Goliath Games Brings Big Outdoor Fun to Church Youth Group – Goliath Games sent us several outdoor games to try, and we decided they would be even more fun with lots of friends. We chose to use them during the activity time at our church youth group last Sunday evening. Our youth group includes kids… Continue reading Goliath Games Brings Big Outdoor Fun to Church Youth Group
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Cecile Belle (Spann) Bentz Diplomas from Madison, Jefferson County, Indiana
Cecile Belle (Spann) Bentz Diplomas from Madison, Jefferson County, Indiana – While we were going through stuff at my grandma’s house after her passing I came across a couple of very cool historical documents pertaining to my great-grandma Cecile Belle (Spann) Bentz. I had seen both of the artifacts many years ago, but that was… Continue reading Cecile Belle (Spann) Bentz Diplomas from Madison, Jefferson County, Indiana
Pumpkin Patch Pudding Cups [Recipe]
Pumpkin Patch Pudding Cups [Recipe] – These Pumpkin Patch Pudding Cups are a great treat to bring to any fall gathering because they’re so easy to make but look impressive. They appeal to both children and adults, and you can’t beat the rich, chocolatey taste! Your family and friends are sure to love this simple pudding… Continue reading Pumpkin Patch Pudding Cups [Recipe]
Celebrating Grandma Merrimen (Niccum) Bentz
Celebrating Grandma Merrimen Claire (Niccum) Bentz – Today we celebrated the life of my Grandma Bentz. She was 94 and still living at home alone until the very end. She raised 6 daughters, who then multiplied to 18 grandchildren, and apparently 53 great-grandchildren. I had never sat down to count up all the great-grandchildren, but that… Continue reading Celebrating Grandma Merrimen (Niccum) Bentz
GhostPillow by Nature’s Sleep – Personal Testimonial
GhostPillow by Nature’s Sleep – Personal Testimonial – “My neck has never felt better!” *This post is sponsored by GhostPillow, but all opinions are my own. Because I spend a lot of time in front of the computer, I’ve grown accustomed to continual neck and shoulder pain. Until recently, I’ve just considered neck and shoulder… Continue reading GhostPillow by Nature’s Sleep – Personal Testimonial
10 Emergency Foods You Must Stock for a Power Outage Situation
10 Nonperishable Foods You Must Stock for a Power Outage Situation – If you are wondering what foods to stock up on for a power outage or other emergency situation, do not fear. As a long time prepper (my kids say hoarder), I know the best food to buy for a power outage, quarantine, or… Continue reading 10 Emergency Foods You Must Stock for a Power Outage Situation
Nana’s Quick and Easy No-Bake Banana Pudding
Nana’s Quick and Easy No-Bake Banana Pudding – This Banana Pudding recipe is so easy! It requires no time in the oven, no cooking on the stovetop, and really no effort at all. There’s no skill involved. There’s no possibility of botching this recipe. It turns out perfect EVERY time. Even the worst cook you… Continue reading Nana’s Quick and Easy No-Bake Banana Pudding
Grandpa James Clark Climbed Out the Window on His Wedding Night and Never Returned [Genealogy]
Grandpa James Clark Climbed Out the Window on His Wedding Night and Never Returned [Genealogy] – My great-great-grandpa James B. Clark was married once before he married my great-great-grandma Mary Elizabeth (Noggle) Clark but only for a few hours. A cousin sent me a lovely picture of James Clark the other day, so I thought… Continue reading Grandpa James Clark Climbed Out the Window on His Wedding Night and Never Returned [Genealogy]
I Heroically Saved a Puppy from Certain Death
I Heroically Saved a Puppy from Certain Death (and Other Sordid Tales of Puppy Smuggling) – We accidentally have puppies again. Lots of them! Pixie never has just one or two puppies. She gave birth to eight this time, and as always, my kids love every single one of them. We were not supposed to… Continue reading I Heroically Saved a Puppy from Certain Death
Bloomingport Friends Sunday School circa 1921 [Genealogy Photo]
Bloomingport Friends Sunday School circa 1921 [Genealogy Photo] – This is one of the most adorable photos I have in my possession. These little children dressed in their Sunday best are just super cute. This Sunday School class picture was taken about 1921. These children attended the Bloomingport Friends Church in Randolph County, Indiana. You… Continue reading Bloomingport Friends Sunday School circa 1921 [Genealogy Photo]