finding Joy in helping others
Here is an Easy Pattern to make Crocheted Dolls! Children LOVE dolls! They love something to cuddle, take care of, and sleep with. These folk dolls are very soft and huggable. Hannah Ruth, is a lovely two-year old girl. I spotted her cheerfully cuddling her new baby doll from her shoebox. Her mother told me […] Read more…
COLORING! It’s the hottest thing right now. It’s relaxing to sit quietly, turn off all media, and calmly color in a design. I had so much fun that I decided to draw my own. PLUS I wanted to put positive words or even scripture into each one. Here is my very first (in what I […] Read more…
Purchasing the correct size of clothing for children can be a challenge. It’s so easy if the child is with you! They can try on everything. But what do you do if the items are intended as a gift or donation? I’m always left wondering if the shirt or pants would be too big for […] Read more…
Did you know you can make a special Coloring Book? With these instructions from Mark, you can make your very own coloring books that are inexpensive, and look good. If you want to donate them, these directions help you make a 1/2 size booklet that will fit into an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift without […] Read more…
LOVE There are special days to celebrate our LOVE: weddings, anniversaries and especially on Valentine’s Day. I used to think that we could only share Valentine greetings with our special someone. But after I had children, I saw how much they enjoyed getting cards from their family and friends. Later, I began sending them to […] Read more…
The leaves are falling and there’s a chill in the air. Even in October stores are pulling out all their Christmas decorations. With school activities, shopping and work, we can easily rush through November without pausing to take a breath. I think if we do, we can miss a great opportunity! THANKSGIVING! A time to […] Read more…