With autumn in the air and the remembered aroma of turkey and pumpkin pie, Thanksgiving can’t be far away! As well as a holiday for getting together with family and friends, this is a time for reflecting upon life’s many blessings, a time to embrace gratitude. What am I especially thankful for? So many blessings raise their hands, like […]
Nov 3, 2015
A Different Kind of Mama
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A few days ago, my niece, Michelle Albrecht wrote a guest blog about a unique way to gather eggs. Some of you suggested she write about the time her little brother, my nephew Steven, became a surrogate momma to some feathered babies. So, here is that story. Thanks, Missy! Momma Duck Baby ducks imprint. That […]
Nov 2, 2015
A Day to Remember
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October 31, as well as being Halloween, was also Reformation Day, in honor of Martin Luther’s Reformation of the Church. If you’ve never read a history of Martin Luther, let me say he was an extremely courageous man, devoted and determined. And then November 1 was Authors’ Day! What an opportune time to launch Moonlight […]
Oct 30, 2015
Just a House
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Houses are fascinating, especially old houses. In my mind, I go inside the house and reclaim it. I shore up sagging beams, put new shingles on the roof, paint walls and ceilings, lay hardwood floors. A fireplace goes in, if it is possible. If the house already has a fireplace, well and good; however, the mantel […]
Oct 29, 2015
Here Lies the Leg of Levi
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With a spring in their step, the Cozy Critters came to the hundred-year old table yesterday. Rain had poured and dribbled, lightning and thunder happened a little earlier, and the temperature was down- right chilly. But, with coffee, cookies, and lively discussion, we warmed up things considerably. Judy can paint a rollicking picture of happy […]
Oct 28, 2015
Jackson Conner for President
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I nominate Jackson Conner for President. The first, most obvious thing you would notice about the man is that he looks Presidential. His physical appearance inspires confidence and enthusiasm. He is tall enough but not too tall. He has kept his good physique although he does not have the bulging muscles of a weight lifter. […]
