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Great Books for the Young Teenage Girl
I have had numerous questions about what is ok to let young girls read. Honestly, I have no idea what is ok for your teenager, but I do know that my own mother was fairly open-minded in what she let me read. This list of books may reflect that open-mindedness. I will give you one clue, though. Check…
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How to Minimize the Bumps (Start 2024 Gently)
If you are like me (and I’m guessing you are), you are feeling at loose ends after flying high over Christmas vacation. We had a wonderful Christmas time. The girl’s Christmas program came off without a hitch, we had a fun family Christmas before we hiked off to ND for five days to be with my…
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Fall Reading Reviews
Hello on this lovely almost winter day. It still seems like the tail end of fall here, but winter is whispering in the trees and honking across the sky in long lines of geese heading south for the cold months. Here are the books we both read for the fall reading inspiration. We would love…
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Ways to Practice Contentment
It’s the season of counting our blessings. God has been with us in the good times and bad, the abundance or lack. The light is diminishing and the stars and moon are out for longer. My focus turns to the inner life, inside my home, mind, and body. The season of resting and reflecting is…
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Pieces to the Puzzle
I woke to snow this morning! That means it is time to sit in the glow of a bright lamp and work on a jigsaw puzzle. First is the fun of choosing the one that suits the mood. It might be a cozy indoor room or an appropriate outdoor scene, something detailed or panoramic. It…
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Pumpkin Pie Spice
Nothing says ‘fall’ like a good dose of pumpkin pie spice! Fall is here in my part of the world! It is still warm in the day but cooling down nicely at night. The air has a different smell, and the merry little breeze has a slightly crisp rustle. The wheat and corn have been…
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The Inviting Life: 9 Books About Hospitality
Recently I heard someone say that in this day and age, it takes a conscious effort to have company. At the time, I didn’t like that thought. I would like company to be spontaneous and effortless. It just happens. I resist the idea that life is busier now, too busy to have company. The fact…
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A Few of Our Favorite Soups
Fall is definitely here and with it comes the chance to make some of my favorite meals. We love soup at our house, so without further ado, here are a few of our favorites! Chicken Enchilada Soup In a large soup kettle, cook: 1.5 chicken breasts, chunked 1 med. onion, chopped Small bunch cilantro 2…
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5 Ways to Read (and Enjoy) More Books
Rains and winds and falling leaves. Darker evenings and cozy teas. Autumn days are the best for reading. Taking the time to read a book is the epitome of slow living. It’s true there is not enough time in one life to read all the books that seem interesting. If I focus on that, I…
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How to Make the Most of Summer
It’s already midafternoon of a lovely July day. Summer expands in all directions and holds us in her heart. I wanted to write early this morning. I had plans for a thoughtful article on slowing down and savoring the summer days ahead. But first I needed to set the clothes washer going and sit down…
So She Reads 