Author Archives: Valerie

Cheesy Hashbrown Potatoes

Oh yumm!  This recipe is from 2010 Gooseberry Patch Halloween magazine.  They have some other recipes that I have tried and want to get up here soon! (Like the crustless pumpkin pie!!) I got brave and took this recipe to … Continue reading

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A “See ya later” to a friend.

A friend of mine is moving away.  She is very active in her “web community” so I know that I will have a chance to talk with her and keep up to date with what is going on with her … Continue reading

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Magic Hands

Why is it that some people have magic hands?  I went for a massage today!  Boy, this lady has magic hands!! Chris gave me a gift certificate almost a year ago to go have a massage.  Any mom knows that … Continue reading

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Peach blueberry crumble

We have had a Summer full of fresh blueberries thanks to our local community supported agriculture co-op.  One of my favorite yummy things to bake with the blueberries is a peach blueberry crumble.  With local Georgia peaches and our organic … Continue reading

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My big sister

So, I have three sisters.  I love them dearly!  I look up to them and love seeing the way God has worked in each of them individually…He is so Amazing! Liana, the sister next in line to me, came for … Continue reading

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Flash Card-ville

We are beginning to live in the land of flash cards.  Kayla is EATING UP information!  I love that she can memorize information so easily.  I remember struggling with this.  It was so frustrating to me that at times I … Continue reading

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Quiet

How is it that just a little bit of quiet makes such a difference in my world?  Just to be able to make a complete thought or the chance to not even think at all is an amazing refresher.  There … Continue reading

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Afternoon Naps

There’s nothing like waking up with your five year old standing over you while you nap on the couch! Ugh!

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Chili Rellenos

So, for a while now, we have been participating in a local farmers co-op.  We have had some amazing fresh foods and were excited to see poblano peppers in our box this week.  Chris asked for stuffed chili rellenos this … Continue reading

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Heaven’s Very Special Child

By: Edna Massimilla A meeting was held quite far from Earth It was time again for another birth. Said the Angels to the Lord above – “This special child will need much love. Her progress may be very slow Accomplishment … Continue reading

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