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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.

Soccer Season 2008

Posted in Family, and Homeschooling

Munchkin’s soccer season has officially begun. Last week for Friday and Saturday’s practices, we were sweltering in 90 degree heat. This week for Friday’s practice and today’s clinic the temperature was just right. It was in the low 70s with a nice breeze. Our league starts out the season with a clinic to teach all of the kids the basics of the game. Munchkin had fun learning how to do the throw ins. Last year, they only had them do the throw ins with both feet planted. This year, they’re learning how to run up and throw the ball with…

BFS Assignment #102 – Try It, You’ll Like It!

Posted in Fun, Homeschooling, and Thoughts

Assignment: This week I want you to do something for someone else. Do you have a neighbor that needs you? Do you know an elderly person or single mom that could use you? What about the homeless? Pack even one single sack lunch and give it to someone in need. Do you know someone in blogland that is struggling right now and could use a note from you about how much you care? Pray about this. Let God put on your heart the perfect thing for you to do for another. Now, here is the kicker…I DO NOT want you…

Basic Crochet Review

Posted in Homemaking, and Reviews

Have you ever wanted to learn to crochet, but you couldn’t quite get it from just looking at the books? Did you ever wish that you had someone to show you how to do it? Would you like to be able to learn on your own timetable from the comfort of your own home? Well, I was in that situation. I really wanted to learn how to crochet or knit. I had tried to learn how to knit, but I just couldn’t get it just from looking at pictures. The videos that were free online didn’t really cut it either.…