Disclaimer: I received a FREE copy of this product through the HOMESCHOOL REVIEW CREW in exchange for my honest review. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. This post contains affiliate links. To be honest, a specific geography curriculum wasn’t on my radar for our... Continue Reading →
I’m evaluating my own patterns of rest. Here’s the link to an article I wrote for The Old Schoolhouse Magazine about the Productivity of Rest.
We had a whirlwind several weeks following the death of my aunt in a date nearly a thousand miles from us. The children and I joined other family to make the trip to Missouri, the state of my birth. You’ll see more about the trip in an upcoming post, but for now, here’s some snapshots... Continue Reading →
Rainbow or Fun Colored Cupcakes These yummy basic cupcakes are simple to make and can be easily customized for flavor and color. For Christmas, color 1/3 batter green, 1/3 batter red, and leave 1/3 white. This recipe was submitted to the Rohrer Family and Friends cookbook by Chloe Robinson. 1 Cup White sugar1/2 Cup Butter2... Continue Reading →
Seven-Minute Frosting This is our favorite frosting. It’s not too sweet and has the taste and consistency of marshmallow fluff. 2 Egg whites3/4 Cups white sugar1/3 Cup Light corn syrup2 Tablespoons Water1/4 Teaspoon Salt1/4 Teaspoon Cream of tarter1 Teaspoon Vanilla Combine first 6 ingredients in a large double boiler. Cook over rapidly boiling water, while... Continue Reading →
My aunt’s body arrives at the churchyard in a two-horse-drawn hearse. Mourners gather outside the white clapboard church, men on the right side, women on the left. Hushed greetings and stoic expressions of sympathy float between them, followed by a holy kiss. Reverence stills the crowd as the hearse halts. The well-trained horses stand at... Continue Reading →
Creamy Cheese Dip A family Super Bowl staple! This is a basic cheese sauce I make for nachos, for macaroni, for just about anything. It’s creamy, simple, and absolutely delicious! 3 Tablespoons Butter2 Tablespoons Flour2 Cups Milk2 Cups Heavy whipping cream1 (8 ounce block) Cream cheese2 Cups shredded cheddar (I use a block and shred... Continue Reading →
The Ultimate Chocolate Cake I acquired this recipe when I was a “Kitchen Chic” at Deer Valley Ranch. I think it originated from a five-star restaurant in Texas. When I submitted it to our church cookbook, they included the note, “*So rich it should be served by prescription only.” Every time I’ve served this cake... Continue Reading →
Scones from Scotland These are almost like a glorified biscuit. They’re delicious as is, or with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. Some of us like chocolate chips in ours, others don’t, so I make half without, then add some chocolate chips to finish the batter. 2 Cups All-purpose flour, sifted1/4 Teaspoon Salt2 Tablespoons Sugar2 1/2... Continue Reading →
