The Rural Companion

As winter settles in, we fill our days with slow and simple activities like puzzles and reading, sewing and playing games. We also take extra time to create delicious hearty meals that warm our insides and fill our house with tantalizing smells. Without a doubt, the most frequently made "meal" in our home is actually… Continue reading Hot Cocoa For a Chilly Day: Three Different Ways

Earlier this summer, I listened to a podcast from John MacArthur in which he details his plan for Bible study. He recommends that not only should you have a specific time of daily Bible reading, but also that you really dig into the passages you are reading. In addition, he mentions one other key concept… Continue reading Bible Reading Plan for the New Year WITH Printable

I've always been prone to worry. But, I never thought much of it until the worrying started to consume my days or influence my plans. For example, last fall when I started turning down events because I was afraid of driving after dark because it "may be icier after the sun sets," I began to… Continue reading A Journey: Healing Starts NOW!

In an effort of being completely honest, I will admit... that I drink a lot of coffee. As in, a LOT! of coffee each day. Now, there is no need to point fingers, add labels, or disclose the exact amount of liquid energy that I consume on a daily basis, lest you think I am… Continue reading Two of a Kind: A Fall Flavored Syrup and A Latte Recipe

Did you happen to catch my video a few weeks back that was all about water kefir? Well, if you missed it, let me summarize.... What is Water Kefir?Water kefir is a fermented drink that is full of gut-friendly probiotics. It is a sweet and bubbly drink that takes on the flavor of whatever fruit,… Continue reading Water Kefir: A COMPLETE guide on getting Started!

Our Pastor often says, "If it is repeated in the Bible, you better pay attention!" So many phrases and passages mirror one another. Do a quick search on, "Love one another." Or look up, "Do not be afraid." Each of these can be found so many times throughout Scripture. And, rightly so. Don't we need… Continue reading STUDY! STUDY! STUDY!

Call me crazy, or maybe just busy. But somehow, it's already been five weeks since our Farm Cat Momma, Susan, has had her most recent batch of kittens. My handy hubby had worked furiously one weekend to build a new home for the cats, far away from the front door of our house. And, magically… Continue reading One New Start and One Sad End

For the past 6 years, our family has been on quite the adventure: Home educating! Technically, the learning began earlier than this, if you count the years spent teaching the children to walk, talk, use the toilet, write their name, etc.. During the early years, we used a variety of play-style techniques for learning. We… Continue reading Back to Homeschool: Book Haul