Four years ago, on August 11th, 2006, Maidens of Worth was launched. In fact, our 4th blogaversary would be here soon. However, after thinking and praying about the purpose of this blog at this time ...
As one who likes to plan ahead, it’s always hard when I can’t know the future. If I could look down the road a few years and see what my current experiences are preparing me for, it seems like life w...
Below is a version of the Twenty-Third Psalm from Japan, quoted in Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World by Joanna Weaver. Its definitely a reminder that I need sometimes!The Lord is My Pace SetterTh...
Sorry this post is late! July came too quickly and we entirely forgot about Junes book post until a few days into July. Then, the birthday surprise, musical auditions and rehearsals began, and the da...
Last weekend was a wonderful celebration with my family! Thank you again, Elijah, for the wonderful surprise!Sunday we were out all day - church in the morning, lunch afterward, home church fellowshi...
Last night I was utterly and entirely surprised by a young man bearing a bouquet of pink and white daisies. That amazing young man was my brother Elijah, who, totally unknown to me (though my family ...
Midnight is my walking companion. Almost without fail, hes there waiting for me the minute I step out the door. He grins (well, as much as a dog can grin) and wags his tail, "Walk with me?" M...
Summer days seem to fly by. Theres quite a bit to do, but time to relax as well...Like playing games over lunch with Jubilee; Carcassonne and Ticket to Ride are our favorites right now.Or calling up ...
Ben at In All Purity has written a great post on purity that I encourage you to all read. Its called Would You Marry a Sinner?When were committed to living a life of purity, often people have questio...
Its the little things in life that bring joy. Tonight, Im thankful for...*Morning walks along our winding dirt road.*A well-written story.*Shade in our valley.*Ballet students who want to learn.*Litt...
Julie from Maine recently sent me an email asking for advice. She was also interested to see if any of you had advice or encouragement to give her. Shes had a hard time finding true Christian fellows...
Tuesday, June 8th:We woke up at 5:30 this morning to quickly get ready to head to the airport. After our sad goodbyes, we were dropped off. Jen flew out at 7:30 and we finally boarded at 10:15 am. Th...
Monday, June 7th:On the steps of the Idaho state CapitolWe enjoyed looking around inside the capitol; we all found the marble pillars breathtaking!We brought lunch to the Julia Davis Park, ate it sur...
Sunday, June 6th:The breathtaking sunset from Table RockAfter church in the morning, going out to eat, and more scrapbooking, we took a short hike around nine oclock. We love the fact that its still ...
Saturday, June 5th:We decided which pictures to print on Friday night, uploaded them to Walmarts 1-hour photo, and picked them up Saturday morning. We spent most of the afternoon scrapbooking; Ella g...
Friday, June 4th:We had a fun day going to the mall and trying on dresses - some we liked and would consider wearing (were in not for the price tag!) and others ones we would never be caught dead in!...
Thursday, June 3rd:We wore the matching skirts Anna had made for a dance production. A kind lady took this picture for us. Otherwise, were getting pretty good at timed pictures. =)Flowers and fun pos...
After sharing nachos for lunch, watching a movie, and getting shakes from Sonic (buy 1 get 1 free!), we went for a walk in a park downtown Boise.It was so beautiful!We had fun trying to get timed pic...
Monday, May 31st:Watching BBCs newest "Emma"Honoring Memorial Day by wearing the Red, White, and BlueSisters of the Heart - together at last!
Annas BooksCompleted This Month:Four Plays by Bernard Shaw – This volume contained four plays, written in the early 1900s: “Candida,” about a clergyman in England and his lovely wife, “Caesar and Cle...
Thursday, May 27th:There is a reason that this is called Big Sky country. Its absolutely gorgeous!The first night with our friend in Idaho where well be spending the next ten days.We look forward to ...
Wednesday, May 26th:The drive to the Tetons were longer than we thought it would be - we were guessing an hour, but between delays for roadwork and a bison herd crossing the road, plus a big miscalcu...
Tuesday, May 25th:We enjoyed viewing various parts of Mammoth Springs. It was so pretty!A lot of the fun is enjoying the sights with family and friends!As we drove on through Yellowstone, there were ...
Monday, May 24th:After only 2 hours of driving, we arrived in Yellowstone National Park. It was cold, but the frozen lake made up for it; stunning.We were all hungry and enjoyed the warm food served ...
Sunday, May 23rd:A lovely spot to sit after a few hours in the car!We visited Devils Tower after lunch; the huge rock was magnificent, showing Gods majesty.There were some rock climbers in various pl...
Saturday, May 22nd:We stopped at the "world famous" corn palace in Mitchell, South Dakota. It was really neat (a whole building covered with corn cobs in different designs), but we couldnt re...
Friday, May 21st:Crocheting in the car; Miriams doing edging on a pillowcase and teaching Anna to make a simple scarf.Enjoying fresh air at a rest area. Its nice after a few hours in the car! The dri...
Thursday, May 20th:Stopping for lunch in Cameron, MissouriThere were 3 cars on the initial leg of our journey, and we rode with Elijah in his. It was only a 6-hour drive to our destination this time,...
Wednesday, May 19th:We spent time with Annas grandparents, enjoying lunch with them and sharing movies of recent dance and theatre productions. Anna hadnt seen them in 3 years, so it was wonderful to...
Tuesday, May 18th:All loaded up and ready to go. We aimed to leave at seven,but got on the road at eight.Trying out our places in the car.Our road stretching out before us...what a beautiful day!Our ...
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