
Monday, October 31, 2016
Craft - Thankful Turkey Mobile

Sunday, October 30, 2016
Christmas Giveaways for 2016 Begin in Two Days!!!

Please share this with the people you know - someone will win . . . maybe it will be you!
Saturday, October 29, 2016
Resources to Help You Pass on Your Faith - Science the Bible & Fun

Christmas Review & Giveaway on November 29, 2016 - Peerless Fonderie 47 Collector's Edition Rollerball Pen

Friday, October 28, 2016
Resources to Help You Pass on Your Faith - Deeper In - Praying the Scriptures for the Children You Love


Today I want to share another of three resources with you which you could use to help you pass faith to your grandchildren. (I'll share the other one tomorrow.) Today I'm happy to let you know about the second book . . . Deeper In 4 Grandparents & Parents, Too! Praying the Scriptures for the Children You Love - this book is available in two editions . . . the Old Testament Edition and the Psalms Edition. The goals of these books are . . .
Christmas Review & Giveaway on November 28, 2016 - American Girl WellieWisher Camille Doll

Thursday, October 27, 2016
Resources to Help You Pass on Your Faith - It Is Impossible to Spoil Grandchildren

Well - the good news is there are resources available to help you - and your friends - pass your faith to your grandchildren! Today I want to share one of three resources with you. (I'll share the other two over the next two days.)
The first is a book which you could read/work through on your own or in a Sunday school class or small group. It Is Impossible to Spoil Grandchildren has ten chapters, each dealing with how to pass faith to your grandchildren such as . . .
Christmas Review & Giveaway on November 27, 2016 - The NIV Wonders of Creation Bible
Today I'm very happy to share with you one more Bible, the NIV Wonders of Creation Bible.
Wednesday, October 26, 2016
I Am Blessed & Oh, So Thankful!

There is the sound of rain on a metal roof - a pleasant sound and I am reminded of how blessed I am. There are places in the world where people hear the sounds of battle. There are places in the world where people do not have shelter. Places where their biggest concern is the safety of their family.
I do not take the safety of my family for granted, I know the boys are at school and after school they will be home, in their warm, dry house with parents who love and care for them. Yes, I am most blessed.
Christmas Review & Giveaway on November 26, 2016 - Nefarious, the Mad Scientist Game
So, today I'm very happy to share with you a new board game from USAopoly, which they sent me for review, and to announce another giveaway!
Tuesday, October 25, 2016
Christmas Review & Giveaway on November 25, 2016 - i See Me Personalized Book

Monday, October 24, 2016
"Because My Grandma LOVES Them!"

These trees provide wonderful shade for my house and yard throughout the summer and are just beautiful as their leaves change colors in the fall - lots of bright yellows, some oranges and a truly incredible red!
They also have millions . . . yes millions of leaves (my husband is VERY thankful for his tractor and leaf bagger!!!)
So, why do I mention all these trees and leaves? Because Caleb, my five year old grandson, is absolutely CONVINCED his grandma (me) loves leaves. Wait. Did I say, "loves"? I would more accurately have reflected his opinion to have said; "LOVES!!!" Since he LOVES his grandma (me) and he is certain I LOVE leaves, he often comes running into my house holding a leaf . . . and since it is Fall, and the leaves are steadily falling off the trees, there are currently no shortage of leaves for him to bring to me! My husband (Caleb's Poppa) asked him the other day why he was bringing me a leaf, and Caleb said; "Because my grandma LOVES them!"
Christmas Review & Giveaway on November 24, 2016 - 15oz Photo Mug from Shutterfly

But first, information about this giveaway . . . one of my favorites . . . a personalized photo mug from Shutterfly! I am so happy to be able to announce this giveaway, because the mug I'm giving away is my favorite! I personally have a number of these mugs and love the size, color, weight and, of course, the photos on the mugs!
Sunday, October 23, 2016
Celebrate! The Most Important Decision Ever!
2017 Christmas Gift Review & Giveaway - November 12, 2017 - NIV Journal Bible for Girls
Saturday, October 22, 2016
Christmas Review & Giveaway - RISK®: Star Trek™ 50th Anniversary Edition
Friday, October 21, 2016
Christmas Review & Giveaway November 21, 2016 - Cross Captain America Pen
Thursday, October 20, 2016
Christmas Review & Giveaway on November 20, 2016 - Christmas Love Letters from God
Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Your Thanksgiving Inventory . . .

Tuesday, October 18, 2016
Christmas Review & Giveaway on November 18, 2016 - Melody the Musical Turtle from LeapFrog
Monday, October 17, 2016
Christmas Review & Giveaway - NIV Beautiful Word Coloring Bible
I think giving a Bible as a Christmas gift is not only a great idea, but it makes for a truly meaningful gift which they will use every day. And, if the person on your gift list is someone who enjoys coloring . . . especially a teen or adult who has taken up coloring, the NIV, Beautiful Word Bible, which Zondervan sent me for review, makes the perfect gift!
Saturday, October 15, 2016
A Few Thoughts About the Upcoming Election . . .

