Category Archives: Domesticity

where we talk about the virtues and pitfalls of keeping house and making home.

Friday 5

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Jennie C.

1. I went to the doctor this morning for persistent pain in my middle finger, right hand. It’s not major pain; it’s just mildly irritating, and it’s been hurting for two months, so I figured it was time to check … Continue reading →

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Questionable

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Jennie C.

I am a member of a Meade County Extension Homemakers club. We get together once a month, discuss various happenings and charitable activities in the community, have a lesson in something presumably related to keeping house, and eat lunch. Every … Continue reading →

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Winter Laundry

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Jennie C.

We work for the military, and we get paid by the military, and we’ve been pretty happy with our pay, able to live comfortably, give generously, and make forward progress on our dreams, while I work at home full time … Continue reading →

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Turkey

Posted on November 26, 2011 by Jennie C.

My eyes welled with tears as we stood around our turkey, giving thanks to God for all of our blessings. I can’t describe what I felt in that moment, both humble and proud and full to bursting with joy. I … Continue reading →

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Do You Use Ebates?

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Jennie C.

Ebates is a great way to save a little extra money if you prefer online shopping. I do. Here’s how I use it: 1. Find the product I am looking for, using the awesome power of google to locate best … Continue reading →

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