From the monthly archives:

February 2010

Lovin’ Me Some Gussy (& A Giveaway!)

February 10, 2010
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If you’ve read my blog for any length of time, you know that I love Etsy shops and various small “handmade” businesses. I’ve recently discovered (via Twitter) the sweetest, most adorable girl named Maggie — and she sews…ruffles! I immediately fell in love with Maggie’s (aka Gussy’s) amazing products! At Blissdom I had the privilege [...]

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Valentine’s Day Craft

February 9, 2010
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Yesterday I started thinking about “what-in-the-world” I was going to do for Valentine’s Day. I won’t bother to mention that Ridley’s birthday banner is still hanging between the living room and dining room – that would be ridiculous! I finally found some Valentine’s Day inspiration from this craft as it sits on the living room [...]

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Easy Beef and Bean Dip

February 8, 2010
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A couple of weeks ago (during the pantry challenge), I needed to make a dish to take to an church fellowship on Sunday night. So, I came up with this simple and yummy recipe. Easy Beef and Bean Dip 1 lb ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves minced garlic 2 cans pinto or [...]

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Blissdom 2010

February 8, 2010
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This past weekend at Blissdom, I had the time of my life meeting SO many fabulously amazing women who I’ve grown to love online. We forged deeper “real life” connections, we giggled, cried (a little) and grew. There is such a vast community and it is a privilege to be a very small part of [...]

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Not I, But Christ

February 6, 2010
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This is one of my favorite hymns. Definitely one that I think on and need to think on more. Not I, but Christ be honored, loved, exalted Not I, but Christ be seen, be known, be heard; Not I, but Christ in every look and action, Not I, but Christ in every thought and word. [...]

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Friday Fails – A “Shoe” Fail

February 4, 2010
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A couple of weeks ago, early on Saturday morning, we were getting ready to head out the door to Cracker Barrel for breakfast. My sister-in-law and her family were in town, so it was a perfect scenario – visit, eat, no cooking or clean up involved! In my dazed “state” – I’m SO not a [...]

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