Girl's Civil War Dress

I thought I'd share a few pictures of a Civil War dress I sewed for a little friend last year. :o)

(Make that two years ago! My, how time does fly!)

The Schoolmarm

Her name was invariably Grace, Charity, or Prudence; and if names had been always a descriptive of the personal qualities of those who bore them, she would have been enlightened to all three... She was somewhat angular and rather bony. Her eyes were usually blue, and, to speak with accuracy, a little cold and grayish in their expression- like the sky on a bleak morning in Autumn... In manners and bearing, she was brisk, prim, and sometimes a little "fidgety", as if she was conscious of sitting on a dusty chair... She was careful of three things- her clothes, her money, and her reputation... The man who courted her must do so in the most sober, staid, and regulated spirit.

-J.L. McConnel

Western Characters, 1853

Sissy's Spring Dress /*

Happy Spring!

What Type of Homeschooler?

What Type of Homeschooler Are You?

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New baby

This is Pistol.

Babies!!!

Mama Ginger with Sweet Betsy and Ike. Sweet Betsy from Pike, she crossed the wide prairie whith her brother Ike.

Finished!

Doe's Secret Code

Doe's Secret Code of Honor

The doe's secret code of honor is as old as goats themselves and is ultimately the species best kept secret. No doe shall ever kid before its time. (Its time being determined by the following factors):

1- No kid shall be born until total chaos has been reached by all involved. Your owner's house must be a wreck, their family hungry and desperate for clean clothes, and their social life nonexistent.

2- "Midwives" must reach the babbling fool status before you kid out. Bloodshot eyes, tangled hair and the inability to form a sentence means the time is getting close.

3- For every bell, beeper, camera or whistle they attach to you, kidding must be delayed by at least one day for each item. If they use an audio monitor, one good yell per hour will keep things interesting.

4- If you hear the words, "She's nowhere near ready. She'll be fine while we're away for the weekend," Wait until they load the car, then begin pushing!

5- Owner stress must be at an all time high! If you are in the care of someone else, ten to fifteen phone calls a day is a sign you're getting close.

6- When you hear the words "I can't take it anymore!" wait at least three more days.

7 -You must keep this waiting game interesting. False alarms are mandatory! Little teasers such as looking at your stomach, pushing your food around in the bucket and then walking away from it, and nesting, are always good for a rise. Be creative and find new things to do to keep the adrenaline pumping in those who wait.

8- The honor of all goats is now in your hands. Use this time to avenge all of your barn mates. Think about your friend who had to wear that silly costume in front of those people. Hang onto that baby for another day. OH, they made him do tricks too! Three more days seems fair. Late feedings, the dreaded diet, bad haircuts, those awful wormings can also be avenged at this time.

9- If you have fulfilled all of the above and are still not sure when to have the kids, listen to the weather forecast on the radio that has been so generously provided by those who wait. Severe storm warning is what you're waiting for. In the heart of the storm jump into action!The power could go out and you could have the last laugh. You have a good chance of those who wait missing the whole thing while searching for a flashlight that works!

10- Make the most of your interrupted nights. Beg for food each timesomeone comes into the barn to check you. Your barn mates will loveyou as the extra goodies fall their way too.

Remember, this code of honor was designed to remind man of how truly special goats are. Do your best to reward those who wait with a beautiful doeling to carry on the Doe Code of Honor for the next generation of those who wait!

My Valentines

Look what I got from some very handsome young gentleman...



And from another...

My sweet brothers surprised and blessed me this Valentine's Day! They were so sweet to buy me these. (No, they didn't forget the dark chocolate! I just ate it all before I took these pictures! :o)

A Bride Goes West

A Bride Goes West

by Nannie T. Alderson

and Helena H. Smith An auto biography of a cowboy's wife in 1882, when Montana was just being settled.

She was born in Virginia in 1860, Nannie's father was said to be the first Confederate officer to die in the War Between the States.

