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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 24, 2007
Heather L
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Thankful Thursday

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I knew that I needed to participate this week even though my blogging time is limited. You see, I’m not feeling happy, nor am I feeling thankful right now. This week has been rough with Munchkin being ill, and I’m starting to feel ill. But, I knew that if I started thinking about what I was thankful for this week, my mood would change… I am so very grateful for my wonderful Heavenly Father who gives me the strength and patience that I have needed this week. “Come to me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I…

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August 21, 2007
Heather L
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Checking In

Posted in Family, and Thoughts

We enjoyed a surprise “longer” weekend with D this past weekend. He was able to spend all day Friday and Saturday with us. He headed back on Sunday afternoon. Since it had been about a month since he had been home, this was very precious time for us. We put aside all work and just enjoyed family time. Munchkin is continuing to do well with school. We’re really enjoying the new Little House unit study that we’re doing. Unfortunately, Munchkin woke up sick this morning. So today, we’re just relaxing and watching recorded episodes of the Magic School Bus and…

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August 14, 2007
Heather L
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Not Again!!

Posted in Family, and Thoughts

Yes, my laptop died, again. So, I will be scarce around here for awhile. They said it would probably be 2 weeks before I get it back. **sigh** I had a lot of different lesson plans on there, so I’m starting from scratch with that as well. Good news, bad news… I had backed it up recently, but I wasn’t able to back up all the pictures that I had just downloaded before it crashed! Ugh! Hopefully, all will be well. In the mean time, I will be spending even more time with Munchkin. We have lots of fun things…

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August 10, 2007
Heather L
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Gluten Free Baked Donuts

Posted in Gluten Free, and Homemaking

Ingredients: 2 C gluten free rice flour mix 1 tsp xanthan gum1 C sugar2 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp salt (mix together dry ingredients and set aside) 1 tsp vanilla extract1 Tbsp shortening, melted (or oil)3/4 C milk2 eggs (combine thoroughly) Directions: 1. Add dry ingredients into wet ingredients.2. Lightly spray donut trays with non-stick spray.3. Pour mixture into pans so they are about 3/4 filled4. Place in pre-heated 325 degree oven for 15 minutes (until toothpick comes out clean)5. Remove from oven and allow to cool. ***These are great with a glaze, powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, or dipped in melted…

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August 10, 2007
Heather L
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All Purpose GF Rice Flour Mix

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Here is a great gluten free rice flour mix that you can usually use in place of all purpose flour. You will also need to add 1/2 tsp of xanthan gum per cup for cakes and 1 tsp xanthan gum for breads. I made this up ahead of time (minus xanthan gum) and keep it in an air tight container. 3 C White Rice Flour3 C Brown Rice Flour2 C Potato Starch (not flour)1 C Tapioca Starch