...a lot of baking, canning and preparing foods for the freezer! What a joy to have such an abundance! The boys had quite a bit of fun "helping", although all of the apples near Joshua seemed to be mysteriously missing bites...
The best part of all this baking and cooking is the wonderful smells that are filling our house. The boys have decided that they really like potato bread and apple butter (which is a rather good thing since we have so much of it :))
So far we have made apple butter, apple preserves, apple maple jam, potato bread and rolls, latkes, and quite a bit of baby food apples. This was our first attempt at canning, so I am so pleased with the results!
My wonderful husband brought me home a bouquet of pretty pink flowers in appreciation. There is still much to do with all of this food, but it is such a good feeling to know that I am filling the pantry with good things for my family to eat!
In His Abundant Blessings,
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Our Leader, Protecter, and Provider, my wonderful husband is the most amazing man I have ever met. He is a loving example to our boys of just what a husband should be.
Melly Elizabeth
Wife, Mommy and Homemaker...these are the labels that describe what I do. I couldn't imagine wanting to be anything other than these things. I love being here in my home, taking care of my family and creating a warm and comfortable place for my husband to come home to each day.
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Joshua
The "Bear". Energetic, rambunctious, and full of all things "boy", Joshua is our little wild bear! He is also one of the sweetest people that I have ever met. Full of hugs and kisses, it is amazing to see the contrast between his rough and tumble ways and his gentle kindness.
Joseph
Joseph is such a joy! His smile lights up the room, and his playful expressions can't help but be endearing. He finds humor in nearly everything. He looks up to his older brothers and tries to keep up with them at every turn.
James
James is my adorable, precious, rambunctious little one! Always eager to be a helper, highly affectionate, and a perfectionist like his Mama, he's the sunshine of my day!
John David
Our newest little addition, John David is such a blessing! He already looks up to his brothers, and seems to be in a hurry to join in their fun. We love him so much, and thank God for sending this darling child into our lives!
Your home looks so cozy and inviting! What a blessing!
ReplyDeletePraise God for the abundance in food! \o/ \o/
Hugs,
Dawn
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Dawn,
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind words regarding our home! I am truly grateful for the home God has provided for us, and hope that will be a place to offer hospitality to anyone who needs it, whether it be through actually having them in our home, or through making someone "feel" at home by visiting us through words and pictures. It always makes me smile to know that someone has "stopped by" for a visit! :)
Hugs and Blessings,
Melly Elizabeth
Monday, November 17, 2008