tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70939877398805896482024-03-13T22:42:21.081-04:00The Beehive BuzzThe Beehive BuzzLisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.comBlogger866125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-46803729739086980002018-02-14T10:34:00.000-05:002018-02-14T10:34:03.807-05:00Gag Me With a Red Heart<br />
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Most people who know me understand that I don't really care for Valentine's Day. It is really my husband's fault. Everyday he finds a way to show me that he loves me. He is kind, sweet, and puts up with my temper, argumentative spirit, and frustrations like a gentlemen. He opens the door for me, kisses me, and tells me he loves me multiple times every day.<br />
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Not only that, but my man knows how to fill in when I am so busy I don't have time to blink. He cooks, cleans, cracks the whip with the kids. He doesn't "watch the kids". He isn't a babysitter. He is a parent, and he knows how to do that very well. I never have to worry if I am gone overnight, or away for the day. He knows how to be a parent to his own kids. <br />
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So, in the light of honest, sincere love, displayed on an everyday basis, the Hallmark holiday of Valentine's Day leaves me mostly disgusted, though I admit that eating chocolate for any reason is a good thing. If you are going to buy me flowers, send me a card, give me jewelry, then do it on your own volition, not under pressure of an overrated, overpriced, over-hyped holiday created for purely mercantile purposes. <br />
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So, Happy Valentine's Day to all the true lover's out there who think February 14th is just for amateurs in the realm of what it means to really love someone.<br />
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In honor of that sentiment, I have a new article out on Medium, called <a href="https://medium.com/coffee-house-writers/make-like-a-chocolate-and-bite-me-cb213b9baf7c">Make Like A Chocolate And Bite Me</a>. <br />
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I hope you enjoy the humor side of all of this, and have a lovely day.<br />
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~LisaLisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-83737055588336938762018-02-04T12:48:00.000-05:002018-02-04T12:48:41.804-05:00Where Did January Go?Time does fly when you are busy! I cannot believe I have totally missed the month of January on here. I was hoping to post once a week back in the fall, then realized I was more likely to post once a month with a "catch up" post. Apparently I am failing at that too!<br />
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Our Christmas break was great. I really needed a breather from all the hustle and bustle. The kid were on break, I was on break, all was going well until the second half when the tummy bug hit the house and people started spending a lot of time in the bathroom or with buckets. We made it through, and even though it came back and made a second visit for many of us, Liz and I were the only ones who avoided it. At least that is what I thought. A week after the last victim recovered, I got it. It was short-lived, thankfully, just SO annoying. Liz never did get it. She mostly hid upstairs in a corner or at work.<br />
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January 8th we all started back with most of our regular routine. It kicked off art and piano lessons, dual enrollment classes and and a new term for me. My LAST term, I might add. I have four weeks of undergrad study left, and then I'm done! <br />
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Until April 30th when I start with the MFA program. That's right peeps, proving myself a glutton for punishment, I'm jumping right into a master's program for Creative Writing and English. I've looked over the program, and there is a TON of writing, and a TON of reading. <br />
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Esther was certified as a CNA and began work at our local hospital on the long term care floor. The girl works the graveyard shift. Better her than me.</div>
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Jerusha had her 13th birthday, and as per family tradition got two more holes in her head. Her best friend also had hers done at the same time. We had a fun girls' day out with going to the mall, eating at Friendly's, and going to the movies. We saw the new Jumanji film. Eh... it was okay. The original with Robin Williams was much better. </div>
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Because I have NOTHING to do, I've been participating with a QAL (Quilt Along for you non-quilters) and using up some of my stash. The blocks will be all set on point in the final project, so that is how I am photographing them. The QAL is from Pat Sloan's sight, called <a href="http://blog.patsloan.com/2018/02/block-2-of-my-free-lets-go-camping-sew-along.html?utm_source=MadMimi&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Block+%232+of+my+FREE+Let%27s+Go+Camping+Sew+Along%21&utm_campaign=20180131_m143844986_Pat+Sloan+Article+UPDATED&utm_term=Block+_232+of+my+FREE+Let_27s+Go+Camping+Sew+Along_21">"Let's Go Camping!</a>" You can follow the link for the QAL if you want to join it. The link will lead you to the Block #2, but all the previous links for supplies, general directions and tips, and Block #1 are all available for download. Never too late! </div>
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January: Sunset Over the Lake</div>
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February: Burnt Marshmellows</div>
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I admit I am playing with Pat Sloan's titles because my color palette is very different from hers. The patterns are fun, and easy to follow. The January block took much longer than the February, which was super easy and quick. You can also post pics of the blocks on her site to enter for a monthly freebie. Nothing to lose on this QAL! </div>
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We have been having some cold, some snow... you know, winter weather here in Pennsylvania. And I'm loving it every minute. </div>
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Blessings,</div>
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<br />Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-55458186676271721742017-12-26T17:15:00.000-05:002017-12-26T19:50:27.141-05:00Christmas Break and Quilting FunYes, yes... a post! I've heard of ghost writers, but being totally invisible on my own blog is taking it a step too far, don't you think?<br />
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Just to prove that I have been diligently working away, to sum up the last few months I have been able to continue with my BA in Creative Writing degree. I am almost finished with the program, and will be graduating next spring. Then... well, let's just say I'm working out the logistics of going on my Master's degree.<br />
