{this moment} - A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember.If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the comments for all to find … [Read more...] about This moment 12-16-11…
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How-To Class #2, Baking and Decorating 101
Being that we are right upon 'the most wonderful time of the year'... my friend had a good idea and we decided that baking and decorating would be just right for our how-to class this week.We made up a batch of sugar cookies, which were probably the *best* I have ever tried.And … [Read more...] about How-To Class #2, Baking and Decorating 101
Spicy Ornaments
As the children and I have been reading more and more about the early explorers, we see each and every time just how important spices were and are! These explorers were willing to risk everything for spices... well, and gold... of course.They are still a pretty hot commodity … [Read more...] about Spicy Ornaments
Thanksgiving through Carlie’s Eyes…
My little dumplin who is *7* already, still loves to borrow my camera and take pictures from her perspective. Oftentimes, I let her... because there is some things I don't catch.Here are some shots from our day...First off, I took this picture of her and my newest little niece … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving through Carlie’s Eyes…
The Children’s Ornaments
Around here at Heritage Acres Homestead, we have a tradition. Each year as the stores begin to bring out the Christmas decorations, the children and I pick out one new ornament for the tree for each family member. Our tree is simple, not elaborate. It has ornaments back from when … [Read more...] about The Children’s Ornaments