Both parties spew hate - one says the other party is her “enemy” and calls those who vote for their opponent "deplorable" . . . while I did not vote for him in the primaries, I know and love people who did and they are absolutely NOT deplorable. The other calls people names, mocks them, seems unable/unwilling to show self-control and basically acts like a school-yard bully to anyone who says something he does not like. After the election in November, one of these people will be president – how will they possibly be the president for all the people, when they have both alienated about half the country with their hate? Will this hate impact my grandsons? If so, how? I want them to be people who are characterized and motivated by love for others and grace, not hate.
Friday, October 14, 2016
Christmas Review & Giveaway - Pelican Puppet from Folkmanis
Thursday, October 13, 2016
The Phantom of the Opera - Coming to a Theater Near You!

So, when I was recently invited to write about an opera - one I've seen and enjoyed, and offered review tickets as well, I was happy to write about it for you today. What is this opera, you ask? The Phantom of the Opera.
Wednesday, October 12, 2016
Christmas Review & Giveaway on November 12, 2016 - The Bot That Scott Built
Tuesday, October 11, 2016
Praying for the Ones We Love!
This week I'm praying through Psalm 55:16-23 for my children/grandchildren. This is a truly powerful passage; take a look . . .
As for me, I call to God, and the Lord saves me.
Evening, morning and noon I cry out in distress,
and he hears my voice.
He rescues me unharmed from the battle waged against me,
even though many oppose me.
God, who is enthroned from of old, who does not change—
he will hear them and humble them, because they have no fear of God. My companion attacks his friends; he violates his covenant. His talk is smooth as butter, yet war is in his heart; his words are more soothing than oil, yet they are drawn swords. Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken. But you, God, will bring down the wicked into the pit of decay; the bloodthirsty and deceitful will not live out half their days. But as for me, I trust in you.
Monday, October 10, 2016
Christmas Giveaway - November 10, 2016 - Jump Ship! CardVentures Game
This, "choose-your-own-ending" idea is the basis for a new set of card games from GameWright, which I was invited to review!
Sunday, October 9, 2016
grandma's cookbook - Butternut Squash Bread!

So, today I'm happy to share it with you - along with the few changes I made to the recipe. You'll find the recipe at this link and I changed it in the following ways . . .
Saturday, October 8, 2016
Christmas Review & Giveaway - November 8, 2016 - The Lord's Prayer book
Friday, October 7, 2016
grandma's cookbook - Pumpkin Pie Sugar Cookies

You'll find the directions and ingredients at this link - although I think I'd skip the cream cheese and instead of canned pumpkin use pumpkin pie filling. Either way, these little mini-pies look like a fun project to make with grandchildren and then give to neighbors, shut-ins or take to a family event!
Or, just enjoy together, of course!
Thursday, October 6, 2016
Christmas Review & Giveaway - November 6, 2016 - Sniffing Rabbit Puppet from Folkmanis
Wednesday, October 5, 2016
2016 Christmas Review & Giveaway is Off to a Good Start!
Tuesday, October 4, 2016
Christmas Review & Giveaway - November 4, 2016 - Even Superheros Have Bad Days
Monday, October 3, 2016
2016 Christmas Review & Giveaway - November 1, 2016 - Ready, Set, Find Christmas!
Sunday, October 2, 2016
Praying for Your Family to Experience How God is Their Refuge & Strength
I have been praying through the Psalms for my family this year - this coming week I'm praying from Psalm 46:1-11 . . .
As you go through this week consider praying this prayer for your grandchildren (take from Deeper In 4 Grandparents & Parents, Too! Praying the Scriptures for the Children You Love - Psalms Edition)
I have experienced over the past few days how God does answer prayer. How He is our help and how He is with us! So, I'm happy to say, praying for our grandchildren is one of the most powerful things we can do as grandparents!4 There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God,
the holy habitation of the Most High.
5 God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved;
God will help her when morning dawns.
6 The nations rage, the kingdoms totter;
he utters his voice, the earth melts.
7 The Lord of hosts is with us;
the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah8 Come, behold the works of the Lord,
how he has brought desolations on the earth.
9 He makes wars cease to the end of the earth;
he breaks the bow and shatters the spear;
he burns the chariots with fire.
10 “Be still, and know that I am God.
I will be exalted among the nations,
I will be exalted in the earth!”
11 The Lord of hosts is with us;
the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah
As you go through this week consider praying this prayer for your grandchildren (take from Deeper In 4 Grandparents & Parents, Too! Praying the Scriptures for the Children You Love - Psalms Edition)
Christmas Review & Giveaway - November 2, 2016 Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Christmas & Hoilday Traditions Tickets


Saturday, October 1, 2016
2016 Christmas Review & Giveaway - American Girl WellieWisher Dolls
American Girl describes the WellieWishers as . . . "Meet the WellieWishers, a sweet and silly group of girls who each have the same big, bright wish: to be a good friend. Explore their world as they step into colorful garden boots and get ready for stomping in mud puddles, putting on shows, and helping friendships grow."
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