Sweetbriar Sisters

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LDS International Art Competition

Well, the big day finally came!  I've been so excited that my quilt was accepted into this year's LDS International Art Competition and in March we got to go up for the Awards Ceremony and a Gallery Opening.   How fun- I still can't believe I was actually an artist with something on display at something like that! ... View Post

Healthy Chocolate Cherry Ice Cream

The past month my hubby and I have been on this diet.  My doctor thought it might help with my POTS symptoms.  Unfortunately, it actually made them worse.  But it was a good try, right?  And I lost 12 pounds on the way to figuring that out, so I really can't complain!  Even though we won't be sticking to the diet permanently, we definitely picked up a few tips and recipes that we'll be keeping ... View Post

Spring Nest Centerpiece Tutorial

  Yesterday we opened our windows for the first time since last summer.  I love the smell of that fresh air forcing out the stale stuff we've been breathing all winter.  I love watching our cats fight for the spot right in front of the open window.  I love looking outside and seeing the first couple crocuses poking out of the ground.  I just love Spring! I wanted to bring a little bit of ... View Post

Free Articles of Faith Punch Card Printable

I work with the 8-12 year old girls at my church twice a week at Activity Days.  It's seriously so much fun.  The girls are at that perfect age where everything is fun, even if it's just a game I made up right then and there! ... View Post

What You Have Free Printable

I recently finished Kate Morton's book, The Forgotten Garden: A Novel. I loved it!  Absolutely couldn't put it down, which was crazy since it's a pretty big book. My husband laughed at me all weekend as I made excuses to sneak back to our room and crack open the book. I love a book that keeps me thinking even after the last page. With this one, my mind hasn't been able to leave the story and, ... View Post