"Turn to me and have mercy on me, as you always do to those who love your name. Direct my footsteps according to your word; let no sin rule over me."

~Psalm 119:132-133

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Character

n. [“to cut, engrave”]

The stable and distinctive qualities built into an individual’s life which determine his response regardless of circumstances.

~American Dictionary of the English Language

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Five-Cup Fruit Salad

1- 8 ounce can pineapple chunks
1- 11 ounce can mandarin orange sections, drained
1 cup coconut
1 cup tiny marshmallows
1- 8 ounce carton sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped pecans

Drain pineapple chunks, reserving 1 tablespoon juice. In a bowl combine reserved juice, pineapple chunks, mandarin orange sections, coconut, marshmallows, and sour cream. Cover and chill for 2-24 hours. Before serving, sprinkle with pecans. Makes 6 side-dish servings.

~BH&G New Cookbook

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

All in the Name of Fun

Spite and Malice is a card game my husband's grandma taught us years ago. We learned to play with an ordinary deck of cards, but the updated version might just be a little more fun.

Friday, March 13, 2009

Fat Frogs on a Skinny Log

When ten fat frogs try to squeeze themselves onto the same skinny, wobbly-bobbly log...look out! Words and pictures by Sara Riches. Great for counting and practicing the "S" sound.

Thursday, March 12, 2009

Beauty Tip

"Cheerfulness and contentment are great beautifiers and are famous preservers of youthful looks."~ Charles Dickens (1812-1870)

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

People Manners

When we are gracious, we show kindness and warmth.
When we are courteous, we show good manners toward others.
When we are considerate, we are thoughtful and attentive.
When we are respectful, we admire and appreciate others.

~The Family Book of Manners

Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Note Trainer

Online music flashcards, a fun way for kids to learn notes.

Note Trainer