It has been quite awhile since I have blogged, hasn't it? I guess I just needed a break from writing, although I have several things I want to write about. There is never a lack of action around the homestead, and we have been quite busy all season long.
Our flock of ducks has been greatly reduced due to illness, which makes me sad, as my favorite duck "Joe" was one of the victims. I miss that friendly guy. I think his mate has been quite lonely since he's been gone. Out of 13, we have 1 goose and 5 ducks left. It's a bummer.
I have been canning quite a bit this year. I have canned a bunch of medium to hot salsa, pickled peppers, tomato sauce, green beans, and some squash. Some people say you aren't supposed to can squash, but I have canned it for over 20 years and have never had a problem. We seem to do well growing beans, and usually continue to harvest them until first frost. I don't think I am going to work up any apples this year as we have several jars of apples and applesauce left.
Jessie has had a busy summer of work of various kinds, and has been gone quite often. I miss her but I am thankful for the opportunities God provided for extra money. Amber and Josh school all year, so we didn't have any dramatic back to school issues. We did take one week off recently, because I needed a break from correcting work to catch up on some other things. I have revamped Amber and Josh's school schedule to reflect the challenge of high school work. They stay VERY BUSY during the school week with their school work and chores. I have seen some maturing already from this new way of doing things.
We recently got back from the Shindig in North Carolina. I will be writing a post on the excellent teaching Michael Pearl gave on the Science of Addiction, so you can be looking for that. I don't plan to go quite as deep into the scientific detail as he did, but I will cover it enough to get the important points.
Today, we are going to eat my famous chip dip while we listen to football on the Sirius, and later we are going to grill and have a nice meal together. This morning, we had an excellent discussion on our position in Christ and how that alone helps us to overcome temptation and allow us to walk in obedience. Amber shared some insights from Romans 14 she gleaned as she has been studying that book. I love to fellowship with my children and my husband. There is nothing like it!
I could say so much more since it's been so long but I will save some for next time.
Sincerely,
Debbie, Home at Serenity Springs
Life as the mother of four children and four grandchildren. Homeschooling the two still at home. Things that interest me - reading, herbs and essential oils, gardening, natural chemical-free living, and continually learning how to be a better wife.