Nannie married Walt Alderson, a young cowboy from Kansas. When he was 13 he ran away from home and went to Texas. Being good with horses he naturally drifted into becoming a cowboy.

After they were married they moved to Montana to start a cattle ranch. Nannie, being raised without having to do much housework, had to learn quite a bit. All she learned about cooking was from the helpful cowboys, whom were hired on their ranch.

I think this statement from the end of the book really sums it all up,

"...my friends tell me I led a hard life. Perhaps-but I don't think an easy one is ever half so full."

Landmarks of the Faith Tour-SCOTLAND

Destination: Scotland - with host Richard "Little Bear" Wheeler

Tour dates: August 31 thru September 10, 2006

"This is not going to be your average "run-of-the-mill" tour."

Take in wonderful ancient historic sites -- the castles of Edinburgh, Stirling, and Stonehaven; the battlefields of Bannochburn, Stirling Bridge, and Culloden, as well as the breathtaking mystique of the Highlands, the islands, and the lochs of Scotland -- Inverness, the Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, and Loch Lomond. And we've only just begun.

www.landmarksofthefaith.com

This trip sounds like so much fun, I wish I could go. The next best thing is to see pictures and read about it though. I'm learning to play the Scottish Highland Bagpipes, so that should add to the authenticy of my imaginary-Scot's-land.

I thought I'd let you share in the excitment of dreaming.

~Miss C. Up in the misty highlands down by the purple islands~

So Much More

I received this book for Christmas and am reading it right now. This book is exceptionally good. Especially the chapter on college. It sums up all of the reasons I have chosen not to go to college.

~Miss C.

This book is not another Christian-teenage-girl “survival guide.” So Much More shows how Christian girls can wage war with the world and win. The Botkin sisters focus on how young women can rise above their God-hating culture and change it for the better.

Today, countless young ladies face difficult problems and challenging questions. While many long for godly purpose in their lives, their bewilderment mounts when they observe broken homes, distant fathers, overwhelmed mothers, degrading college courses, and a lack of spiritual guidance — both at home and at church. As hope for security and stability fades, it is no wonder that many young ladies feel orphaned, unprotected, and without hope for their futures.

Within the pages of this book, discover practical, biblical solutions for the young woman who wants to do so much more than just “survive” in a savagely feministic, anti-Christian culture. Find the answers a girl is not likely to get from her church, her peers, or her culture.

http://www.visionarydaughters.com/

Dress from last summer.

I thought I'd post this picture of a dress I made last summer. I've been wearing it this winter with an exrta blouse under it. (Which is the white in the picture.) It's quite comfortable. :o)

Lee-Jackson Day

Link to post: Lee-Jackson Day (by The Serven Clan)

The Reality

You've got to read this article: THE REALITY

Baby Nursery Pictures!

A little while ago, my sister and I sewed baby room fixings (bumper pads, dust ruffle, and throw pillows) for my Uncle and Aunt's baby girl, Sadie Rose, whom is due Dec. 30! I wanted to share pictures of her CUTE room.

Rockin' around the Christmas Tree~

To the Wright Family Band's newest CD, "I Feel Like Travelin' On"...

We also made candles yesterday. You can see pictures on my sister's blog.

*First Snow*

We thought it was very appropriate to have the first snow on December 1st! :o) It doesn't look like it will be staying the night though. It's starting to rain... The Lord blessed us with a special winter gift.

Our friends' silly cat, hanging out on top of their snow man!

Kody's Poor Paw!

Our dear, ole' (he's not really OLD, so I can't say that), faithful, sweet, chivalrous (are you allowed to use that word for a dog?? If so, he deserves it.) , brave, Kodiak. (his middle name is Bear... :o) ) He has gone and sliced his paw. So, Dr. Kami and Dr. Keslie D.V.M., fixed him up last night and wrapped it with a cute, pink rag.

Latest Creation

Here is my latest creation in the process of being made. (It's pinned together for the most part in the picture.) I'll have to post a better picture when it's finished!

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