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November, as most writers know, is National Novel Writing Month. Yes I participated, though this year it was much more difficult. The kids and I were involved with "The Wizard of Oz" play at a local High School. Josiah and Caleb were Ozian soldiers, and Isaac and Jerusha were munchkins, though Jerusha was kind of tall for that role. She also played one of the Oz ladies. I worked backstage which I discovered I loved.<br />
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Another challenge during November was dealing with a ROTTEN, nasty, snotty cold. It knocked me for a loop for at least three weeks. I still have a lingering tickle-cough thing going on. For the record, Dale got the same cold, and it last three whole days. Poor baby, eh?</div>
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So, for some reason I totally had a brain cramp and forgot to get pictures of the bottom quilt in the last photo. It was a sunflower theme with lots of custom quilting. Thankfully, the recipient was a family member, so I will see if they can send a couple of pics back. </div>
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<br />Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-33237340984490301552017-08-10T14:46:00.000-04:002017-08-10T14:46:20.288-04:00Potter County Fair FunAs promised, here is the final update on how things went at the Fair. Warning: Pic Heavy Post!<br />
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Caleb's Quilt (Lucky was kind enough to let him "borrow" it for the Fair) received a third place for machine pieced and machine quilted! </div>
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My lap quilt got second place for its category. :)</div>
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Josiah's angler fish got first for its category! This pic is very striking in real life. The pic doesn't really do it justice. </div>
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Isaac's Lego sculpture didn't place, but it was still fun to enter it. </div>
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Caleb's colored pencil received 1st place for its category! (hey, Grandma and Grandpa... recognize that place?) Sorry about the wicked glare from the flash of my camera. </div>
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We went one day to "play" around for the afternoon, and eat a bunch of yummy Fair food. </div>
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Oh, I forgot, my succulent cake got second place in its category. </div>
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By the way, if the pictures above are a little "Isaac" heavy you can blame the other children. They all fled into different directions and wouldn't let me get a picture of them for anything. So if you ever hear them whining "Isaac always had his picture taken..." tell them to get over it, it's their own fault, and don't give me that crap about the youngest always getting everything. Just sayin'. <br />
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The Fair was lots of fun, and I think the kids and I were quite inspired to do more for next year. The number of entries was definitely down this year. The more participation in these things, the more fun.<br />
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Have a blessed day!<br />
LisaLisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-32660653123530918112017-08-01T15:03:00.001-04:002017-08-01T15:03:59.804-04:00Miscellaneous Summer Fun!I know... it's been a couple weeks since my last post. I get everyone all revved up for more frequent entries and then I disappear. Not fair, right?<br />
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We have had a ton of company over the last couple weeks, and have done VBS, and I have been running with my tongue hanging out trying to keep up with my schoolwork inbetween it all. Also, we have been finishing up projects for the fair.<br />
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Monday was spent in a frenzy of last minute stuff getting ready. Since the cake I did won't be coming back to the house I made sure I got a pic. This is called a succulent cake. The "flowers" are supposed to be different flowering cacti, which is why it is called a "succulent". We'll find out tonight how it "faired". Pun intended. (Insert collective groan here).<br />
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This summer has been "cool" compared to some. I was walking through the living room the other day and these two were wrapped up like it was subzero out. </div>
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Of course, the upside is that some hot tea has been enjoyed. One afternoon I made a Trim Healthy Mama caramel coffee drink. Yummy! I enjoyed it while reading some Brit Lit.</div>
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Caleb made a quilt to enter into the Fair. Here he is pinning on a border. Tubby claimed the quilt and looked annoyed when she had to move.</div>
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Quilting on Mama's spendy machine! He did a great job.</div>
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Another sprocket for my "Sprocket Science" quilt. It is all English Paper Pieced. I enjoy working on it in the evening or at the lake. A great take-along project!</div>
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This is a quiche made from the THM cookbook. It was a hit with all the family. Will definitely make that again soon, especially with the bounty of eggs we are blessed with.</div>
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Summer fruit salad... yummy!</div>
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Isaac had fun with these generic "Jenga" blocks. Forget the game... time to design something. Hmmm... wonder if he'll be an architect or an engineer?</div>
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Isaac has learned the fine art of multitasking. He is drawing a picture for the fair, listening to The Piano Guys, and twirling his Fidget Spinner. </div>
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So, that is it for now. We have plans to go to the Fair and check out how our projects did and have some fun. I hope everyone takes time to stop and enjoy something today, whether it is a sunset, the birds, a gentle breeze, yummy food.. or best of all: Family. </div>
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LisaLisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-33088050714468563672017-07-17T09:52:00.001-04:002017-07-17T09:52:14.848-04:00Rubber Ducks, Sunglasses, and Bears... OH MY!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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LisaLisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-75641388701722959522017-07-12T11:20:00.000-04:002017-07-12T11:20:31.061-04:00Fair ProjectsWith only a couple of weeks left until our county fair, the kids have kicked their creativity into high gear. I love it when that momentary panic when the realization a deadline is quickly approaching creates a sudden spurt in craft making. Not to mention the ultimatum: "You can either do this and such chore, or work on fair projects" helps. <br />
