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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.

August 4, 2009
Heather L
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What’s Up with the Reviews?

Posted in Announcements, Commercial Break, and Thoughts

I just realized that in the craziness of the move and getting settled in I never wrote about why you are now reading more product reviews on our blog… This year, we have received the wonderful opportunity to be part of The Old Schoolhouse’s Homeschool Crew. What does this involve? We are sent products from different companies to review and blog/write about. Munchkin and I are really excited about this year as we’ll get to learn about and try products from companies that we may not have known about otherwise. Our reviews will always be honest and fair. If the…

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August 4, 2009
Heather L
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Web Design for Kids Review

Posted in Homeschooling, and Reviews

When I found out that we would have the opportunity to review Web Design for Kids (…And Curious Grown Ups!), I didn’t really know what to expect. Munchkin and I sat down with our laptops and popped the dvd into the dvd player. (For easiest use, you will want to have the computer where the tv is located.) We were greeted by our instructor, Brian Richardson, and given some basic instructions before we began. We were informed that all we would need was notepad (the program) and Internet Explorer. Normally, I use Firefox, but we used Internet Explorer since that…

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August 3, 2009
Heather L
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Morning Prayer

Posted in Thoughts

Today, our pastor started a 2 part sermon on prayer. I always enjoy reading David’s prayers. Psalm 3 1 O LORD, how many are my foes! Many are rising against me;2 many are saying of my soul, there is no salvation for him in God. Selah3 But you, O LORD, are a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head.4 I cried aloud to the LORD, and he answered me from his holy hill. Selah5 I lay down and slept; I woke again, for the LORD sustained me.6 I will not be afraid of many thousands of…

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July 29, 2009
Heather L
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Create Your Own Nachos or Tacos Recipe

Posted in Gluten Free

Taco Meat This recipe is based on Sue Gregg’s Taco Chip Ole. We have added this recipe to our normal rotation. The meat heats up well for use later in the week. We use this meat for both nachos and tacos. Ingredients: 1 lb. ground turkey1/4 cup diced onions1 can diced tomatoes2 Tbsp. taco seasoning 1) Brown turkey. Add diced onions while cooking.2) Blend/Puree diced tomatoes with taco seasoning. Add to browned meat. Simmer until sauce thickens. Taco/Nacho Buffet This makes a great meal for company. Serve meat with tortilla chips or warm tortillas. Create a topping bar to allow…

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