seriously. Though I've done a bit of sewing here and there, all I actually "know" can be attributed to a brief stint in a quilting class ten years ago in Nairobi so when I decided to develop some ideas with fabrics I brought back from Kenya I realized I had a lot to learn. Fortunately, there are numerous bloggers who love to teach! And, believe me, if I can make this, you can, too! I ...
God is faithful….
Ten years ago.... my friend Melissa left this beautiful child at a children's home in Kenya...hoping she would be safe and rescued from a life on the streets. For ten years, Melissa has wondered and prayed and tried to learn what became of Rose. Last week, we heard that she is indeed alive and well and here's the picture to prove it: Thank you for praying that we would find ...
Works for Me Wednesday: Babysitting
Let me just warn you: I am about to be honest. I spent two weeks away from my children, and though at times I could hardly breathe for missing them, there were other times I wondered if I didn't miss them enough. The days were busy and filled, and at night I was tired. There wasn't much time to worry over them or wonder what they were doing (or what they were eating). I was surprisingly ...
Tuesday’s Tip: If it looks good, eat it.
And sometimes if it doesn't. Before I left for Africa, I was surprised by the number of people who hinted that I should pack a suitcase full of granola bars. When I laughed, they asked, "But what will you eat?" Here's the truth: I love Kenyan food. Always have. The country is filled with fresh produce. The fruit is fabulous (except the watermelons...they're not from Smith County so they ...