As everybody knows, naming a baby can be a difficult process. Some of our children’s names have come to us easily, others are decided only after much discussion spanning many months prior to the baby’s arrival. This go around we’ve settled on a girl name fairly easily (and we’re not telling because we like to […]
Archives for July 2009
The Stripling Warriors FHE
Learn about the 2,000 Stripling Warriors in the Book of Mormon and how the Lord blessed them because they were righteous and kept their covenants. Apply what you learn about them to your life today. I have included a pdf link to download the pdf file to your computer if you don’t have an account […]
Fresh Mozzarella Basil & Tomato Pasta Salad
This has to be one of my all-time favorite easy summer dinners. I love the fresh taste of homegrown tomatoes and basil mixed with fresh mozzarella cheese and pasta. Any pasta will work. I use whatever is on hand. This can be eaten hot or cold making it great for a dinner out on the […]
Things to Think About (and do)
* Mulling over this very insightful post about Technological Tools vs. Obsession by Meg at Once Upon a Time. LOVE Kathryn’s Finishing School for Ladies Posts. I am going to incorporate these into our schooling with my girls. So far Kathryn has posted about:Attitude of Femininity – CountenanceAttitude of Femininity – HealthAttitude of Femininity – […]
Harry Potter Madness
I have to start this post by retelling an incident that occurred two years ago while we tried to gather around the table for lunch. Just some precluding info we usually begin our prayers by saying “Dear Heavenly Father.” It all started when Mr. Ferrero Rocher called Cookie ‘Dumbledore.’ We were sitting down around the […]
Creating a Favicon For Your Blog
Favicons are those little icon images you see on the web address bar, next to the sites on your favorites list, and on the tabs of the websites on your browser. Here’s a tutorial for creating your own custom Favicon so when people come to your blog or bookmark it they’ll see you took a […]
Handcart Pioneers FHE
Learn about the struggles and joys the handcart pioneers experienced. There are two fun activities to do after the lesson: handcart races and wading through icy rivers! Download the file here if you don’t have a Scribd account: Handcart Pioneer pdf file To download from Scribd click on the third icon from the left at […]
A little kindness goes a long way: Pay-It-Forward
This world wide web is an interesting place, don’t ya think? Through the internet I’ve joined an International Quilting Bee, become part of a Family Home Evening Swap Group, and have been able to participate in various homeschool swaps. Through yahoo groups, discussion boards, blogs, and even Etsy I’ve been able to “meet” so many […]
The Music Spectrum
Every morning I put my iPod in the station, pick shuffle songs, and listen to music while doing my morning chores. Here’s the first 10 songs that played this morning. Warning: Most of the links are to videos on YouTube. Duel by Bond – Just listen to this one. The women dress rather scantily in […]
American History Reads
I have a problem. I love history, particularly American history. I can’t ever seem to get enough when reading books. I read non-fiction, biographies, historical fiction, old political documents and writings, you name it. Here’s just a sampling of some recommended books that are a permanent part of my home library. Miracle at Philadelphia – […]
Pioneer Treasure Hunt FHE
This lesson is adapted from an activity in the July 1994 Friend. It is simple and fast. You’ll learn a little bit about the pioneers as you go on a treasure hunt in your own home. All you need is a candy bar for each person in the family for the treasure at the end. […]
Garden Chicken Dinner
Recipes that use the slow cooker (crockpot) are so nice for easy Sunday dinners. This one is a favorite. It truly is a one-pot meal. We serve it with fresh homemade bread. Garden Chicken Dinner 4 carrots, cut into 2-inch lengths1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup sliced celery2 cups cut green beans (or 1 15-oz can)4 […]
What Freedom Means to Me
Every year our local Lions Club hosts an essay contest for Junior and High School students on the topic “What Freedom Means to Me.” Bon Bon decided to enter. She sat at the computer for ten minutes and typed the following out. She won first place! We went to the Lions Club 4th of July […]
Patriotism FHE
Read about the prophecies Nephi made in the Book of Mormon concerning the choice land of America. Ideas on teaching patriotism to your children are also included in this family home evening lesson. For those who don’t have a Scribd account click here to download for free from 4shared. For some reason the lessons are […]