Disappointed but...

It's in God's hands now.

A new pres won't make the economy better....only time will.

America was spoiled. Bigger house, bigger car or cars, the "I deserve it" mentality....so when the bottom falls out after YEARS of being spoiled and getting what they want, everyone is crying now. People are losing homes due to greed....theirs AND the banks. GREED! folks! This is what helped to put our economy where it is today. When it goes unchecked, this is what happens. And everyone was surprised. DUH!

Glad I don't have anything. Makes me one VERY happy camper. Money poor, but rich in Christ ,family and joy!

Calling all messys! (like me)

I just got an email from my friend, Cindy Rushton. She has just introduced a super new set for those who want (or need) real help getting organized for the new school year. She is "pumped" about having it all online right in time to help you get ready for your new school year.

This set is amazing! It includes two bonuses that are normally cost more than the price of the set:

1. Organization 911 Seminar Set (over 24 audio sessions!)
2. Let's Get Organized Seminar Set (Cindy's newest audio set!)

Actually, Cindy told me that she is so excited that she decided to share a sneak peek into some of the goodies included in this set.

Anyway, that brings me to the reason that I am sharing with you...

Cindy just sent me permission to give you a sampler of one of her free gifts that is included on the Download Page. I am so excited to give it to you! It is an audio that she actually sells on her website, but she is giving away as a bonus gift with this set.

HELP is here! REALLY! Join one messy mom as she shares 12 practical and easy ideas that are guaranteed to help any other mom get organized and ready for the best year yet! Need help with planning your new year? Want help setting up a schedule that works but doesn't bring more stress than help? Need a step-by-step how-to for getting that jungle of a home clean and orderly? Want help with EASY meal plans for YOUR family? Need a plan for getting your little ones busy with cleaning—not messing up more? This is one workshop that is sure to help you get it all together IMMEDIATELY—even if you think you are an emergency case!

Download by Mp3
http://tinyurl.com/z55ft


Isn't that FUN?

You know the saying that a picture captures a thousand words,well...what about a a gift like this??? And, just think...this is only a sampling of Cindy's teaching. You get tons more with this set. Take my word for it, you will WANT this set and access to all of the wonderful resources. Grab your set here today:

Organization 911

Enjoy!!

My baby is growing up...

So my oldest (who is 8) wants to have a ministry....so we created her a blog. Her first post is amazing!

Check it out....

www.wordgardenbynetta.blogspot.com

Leave her a note, it would mean a great deal to her.

Fabric stash must go......

ATTENTION< ALL SEWING ENTHUSIASTS!!!!!!

I need to drastically reduce my stash. My addiction has taken over a whole double closet and I need to pare down. All pictures and prices are here:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/12791397@N05/sets/

Email me directly for questions. kjbriski@hotmail.com

Actual shipping applies.

Good time to get great deals on some quality fabric!

This is the day that the Lord has made!

We will REJOICE and be GLAD in it!

It is amazing at how I can see all the many blessings that the Lord showers on us daily. While the world is in turmoil, finances crumbling, jobs disappearing etc, I feel a peace that passes all understanding. During our trials this year, (and He knows all of them!) God has taught us patience and to rely FULLY on Him. As long as I follow Him and what He wants me to learn, I can't go wrong. He is true to His Word and will NEVER leave! He cannot bless us if we don't let Him.

2 must reads about the 700B bail out....

Originally posted Tuesday September 30, 2008

Two very good, interesting AND humerous looks at this whole economic mess the country is involved in......

Every Man's Guide to the current financial Crisis http://tonywoodlief.com/?p=1061

and A great Idea http://joyfulmomma.blogspot.com/2008/09/great-idea.html

Enjoy and let me know YOUR thoughts!

originally posted on Tuesday September 30, 2008

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Healthy Eating

Originally posted Monday September 29, 2008

I have always been interested in better nutrition, and ways to not only feed my family healthier, but what supplements were needed to achieve a healthy body. I have started including LOTS more raw foods in our diet (as cooking destroys vitamins and minerals) and limiting meats such as beef and chicken. We have stopped eating pork altogether. There are a couple of awesome raw food uncook books on the Above Rubies website (link at right) and most of the recipes we have tried are wonderful. Desserts too! We have started exercising regularly, and I have already lost 7 lbs! Hubby is a diabetic and he has achieved great things with supplements and a better (ie: healthier) diet! I'll touch on these in another post, as I think having options and taking charge of your health is important.



posted by Joyful Mama at 9:25 PM 0 Comments

Welcome to our Little corner of the world....

Originally published September 29, 2008

Thanks for stopping by! Here is where our thoughts and ramblings on our family, homemaking and health will come together. Hopefully, you'll find something useful or interesting. Stop by often, ideas and tidbits come at anytime during the day or night!

originally posted September 29, 2008

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Quick pic of my princesses

I need fabrics anonymous!

ANd I am training the girls young to spot some of the very best fabrics! LOL

This and That

Thought I would get photo's os some of the stuff I have done. Jessica's hat and scarf (that I need to finish and get off the loom) a new pink hat for Jessica (still a work in progress), another baby blanket (cause I think that it looks so beautiful, again a work in progress.) Going to start a shrug for me for spring (because it will most likely take me that long) and that wool hat for me.
My 8 year old hijacked my black and white hat and I gotta say it looks pretty darn cute on her. So she gets to keep it. I'll make myself another one.

Plushy House Socks almost done!

I just have to stitch up the toe and BAM it's done. Will finish a second one this weekend. It actually looks like a sock! Heel and all!! And yes, this was done on the Knifty Knitter blue circular loom! The top photo I actually have on with needles still in toe waiting for the Kitchner stitch and the secondphoto it is inside out with needles still on. It was easy to follow and easy to complete. Even for me. I did it while nursing Jessie and watching Barney. :0) This pattern is by Isela Phelps and you can get it here.

Plushy House socks about done!

And they fit! And look like SOCKS with a heel and everything! WooHooo!

Ahem...sorry.

I will be starting another pair for darling hubby this weekend. He was really impressed (and yarn arts don't do anything for him) And my 3 little darlings want some too. And maybe my mom will get a pair (hi mom!) and bro and, and, and oooh GIFTS!

I must take some time out this weekend to cut patterns and fabric. I NEED some stuff to wear and I'll get arrested if I go out only in my Plushy House socks.

A whole new world!

Egads! There is a whole wonderful world out there of loom knitters! And they are so sweet and helpful. Not to mention VERY talented. Did I say very talented?! Extremly talented! I much prefer loom knitting to needle knitting. Easier to master and not awkward to hold, (at least for me) I can crochet like the dickens but knitting seemed to elude me. NOT ANYMORE!!! I am loom knitting SLIPPER SOCKS! More on this tomorrow. Pooped! Gotta hit the sack.

Let's try again!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

I will try and be a better blogger this year! I am truely pathetic when it comes to keeping things updated.

Well I have completed a few things...a knit hat and scarf for Jessica. And a hat for me to match my new coat. The stuff for Jessica was done with Red Heart Baby clouds in pale yellow. My yarn was a bit racier. LOL I used a black boucle from Lion and a white sport weight Baby Coordiantes from Bernat together. I knit all on a loom. I have also started fingerless gloves with the boucle and baby and will also make a scarf. Both will be loom knit. I also did a baby newborn hat but it was a gift so I didn't get a picture. I am currently working on a matching blanket, using yellow and white (together) Baby Cordinates from Bernat. I should have this done this weekend. Off to finish clutter clearing and the pattern tracing and cutting out some knit tops for me. Ta ta!