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It’s Friday, But Sunday is Coming!!

It’s Friday, But Sunday is Coming!!

Happy Good Friday! We are “taking the day off” today from work or school. Going to enjoy the day as a family, play some games, read some books, etc. And focus on the meaning of Good Friday & our Lord’s sacrifice for us. Of course 

New Baby Chicks

New Baby Chicks

The kids have been enjoying hatching eggs. It’s such a great experience. We used eggs that our hens laid. The last batch had several that were mixed breeds, so this time we separated the Dominiques to make sure this batch was 100% Dominiques. We put 

Praying for Those on The “Front Lines”

Praying for Those on The “Front Lines”

We are very thankful for those on the front lines right now. Doctors, Nurses, Medical Professionals, Police, EMTs, etc. Let’s remember to be praying for them. For endurance, for the ability to make decisions that need to be made. For them to stay healthy. A 

Getting Answers… And a Prayer Request

Getting Answers… And a Prayer Request

If you missed yesterday’s post about my health you can read it here: “Having the Old Mom Back” A Health Update I wanted to share a little about Xanna’s health & a prayer request. Xanna will be 17 next week. 😊 About 2 years ago, 

“Having the Old Mom Back” – A Health Update

“Having the Old Mom Back” – A Health Update

It has been a few months since I’ve updated, so I just wanted to share how I’m doing. I am doing pretty well, overall. There are days I still wake up & am just in a lot of pain & don’t feel well. The past 

Weekly Gratitude Post 4/5/20

Weekly Gratitude Post 4/5/20

Today’s Gratitude Post is brought to you by Lizzy. I am thankful for BEDS. I am sure we are all thankful for beds, but don’t really realize it until we actually want a bed. Last week Mom talked about the tornado & how we all 

Spring Beauty

Spring Beauty

The youngest 2 girls & I went on a walk to find some Spring Beauty. It’s so fun to see new flowers popping up each day! This is my favorite time of year 😊 I know pictures aren’t the same, but I hope you enjoy 

Chickens & Eggs For Sale

Chickens & Eggs For Sale

We have an abundance of eggs for sale. If anyone is interested. 🙂 $3 a dozen or 2 dozen for $5. We will be making a trip to Rockford next week also & can meet somewhere if anyone needs any. 🙂 We also have a 

Spanish Rice & Refried Beans Burritos Recipe (With Multiple Options)

Spanish Rice & Refried Beans Burritos Recipe (With Multiple Options)

Our family has never been a huge fan of beans & rice meals. This meal seemed to be out of our “comfort zone” & there was a LOT of “do we really have to?…” However, I was SHOCKED at how much of a hit it 

The Secret to Making Perfect Rice (& Some Fun Memories!)

The Secret to Making Perfect Rice (& Some Fun Memories!)

I’m sure if you’re like us, you’re eating more beans & rice these days. 😊 We have decided to try to eat some type of beans & rice meal each week or at least every 2 weeks to have a better rotation and find some