Author Archives: Samantha

Settling in to 2013

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Samantha

I don’t really believe in New Year’s Resolutions. I find that the things that most people aspire to change in their lives require a redirection of heart rather than the turning of a calendar page. But as we say good-bye … Continue reading →

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Save Up-cycling

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Samantha

It has come to my attention in the Etsy-verse that shops who enjoy up-cycling and reusing are being targeted and bullied. We live in a wasteful world and being able to take an existing item and turn it into something … Continue reading →

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A Dragon is Hatched

Posted on December 22, 2012 by Samantha

With all the Christmas orders on their way to their new homes I’ve been able to turn my attention to some of my own projects. I’m still sewing for Christmas, but these presents will be staying here bringing joy to … Continue reading →

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Of Children and Snowmen

Posted on December 16, 2012 by Samantha

Our nation still feels the wounds of the events in Colorado several months ago and Friday we found our hearts shattered once again. I have fund myself desolving into tears dozens of times throughout the day. Every piece of news … Continue reading →

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Walking in Truth….

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Samantha

I had intended to do a post showing off the new cowl and scarf I made, but here I sit with a pile of projects and the ship in time for Christmas date for my orders looming over me. I … Continue reading →

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Who is Super Mom?

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Samantha

I saw this post in my facebook feed today and it was exactly what I needed to hear. I suffer from perfectmomitis. It’s a pretty epidemic infection if ever I saw one. Sure I have the same pressures as most … Continue reading →

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Elf on a Shelf 2012

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Samantha

The holidays are still hard for all of us. By nature they are full of tradition and tradition is something you share that form bonds that root themselves into your very heart. Being both our favorite holiday meant it was … Continue reading →

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Golden Graham Treats

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Samantha

It’s important to me that we live a healthy lifestyle. I’m lucky that I don’t have to work too hard to be skinny, but I choose to teach the boys the importance of physical activity and eating well. We eat … Continue reading →

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Change

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Samantha

…and pray, but I realize that most people in this world don’t really want resolutions. It’s far easier to sit in self-centered sin bubbles than to seek change. With the holidays upon us and New Year’s resolutions  begging to be … Continue reading →

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Tim McGraw

Posted on November 25, 2012 by Samantha

There are always things in your life that evoke certain memories no matter how much time has passed or the paths your life has taken. It can be a song, a smell, the sound of breath, something simple that reminds … Continue reading →

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