How to recycle a small decorative pumpkin into a bird-feeder

How to recycle a small decorative pumpkin into a bird-feeder
Originally uploaded by Sakurako Kitsa

What a great idea!

Cutest Dog Competition

Perfect Peace

Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; Not as the world givs do I give you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. John 14:27

Peace is the most difficult for the enemy to counterfeit. You either have it or you don't!

Peace is a little foretaste of heaven.

We long for that calmness, serenity and quiet confidence that comes from a truly peaceful heart.

We can not avoid the gray skies that come in our lives, it's how we deal with those gray skies that makes a difference in our peace level.

Business Card Giveaway by Vintage Bella

The Queen Of Re is hosting a giveaway. Vintage Bella Business Card Giveaway. July 13 - July 18

We at Vintage Bella can help you brand your company or small business with a beautiful, vintage-inspired theme. (or not!) Is there an era that catches your fancy? Victorian corsets? Edwardian hats? Art Deco flappers? Marie Antoinette?

So do you want to enter to win Vintage Bella's business cards?

Win it! This giveaway is for 250 matte business cards, professionally printed on one side in full color. You choose one design. Let us know what style you prefer. ($39.00 value)

Head over to The Queen of Re to enter.

Fingerprint Friday

There is a song by Steven Curtis Chapman that says:
I can see the fingerprints of god
When I look at you
I can see the fingerprints of god
And I know its true
You're a masterpiece
That all creation quietly applauds
And you're covered with the fingerprints of god
So look around you and see where YOU can see God's fingerprints. Is it in nature? Kids? Animals? Where do you see them? Here's how to join in. PamperingBeki

Birthday Flowers

Tuesday was my 40th birthday.

These arrived from my parents. As my mother says, "A girl always loves to get flower".
I could not agree with her more.

One of my Favorite places

to drink coffee and relax.

Where is your favorite place?

I'm Back

Sorry for the long silence. I needed to put my blog in stealth mode for my own peace of mind.

THIS IS A NEW DAY

See you Monday

Enjoy a beautiful weekend!

Would you like to see where hubby and I spent our anniversary night.

fancy restaurant...no
over priced movie...no
museum...no
art gallery..no

Here's a little sneak peak

A little closer peek

some candles, little lantern lights, vintage satin pillows, fru-fru curtains, wild flowers and lots of love = two happy campers.

We spent our evening in our 1974 Scotty Camper.

I love being a hillbilly.

would not trade my life for anything.

I adore this man

Today is our wedding anniversary -

14 years, 3 children, 2 dogs, 4 rabbits, several cats and a million moments later,

we're still in love.

He completes me

She was loved

by someone -- at some time ---- some whereand now I plan on continuing to love her.

She got a good scrubbing last night

I'm dreaming of a light face lift for her.

Any ideas?

A Bugs Life

Watch this video and tell me what you think.

Remembering

9/21/63 – 5/30/06

Robbie

Three years ago today changed our lives forever. The Lord took you home to be with Him. I miss you so much. I dreamt of you the other day and it was great to see your face! I heard your laughter and precious memories of you came rushing through my mind. As I awoke, I noticed my heart was pounding and I lost my breath when I remembered it was all just a dream, and that you really aren’t here anymore. Then I heard a small voice from within and God reminded me that death will not have the last say, because of His saving grace, you will see your brother again some day! Robbie, I’m looking up to heaven to you today.



My heart was crushed with grief. My brother was tragically killed in a train accident. My mind spun uncontrollably. I could not focus on a logical thought. Nightmares kept me from sleeping. During the day, I could barely stay awake. I was so crushed with grief. I wanted to shut out the world. I wanted to die. BUT I knew it was against all I knew the Lord had taught me. I cried out to Him for relief. He met me where I was. He comforted me as I gave each hurt of my soul to Him. . I praise Him for lifting my spirit of heaviness. I Praise Him for using my heartaches and grief to teach me wisdom, empathy, and compassion. He has given me strength.

Lord,

How could I ever possibly be prepared for something like this? It all seems so final. No more chances to share our feelings and retrieve the time, to do and say the things undone. My heartaches. Yet at the same time, I feel Your comforting presence near.

How I praise You for comfort and strength in my time of grief. Little by little, layer by layer , You are healing my heart and soul. I praise You for surrounding me with Your warm, constant presence that helps fill the void within me. Thank you Lord, for reminding me in Your Word about life everlasting, because I know my dear one, loved You, all isn't final. There is life beyond death where no sadness or pain exists, a life that lasts forever. Someday You will wipe away all my tears.

Even though I have tears and heartache now, I thank You for Your promise that JOY WILL COME IN THE MORNING.

I realize, You are showing me it isn't my loved one I'm weeping for. It's me. Thank you God for Your comfort. I look forward to joining You in heaven someday and being with my brother once again. In the meantime, I know I have more to do for You here, Lord, so I will keep going on. I will serve you and praise You with all my heart.

Trunk Show

Vintage Bella and The Queen of Re are embarking on a new adventure. The Sisterhood of the Traveling Trunk Show.



Vintage Bella has an amazing Etsy store. Pop over and tell her "The Queen"sent you. You will not be disappointed.

Just Listed

Are you interested??? These were just listed in my Etsy shop

What would you title this????

One van window + Two 10 year old boys + free time = Well, THIS

Good Morning

Hanging laundry can be enjoyable especially if you have someone to keep you company.

I'm sitting here drinking my coffee soaking up the beautiful day.

God's Promises

I was reminded of "God's Promises" and one person can make a difference.


I can make a difference for my family. (Noah did)
I can make a difference for God's creation. (Noah did)
I can make a difference for future Generations. (Noah did)
I can make a difference for God. (Noah did)
I can make a difference at any age. (Noah did)

I need to remember....

Not to be afraid to stand out in the crowd. (Noah wasn't)
Not to be afraid to do something for the first time. (Noah wasn't)

Today's Thrifty Treasures

I'm over here posting about Today's Treasures