Because I hate repeating myself, head over to The Siren's Call to read about our local aftermath and see pictures. We're doing fine! Thanks for all the prayers.
Month: August 2012
Percy Quin Dam [with updates]
[Saturday Update: The dam level has been lowered 2 1/2 feet, and there are other operations taking place. It is beginning to look like disaster may have been averted but we're not in the clear yet. Thank you for your prayers.] [UPDATE: It appears that they are doing a controlled release. I had not previously … Continue reading Percy Quin Dam [with updates]
Storm Videos
I took some video shots of the storm a little while ago. Feel free to go have a look!
Today’s goings on
Today has been a strange day. Mostly waiting because most things have been done. I'm working on finishing the laundry so we'll have clean clothes to last us for a while if need be. Everyone is getting in the tub this afternoon too. I've made sure the children have played outside as much as possible … Continue reading Today’s goings on
Memory Eternal!
Today is the first anniversary of the repose of our beloved Archbishop Dmitri. May his memory be eternal!
Not all activities are equally appropriate
"A brother asked Abba Nisthero the Great: 'What good work should I do, that I may attain thereby to eternal life?' The Elder answered: 'Not all activities are equally appropriate for everyone. For Scripture tells us that Abraham was hospitable, and God was with him; that Elias loved stillness, and God was with him; and that David was … Continue reading Not all activities are equally appropriate
TS Isaac
True to my word I won't be posting here about weather-related items. I am following closely the progress of TS Isaac on The Siren's Call and anyone who is either a weather-nut or who is interested in my well-being can feel free to keep up with events there. I have a post going right now … Continue reading TS Isaac
Questions Answered
This is where I'm going to answer questions about the giveaway items so I don't mess up the comment numbering by commenting myself. 1. (From Monica) "I do like those kitchen items, especially the oven mitt - I've been looking at patterns to make them but wasn't sure they'd really work to protect. Is it … Continue reading Questions Answered
Double Giveaway!
First I thought I'd giveaway a set of my dishcloths/cleaning cloths/hot pads. Then I thought, why not offer a choice between two sets? THEN Father said, "why not give a first and second prize, the first prize gets to choose which one he/she wants?" What a great idea. SO, we are doing a DOUBLE GIVEAWAY. … Continue reading Double Giveaway!
Free Pattern for Ribbed, Crocheted Dishcloth
This pattern makes a wonderfully cushy, ribbed dishcloth. It would also make a nice washcloth, in my opinion. I recommend using 100% cotton yarn because it actually gets wet and is very washable. It will stretch out a bit when it's wet but once it's washed and dried it goes right back to the original … Continue reading Free Pattern for Ribbed, Crocheted Dishcloth
Praying With My Feet 