our childhood were now dying. I told him that it was not unusual since it was their time but he thought differently. You see, it reminds us just how old we are getting when

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“If any of you lack wisdom, let her (him) ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given her (him). But let her (him) ask in faith, nothing wavering: for she (he) that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. For let not that woman (man) think that she (he) shall receive any thing of the Lord. A double-minded (woman) man is

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The First Noel, the Angels did sayWas to certain poor shepherds in fields as they layIn fields where they lay keeping their sheepOn a cold winter's night that was so deep.Noel, Noel, Noel, NoelBorn is the King of Israel!"Merry Christmas"May your day be filled with joy and thanksgiving as you celebrate the birth, life, deathand resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

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I stumbled across a post today at Keeping the Home and thought it would be wonderful to share here. It was such a beautiful reminder of what the symbols, that are near and dear to my heart, truly mean in the light of the Lord's love for us.Enjoy!

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Yesterday, I found a new site over at my friend Victoria's blog, that has given me lots to ponder, some words of encouragement and so much more. I want to introduce my blogging friends to Comfort Cafe'. "Our mission is to bring hope, help, and healing to women facing difficult life circumstances.” Stop by and browse the various resources, read the wonderful articles and visit the store, all

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The challenge is almost over ~ tomorrow to be exact. I'm not even finished but thats okay. I've manage to read most of my list and there are only 3 books left. Maybe I'll get to finish them this weekend but no promises since I'd like to start on my classics reading while I crochet. I'll post reviews of the books after Christmas, for those who are interested in knowing what I thought of the books

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"Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind. To cherish peace and goodwill, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas."~ Calvin Coolidge ~Former President of the United StatesVery interesting quote, don't think I had really thought much about this before. I've always said "Jesus is the reason for the season." You know, Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays ~

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Poochie's two favorite things"rawhide & naptime"Join in the fun ~ get the code here.

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I got to upgrade my blog today to the new beta version of blogger. Yeah! I'll be working on it for the next day or two, making changes here and there. So far, it seems to run smoother and I can't wait to try out the new template features. Need to fix some of my links and codes but thats okay.Gotta run now, need to finish making homemade sauce and working on my sites. Talk w/you soon. Have a

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King Neptune ~ Va Beach, Va Join in the fun ~ get the code here.

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"One response was given by the innkeeper when Mary and Joseph wanted to find a room where the Child could be born. The innkeeper was not hostile; he was not opposed to them, but his inn was crowded; his hands were full; his mind was preoccupied. This is the answer that millions are giving today. Like a Bethlehem innkeeper, they cannot find room for Christ. All the accommodations in their hearts

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What Kind of Reader Are You? Your Result: Obsessive-Compulsive BookwormYou're probably in the final stages of a Ph.D. or otherwise finding a way to make your living out of reading. You are one of the literati. Other people's grammatical mistakes make you insane.Dedicated ReaderLiterate Good CitizenBook SnobNon-ReaderFad ReaderWhat Kind of Reader Are You?Create Your Own Quiz

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"For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks.But I say to you that for every idle word men may speak,they will give account of it in the day of judgment. For byyour words you will be justified, and by your words youwill be condemned."~ Matt 12:34b, 36-37

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Choose your battles wisely ~ give patiencewhere patience is due, and continually askGod for wisdom in discipline.This has been my stance for quite sometime. However, it has been tested more in the last year than any other time I've known. I am so grateful that the Lord does this with me, therefore I have a wonderful example of how to do this.You can read more of these kinds of quotes at

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Here are more pics on our lovely snowfall. I'll post the pics from the front of the house later.Please be praying for the families in Ok who have experienced losses during this storm. Btw, we even broke a record for snow accumulation ~ we got 10.4 inches.

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It snowed today and is still snowing. I took some pictures to share at different times today. I can't wait to curl up in front of our fire but that will have to wait until tomorrow since I need to move some boxes to get to it. LOL Til tomorrow, have a great evening.@ 2p @ 5p @ 9p ~ up to 4"

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I’ve been singing this song over and over for the past week. It has greatly ministered to my heart and I wanted to share the words to the chorus. If you are interested in hearing the song, stop by Chris’ website or his myspace site, I think its playing there too. You should just go out & buy the cd for yourself, so you can listen whenever. Enjoy! Made to Worship~ Chris Tomlin*chorus only*You and

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One Thousand Gifts151. homemade soup and bread on a cold night152. being able to plan a full menu with the contents of my pantry and freezer153. knowing when to quit if something isn’t working or in the best interest of family154. naps!155. confidence others place in my abilities156. being able to help when needed157. book study groups158. homeschool support groups159. free craft projects and

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Cape Henry LighthouseVa Beach, VaJoin in the fun ~ get the code here.

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Quote this week:"God has delivered us, He has parted waters for us, He has made water gush forth from rocks and sent us our own manna from heaven. He has brought us into our own Promised Land. Will I miss the opportunity to tell the story to our children?"~ Ann Voskamp, Holy Experience ~

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I couldn't sleep ~ I tossed and turned, weeped and cried silently. Words flying through my head, thoughts of discouragement and pain. Ideas of my own design to fix it. On and on this went for hours, til I finally got up and went to the bathroom. I cried out to God for release, nothing. I wondered why and still nothing. I cleaned my face and decided to read awhile. Then, He showed up.....Yes, the

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One Thousand Gifts101. smell of fresh brewed coffee102. obedience of puppy dog103. yard covered in fall leaves104. morning sunshine105. encouragement of a friend106. love of a child107. peace of mind108. prayers of mothers like me109. prayers from mothers like me110. knowledge about trials ~ "this too shall pass"111. calm after a storm112. life of simplicity113. peace of saying "no"114.

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I have a thankful heart even in the midst of trials. I rejoice in the Lord for He is good and His mercy endures forever. I have much to be thankful for and I know that none of it would have been possible without the Lord. Yes, I may be walking through the valley, but oh the hope of tomorrow and the joy that comes in the morning. This is such a blessed hope that has never failed me.God has turned

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A Prayer for Hurting MothersBe tender, Lord, we praywith one whose childlies dead today.Be tender, Lord, we prayfor those with runawaysfor whom moms bleed.But be tenderest of all with eachwhose child no longer cares . . .is out of reach.~ Ruth Bell Graham

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When you gave birth to that beautiful child, did you ever think you would cause them pain? Did you ever think that one day they'd cause you pain?The answer is a resounding no. You have grand hopes of growing together, loving each other and living through lifes trials together. No one ever dreams or sets out to hurt or cause pain to your child. But somewhere along the road of life it can happen. I

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(feeding time @ Mtn Trashmore)Join in the fun ~ get the code here.

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