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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.

Our DIY Rustic Wood GateDIY Wood Gate
December 10, 2013
Heather L
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Our DIY Rustic Wood Gate

Posted in Family, Homemaking, and Homesteading

One of the things that was on our “to-do” list for our next visit to the cabin was putting up a fence for the dogs. Now, we didn’t want to spend a ton of money, and we needed something that was easy as the ground is hard at the cabin. We looked at our different options, and just decided on t-posts and some cattle fence. The only issue was that I didn’t want to use a cattle or chain-link gate. I wanted something that looked nice. We finally decided that we would just make our own gate, so we could…

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Review: Beowulf by Ronie Kendig
December 10, 2013
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Review: Beowulf by Ronie Kendig

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Beowulf Book Description: Beowulf—a hulky, brindle-coated bullmastiff—is the only “boy” for Timbrel Hogan. And she has a history to remind her why. But when Timbrel, a handler at A Breed Apart, embarks on a mission to detect WMDs in Afghanistan, she reunites with Tony “Candyman” VanAllen and her no-other-man philosophy is challenged. While tension mounts between Timbrel and Tony, the team comes under fire after Beowulf gets a “hit.” When tragedy threatens Tony’s career and Timbrel’s courage, they must maneuver through an intricate plot and a mission like no other. . . . About the Author: Ronie Kendig is an…

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Our 2013 ThanksgivingThanksgiving 2013
December 9, 2013
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Our 2013 Thanksgiving

Posted in Family, and Holidays

We decided that we would head to the cabin for Thanksgiving for a much needed family break from the routine. As you know, last year we arrived to a flooded cabin, so our relaxing plans were thrown out the window. This year, we arrived at the cabin on Thanksgiving due to a little delay in leaving the day before as planned. I admit that as we pulled up I was probably holding my breath a little until we opened the door to a perfectly fine cabin. 😉 We quickly unloaded the truck, so we could relax for the evening. Originally,…

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December 9, 2013
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Review: Celebrate Jesus An Advent Resource for Families

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Celebrate Jesus Book Description: Designed to help families with children of all ages focus on Christ during the Christmas season; Celebrate Jesus provides daily Bible readings, activities, songs, discussion questions, recipes and copy work. About the Author: Amy is a military wife, and a homeschooling mom of six who currently lives in Southern California. She has a heart to encourage and bless homeschool Moms through every season. Book Details: Electronic, downloadable book Available in ESV and KJV Retail Price $4.99 Purchase at Homeschool Encouragement My Thoughts: While I know that it’s already a week after the traditional beginning of Advent, I…

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Review: Merlin’s Blade by Robert TreskillardMerlin's Blade
December 9, 2013
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Review: Merlin’s Blade by Robert Treskillard

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Merlin’s Blade Book Description: When a meteorite crashes near a small village in fifth century Britain, it brings with it a mysterious black stone that bewitches anyone who comes in contact with its glow – a power the druids hope to use to destroy King Uther’s kingdom. The only person who seems immune is a young, shy, half-blind swordsmith’s son named Merlin. As his family, village, and even the young Arthur, are placed in danger, Merlin must face his fears and his blindness to take hold of the role ordained for him. But when he is surrounded by adversaries, how…

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