25 June 2008
This Spring there has been several serious storms that the Lord has protected us through. These photos are from a couple Sundays ago, on Father’s Day. Just about half an hour before photos of Bre and I with Daddy were taken.
The storm clouds approaching, with strength and great force.
To get these shots I ran across our yard near our field with Daddy. As the storm approached, I heard Momma and Breezy call for us to get back to the house. I hurriedly ran bare-footed to the house, with all my might. The ground was still dry and warm from the sun that was brightly shining just minutes before.
When the wind hit, the skies grew dark, and there was no sunshine left to be seen, we went inside, rushed upstairs and closed the windows. I hurriedly went into my room and looked around.
When it comes down to life or death, no earthly possession matters.
I went ahead and grabbed what at the moment seemed silly, but are close to my heart. Included was my queen sized yoyo coverlet, with which I had spent many an hour sewing with love. As quickly as possible I rushed downstairs, holding my special items close to me. I walked to the window where Momma was standing, and from past experience, we have learned that it is a very dangerous thing to do.
In a desperate tone I said, “The horizon is dark, with no end in sight.” Indeed this was true. The worst part of the storm lasted about twenty minutes, with lightening, thunder, rain, and darkened skies. It seemed as if it would never end, but God was merciful, and after an hour of rain, He sent His promising rainbow.
Thankfully, there was no damage to our homestead, only a refreshed ground that had cooled in the downpour. I walked around outside, taking photos of odds and ends. The sun was shining brightly with a glowing warmness to it.
A stem of oak leaves was lying on the ground, covered with drops of rain.
“For Your righteousness, O God, reaches the heavens,
You who have done great things;
O God, who is like You?” – Psalm 71:19
God has created such beauty! May we glorify Him, and enjoy Him forever!
23 June 2008
The past couple weeks have been quite busy with 4-H. We have completed several projects that have been entered into the county fair. Breezy’s 4-H projects include a basket, painted illustration, a Christmas card, scrapbook, and two photography entries. My projects include a basket, pickles, cookies, a yoyo wall hanging, perpetual calendar, and two photography entries. It’s been quite fun, but getting them all finished was a bit stressful at times.
During the week of the fair, my favorite part is the swine show. When the hogs are let loose, sometimes they run, or hop, around, with their owner following close behind. It’s quite a humorous sight. We also like watching the beef show. Now and then a steer will go out of control, but usually it’s pretty calm.
I look forward to next year’s fair.
15 June 2008
Dear Daddy,
You are my protector, leader, and guide. You have taught me from Scripture the way I should go. You have been a godly example of what a father, and leader of the family looks like. I don’t know what I’d do without you. God has blessed me so greatly with such a father as wonderful as you. You have loved, cared, instructed, and nurtured me. I love the way you laugh, the way you call me “Cookie” when I’m cooking in the kitchen, they way you look at me in such a loving way. I love you Daddy!
Your Little Girl
“Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be prolonged in the land which the Lord your God gives you.” – Exodus 20:12
“Train up a child in the way he should go, even when he is old he will not depart from it.” – Proverbs 22:6
“Children be obedient to your parents in all things, for this is well pleasing to the Lord.” – Colossians 3:20
“Hear, my son, and accept my sayings and the years of your life will be many.” – Proverbs 4:10
“Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.” – Ephesians 6:1
“My son, observe the commandment of your father and do not forsake the teaching of your mother; Bind them continually on your heart; tie them around your neck. When you walk about, they will guide you; when you sleep, they will watch over you; and when you awake, they will talk to you.” – Proverbs 6: 20-22
Thank you, O Lord, for my daddy!
7 June 2008
When I look into the sky, and see His overwhelming glory, I am amazed. It is incomprehensible! All the peoples have seen His glory. Blessed be His name!
4 June 2008
Just so you know, I am writing weekly posts at the Backyard (you have to be logged in at HSB to view) on crafts called Stitched Little Pieces. Each Wednesday, there should be a post up at the Backyard with directions and photos of how to make crafts. For those of you who do not have a HomeschoolBlogger account, below is this week’s craft.
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The Whimsical Button Bouquet is a sweet little decoration that turns a frown to a smile.
Supplies:
• Buttons (you’ll probably want a variety)
• Plyers/Wire Cutters (for bending, twisting, and cutting the wire)
• Wire (doesn’t matter what size, but I find the 20 gauge to work wonderfully)
• Salt Shaker (a spare one – rummage sells are great places to find extras)
Directions:
1. Cut a piece of wire 2-4 inches longer then the height of the salt shaker. Bend about an inch of the wire back, this will help the button go on easier. Push the longer side of the wire down through one of the holes in the button, making sure the front of the button is facing up.
2. As the button approaches the other end of the wire that is folded down, put that end through the opposite hole. Pull the button until it stops and looks like this.
3. Slightly twist the two wires to secure the button.
4. With the plyer, grab both wires close to the button and begin to twist tightly.
5. After going around a few times, cut the excess wire with the wire cutters (be careful, the little piece of wire might go flying into the air, I advise cutting this inside a container).
6. Fold the little end that is left down, so that it finishes the spiral.
For Extra Beauty:
On the wire under the button flower, grab the wire with the pliers where a nice spiral is desired. Twist the wire around the pliers, loosely so that the pliers can be removed. Straighten up the wire a bit above and below the pretty little spiral so that the flower stands tall.
Once the button flower is finished, insert it into one of the holes on the shaker lid.
You can fill the shaker with as little or as many as you wish. If you had lots of the button flowers, you could put in a new bouquet every few days.
