Since the month of May is Mary’s month, the kids and I created a project that gives her a special place in each of their rooms.  We created little shrines out of popsicle sticks! Mary has always been an important part of my faith and prayer life, but so much more so since I became […]

  My sister Ruth is back to do a little bit more of the heavy lifting around here.   Last week I showed off her first cabinet door bench…and guess what, she made TWO.   I know, I am humbled by her ability and get-up-and-go too!   And, to make us all feel even worse […]

I grew up on a farm and I am pretty proud to be a farm girl. My dad grows corn and soybeans, but as a kid, and even now, when I think of the farm I think of the cows.  Dad also has a cattle operation and is currently wrapping up calving for the season.  Not […]

I am thrilled that today I have an actual DIY project for you, one that requires saws and wood and physical strength. And, I have to admit, I have a “guest” crafter of sorts who made this wonderful bench, my dear sister Ruth. Ruth is my older sister, and she is the best older sister there […]