I was hesitant at first."You HAVE to read this series," Kristi begged. "Seriously Taryn, you have to. You will love it."I wasn't so sure.She went on, "It's really not my type of reading. It's more so something you would enjoy, I promise."I am not sure why I didn't believe her. I later concluded that the scenario I was most afraid of was the...
Everywhere you go, places are covered in Christmas. Sparkly decor, swaying ornaments, cinnamon scents, and melodic carols all flood your senses. It has been this way for over a month.In three days, it will all be over. Christmas trees will come down. Ornaments will be wrapped carefully in bubble wrap and stored in boxes until next year. Twinkle lights won't twinkle anymore, holiday...
One day, I walked into my bathroom and noted something was different. Hanging from my large window were several vintage hankies that had been sewn together into a curtain. My mom loves to sew, and has her very own unique line of clothing and accessories that she labels "Sutsie Pie." She always incorporates vintage hankies into anything she makes; purses, baby blankets, baby...
I have been thinking about writing a blog post on cereal all day long.Pictured is one of my FAVORITE sugar cereals, one in which I often eat before going to bed if my stomach is hungry. Snap, Crackle, and Pop posed long enough for me to get this image; although, one of the poor guys didn't quite make it into the picture.It started...
It's a blizzard out there today!It didn't stop Morton from holding church services, though. We're pretty tough here in Morton. We had a few overflows from Washington, Peoria, and Gridley attending, and a lovely Christmas program this afternoon. Anyway, I was thinking it has been awhile since I have written a church notes post. So here it is...Not My WillWe received a handout...
I know I promised a return with depth and insight, but instead I am trading for a pictorial update. I am always good for one of those. The past few weeks have brought about a Thanksgiving celebration as well as Christmas decorating.Before we look at pictures, I have to talk about the weather here for a minute. Illinois has officially turned into Alaska....
Has it really been 16 days? Time flies when you're busy. Actually, time flies no matter what. That is my conclusion.Winter is officially here. The past several days have been swathed in blustery gray, bitter wind, and intermittent flurries. I just talked to my cousin today who lives in Arizona-- it was 70 degrees and sunny there. I have often thought that I...