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Author: Heather L

I'm proudly married to my best friend, an active duty US Marine. I'm happily taking care of our homestead and our ever growing entourage of animals. I enjoy writing, reading, cooking, crafting, diy projects, and various outdoor activities. It's all about enjoying the journey of life with my family.

Review: Beginbegin
August 17, 2011
Heather L
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Review: Begin

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BEGIN compiled and edited by Ken Ham and Bodie Hodge As stated on the cover, BEGIN is a journey through scriptures for seekers and new believers. It takes readers through key scripture passages from the beginning of the Bible until the end using the ESV of the Bible: Genesis 1-11 (the Foundation) Exodus 20:1-17 (the Ten Commandments) John (the Gospel) Romans (Letter from Paul to Christians) Revelation 21-22 (the Fulfillment in Heaven) The book begins with some brief commentary that includes places to take notes.  It then goes into the actual scripture passages.  Obviously, since it starts from the beginning,…

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August 17, 2011
Heather L
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Nurturing a Gift

Posted in Homeschooling, and Photography

Project 365 – #228 One of the benefits of homeschooling is the opportunity to nurture gifts, talents, and passions in our kids.  Munchkin thoroughly enjoys drawing and animals.  As time passes, she’s started to narrow down her interest in animals to a passion about horses.  Today, she drew this picture of a horse, Man ‘O War, from the Black Stallion book series.  This is her vision of what he would have looked like.  I love watching her grow in her drawing skills.  She does not get these skills from me.  They definitely come from Daddy and his side of the…

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Review and Giveaway: The Grace Cardthe grace card
August 16, 2011
Heather L
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Review and Giveaway: The Grace Card

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Do you have the courage to play the grace card? A family tragedy leaves a family broken and struggling to cope with life even many years after the heart-breaking loss.  Officer Mac McDonald struggles with grief and pain compounded by the bitterness of too many years of holding onto the past and pushing aside healing.  Sgt. Sam Wright is a police officer who is also a pastor.  He feels called to the ministry, but life’s circumstances lead him to begin to doubt his calling.  When the two are partnered up, they struggle to get along and working together in not…

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August 16, 2011
Heather L
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Crockpot “Roast” Chicken

Posted in Gluten Free, Homemaking, and Photography

Project 365 – #227 Crockpot “Roast” Chicken is a super easy, quick meal that takes very little thought or preparation.  I literally take the whole chicken out of the freezer and put it in the crockpot around lunch time.  I season it generously with whatever seasoning I feel like using.  (I used Emeril’s seasoning blend for this chicken.)  To have the frozen chicken ready by dinner, I put the crockpot on medium or high.  If you want a crispy skin, you can place the cooked bird in the oven for 20-30 minutes prior to serving.  The chicken will fall right…

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Review: VeggieTales Princess and the Popstarveggietales princess and the popstar
August 16, 2011
Heather L
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Review: VeggieTales Princess and the Popstar

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VeggieTales Presents: Princess and the Popstar: A Story of Trading Places ~A Lesson in Being Yourself~ Mark Twain’s The Prince and the Pauper is reborn in true VeggieTales style with the Princess and the Popstar.  Princess Poppyseed is a farm girl who is tired of her life and her siblings.  She dreams of being a famous singer like her idol – Vanna Banana.  Vanna Banana wants to have a real family and friends.  The popstar life has left her feeling lonely.  During a chance meeting on the playground, Princess and Vanna hatch a plan to switch places and live each…

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