Category Archives: Articles

The Coconut Dream

Posted on August 8, 2010 by Dani

It came true last week. Just before the trial of sickness began in earnest. And no, this is not about our new dog. Believe me, this smells much better! I had been dreaming of going to Global Foods ever since … Continue reading →

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Xylitol – Is it Really the Miracle Sweetener?

Posted on March 14, 2009 by Dani

When I faltered in my attempt to avoid sugar in my diet, I considered using xylitol instead, whose myriad of health benefits range from fighting tooth decay and reducing ear infections to losing weight and overcoming depression.  As I searched … Continue reading →

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Do Not Give Up Meeting Together

Posted on December 7, 2007 by Dani

I had an epiphany recently. As we were sitting together on Sunday night, with our new church small group. We shared a meal together. We praised the Lord in song. We partook of the Word, and of the Lord’s supper. … Continue reading →

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A Mark of Maturity

Posted on November 9, 2007 by Dani

I vividly remember an encounter I had as a young woman in the Lord. An older woman in our church was giving me a piece of wisdom that I did not appreciate. It had something to do with the security … Continue reading →

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When Perfection Comes, the Imperfect Disappears

Posted on November 1, 2007 by Dani

My heart was stolen by Mr. Self-Help. He was strong, and it seemed he could fix anything. Surely, my heart reasoned, this was the One for me. And my heart loved him, for a time. We read lots of books … Continue reading →

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Hand in the Hornet’s Nest

Posted on September 12, 2007 by Dani

I found this analogy from the Borg Blog to be extremely humorous, yet an accurate reflection of history and present positions: How Recent and Would-Be American Presidents Would Deal With A Hornet’s Nest Jimmy Carter – Pretend it’s not there, … Continue reading →

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A Typical Homeschool Day at our House…

Posted on August 20, 2007 by Dani

I’m really glad Candy suggested this, because it is soooo good for me to look at how we have been spending our days, and it is certainly time to take stock and make sure we are redeeming our time. We … Continue reading →

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Our Nation’s Tax on the Poor

Posted on July 9, 2007 by Dani

My husband calls it “The Great Enabler”, and prays everyday for it’s destruction. Let’s face it folks, our country is broke, and we literally cannot afford to wage war all over the planet, when our borders at home remain unprotected. … Continue reading →

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Banana-Kefir Smoothie

Posted on June 19, 2007 by Dani

My son David is particularly fond of this recipe; in fact he helped to develop it himself. I am absolutely thrilled that he loves it, for he tends to be one of my more picky eaters, and I feel good … Continue reading →

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Centering

Posted on June 13, 2007 by Dani

I was so confused. There were many things that needed doing and fuzz-brain was having difficulty getting her butt in gear. My dear husband helped me. He said “Danielle, I want you to figure out what the most important thing … Continue reading →

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