by Darlene Schacht | May 31, 2012 | Uncategorized
The Heart of Simplicity:Foundations For Christian HomemakingFrom the hearts of over a dozen Christian women…to yoursI was handed a copy of this eBook a few weeks ago when one of the contributing authors asked me if I’d be willing to review it. Knowing that...
by Darlene Schacht | May 29, 2012 | Christian Living, Titus 2sdays
“God Doesn’t Call the EquippedHe Equips Those He Calls.”~ Author UnknownIf you saw Women Living Well’s post the other day you might have read that a few bloggers, including myself were approached by a production company who is interested in the...
by Darlene Schacht | May 28, 2012 | Recipes
Blessed is the homeof a woman who joyfully serves,offering giftsby the work of her hands.When I’m asked to bring a salad to dinner, my first choice is usually my “Quick ‘N Easy Pasta Salad.” I have to say that it’s one of my...
by Darlene Schacht | May 25, 2012 | Friday Five
It’s a new week, and here are five of my favorites from around the web:1. Knot No-Hem Shorts – Crafty CritiqueAdd some style to Bermuda shorts with Crafty Critique’s Knot-No Hem tutorial. I love how cute these are!These are SO EASY to make. Right...
by Darlene Schacht | May 24, 2012 | Christian Living, Marriage, Temptation
The other day I got to talking to a married friend and young mother who told me that she was recently approached by an ex-boyfriend who wrote her a heart-felt letter. If that isn’t temptation wrapped in a bow and handed to her on a silver platter, I don’t know what...
by Darlene Schacht | May 23, 2012 | Parenting
Choose your battles wisely ~ give patience where patience is due, and continually ask God for wisdom in discipline.While your children are growing, pray often for their salvation, as the prophet Isaiah wrote, “Drop down, ye heavens, from above, and let the skies...
by Darlene Schacht | May 22, 2012 | Marriage, Titus 2sdays, Videos
This is one of my favorite mini-sermons by Kirk Cameron. Because it’s a recap of his “Love Worth Fighting For” event, the video is only 7 minutes long, but it’s definitely got some encouraging words for marriages today! I like that he addresses...
by Darlene Schacht | May 21, 2012 | Housekeeping, Printables
A recent question, and one that I’m frequently asked is, “How can I stay focused?” It’s really funny that people ask me this question because I’m one of the most unfocused people I know. But one thing I’ve learned in this life is...
by Darlene Schacht | May 17, 2012 | Christian Living
I tiptoed my way toward the crib hoping to steal one last look before going to sleep. Crumpled up in his bed like a kitten slept the little man who was placed in my care. This baby, though only a few months old had already been through the valley of the shadow of...
by Darlene Schacht | May 15, 2012 | Recipes, Titus 2sdays
Have I told you lately how incredible my 14-yr-old daughter is? She went grocery shopping after school so that she could cook a meal for some friends of ours. They’ve dealt with a few tragedies over the past couple of weeks, and she wanted to show them some...
by Darlene Schacht | May 11, 2012 | Friday Five
Here are five of my favorites from around the web!1. Easy and Oh-So-Cute Nightgown TutorialEveryday Chaos says, “These are so easy, it’s embarrassing.”I like easy, especially when easy is spelled a-d-o-r-a-b-l-e!2. Re-Purpose Little Girls Jeans...
by Darlene Schacht | May 9, 2012 | Marriage
I know that I just shared a video with you the other day, and I don’t normally share two in one week, in fact I rarely post two in one month. But this video is too good to let it pass by without sharing it with you!!Seriously, wow!Thank you to Sarah of...