Give a boy a box
Isn’t it amazing how much kids love empty boxes? You can spend tons of money on the latest thing-a-ma-gigger 2000 but they are more interested in the box. Last week my M-in-L bought two new pool lounge chairs and gifted … Continued
All are welcome at the table
The following is a letter from the Disciples of Christ General Minister and President, Rev. Dr. Sharon E. Watkins. More from her can be found at her blog. June 2012 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, In fielding questions from … Continued
DIY old dress to a new skirt
“They” say that if you haven’t worn an article of clothing in a year then you should get rid of it (exception being formal wear). I’m pretty good about that except for a few items. I have a few dresses … Continued
Wordless Wednesday
Just a few words…can anyone guess what is going on here?
Oatmeal Craisin Cookies
Oatmeal raisin cookies. The “healthy” cookie choice. I’m never one to choose a cookie based on its level of good-for-you. That sounds like a oxymoron and I mean let’s be honest, who really wants a “healthy” cookie? I’ve tried to … Continued
Myriad Botanical Playground
Last week we found ourselves at the Myriad Botanical Gardens in downtown Oklahoma City. We were there pretty early so we beat the heat and the crowds. We didn’t pay to go inside…we’ll save that for another day. Instead we … Continued
Easy Peach Cobbler
I can’t get enough of this Calhoun Bend Mill mix. Eat your heart out Bisquick, Calhoun is where it’s at. This peach cobbler mix is a revelation. Purists may scoff at using a mix but I never claimed to be … Continued
Name Tag Yarn Wreath
Last week BFF came over to do a little wreath crafting. Four days later and we had completed four yarn wreaths. Four?! Yes, four. BFF will be working at an artsy-fartsy art youth camp this month. She is in charge … Continued
Summer S’mores
It’s that time of year again…time for s’mores. Imagine it…a toasted marshmallow topped with melted chocolate and squished in between crunchy graham crackers. The crackle of a fire and the smell of the smoke in the air. Fireflies are starting … Continued
Wind Who Makes All Winds That Blow
Wind who makes all winds that blow gusts that bend the saplings low, gales that heave the sea in waves, stirrings in the mind’s deep caves aim your breath with steady power on your church this day, this hour. Raise, … Continued