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Jerusha is also doing some art, and baking. I will be doing a succulent cake (I hope!) in an effort to practice my butter cream decorating skills. The nice thing about the baking is that they are judged and then auctioned off and the proceeds go right to the Fair to help with expenses. More updates to follow!</div>
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Also, keep tuned as Isaac and I are working on the next chapter of "How to Train Your Pet Rocks".</div>
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I love being a wife and stay at home mom. But sometimes the ignorance of others can tempt me to think that what I do is not enough. My article below gives an example of some of the eye-rolling moments that I have encountered.<br />
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LisaLisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-58654812795398480612017-07-10T13:59:00.000-04:002017-07-10T13:59:01.935-04:00Cake, Campfire fun, and Kickin' BackDon't you just love it when you week totally runs off with your schedule, calling over its shoulder, "Ha, ha! Catch me if you can!".<div>
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Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-90636160650754993682017-06-29T20:11:00.000-04:002017-06-29T20:11:13.144-04:00Block Party!Since it has been a slow week for school work for me, I have taken the opportunity to finally finish out the last three blocks for a sampler I started back in... Ummm... possibly when Noah came over on the Ark. It's been a long time in the making! We've moved twice, and I had several graduation quilts to make in the meantime and other projects that were time sensitive to complete. That's my story, and I'm sticking with it! Anyway, here are the last 3 blocks;<br />
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Wonky Log Cabin<br />
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<br />Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-11473887888696241182017-06-28T10:52:00.002-04:002017-06-28T10:58:40.623-04:00Let Them Eat Cake! And Horsing Around...For the past few years, I have been making cakes to donate to God's Adventure Camp. Our family has been involved with the camp for a while. We've helped with about every aspect. For Boys' Adventure Week and Girls' Adventure Weeks, I make novelty cakes.<br />
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Esther also helped last week with Horse Week. This was her first year as a counselor. But that didn't stop her from participating in the trick riding. </div>
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I am in full swing of "Senioritis" here. I am projected to graduate next Spring and am very excited about that. Thankfully this week is a very light week for my school work, so I have been working on some quilting, general cleaning, and yes... still working on Dale's office. I haven't forgotten that!</div>
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Happy Monday everyone! <br />
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I'm now writing for a new platform called Medium. I will be contributing every other week for now. Due to the busyness of life, that is about all I can handle. I hope you enjoy.<br />
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Just click on the link below.<br />
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<br />Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-88852030557673335732017-06-16T11:07:00.000-04:002017-06-16T11:17:15.366-04:00How To Train Your Pet Rocks<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This is a story Isaac and I are writing together. All rights are reserved. We will be trying to add a new installment about once a week. Enjoy!</span><br />
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sunny summer, the Post family were all working outside. Mom was working in the flower beds, pulling
pesky weeds that insisted on coming up through the thick-layered mulch she had
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other children, along with Dad, were landscaping for the new pool. The whole family was very excited. Isaac, the youngest, had the job of picking
rocks. This way, the bottom of the pool
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> As he
bent over to uncover more rocks, he suddenly heard:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> “Hey! Over here!
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> “Did
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> But the
mouse just twitched his whiskers, jumped out, then ran off. Pumpkin ran off after it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> “Hey! Hey!
Down here!” he heard again. This time he saw a rock in the wheelbarrow wiggling around in its spot. “Can you
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> “Sure!”
Isaac said, and picked it up.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> “My
name is Terrence. Thank you for picking
me up!”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> “My
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> “Can
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> “Well,
my brother Clarence is still in the wheelbarrow. Can you help me find him?”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> “There
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Wake up!”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> “What? I was napping!”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> “Of
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> “Isaac! What are you doing? Those rocks need to be in the wheelbarrow. Looks like you dumped half of them in the
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the mower will hit them later,” Isaac’s older brother, Caleb pointed to the
pile of rocks near Isaac, Clarence, and Terrence.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-75653417188550870482017-06-14T19:10:00.000-04:002017-06-14T19:10:26.235-04:00Summer ProjectsWe had a busy end of the year, but school is over! Well, for the kids; not for me. I happy to announce that I am a Senior (that explains my senior moments) and my last class ends the end of April 2018. Looks like Josiah and will be graduating the same year. <br />
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We had a lot of travelling after the last post. There was a Pastor's conference, and we had to go pick up the twins from Wisconsin. Then there was finishing up school, doing grades, and getting ready for evaluations. All of which have been accomplished. Jerusha worked hard and managed to do 6th and 7th grades this past year. She does have a wee little bit of work to do this summer to make sure the ends meet for 8th grade academically, but that is okay. Josiah requirements are laughable. The only credits he absolutely needs to graduate is in English/Literature. Pennsylvania requires four years of language arts. That means he has to write 3 papers, one being a long 8 to 10 research paper, reach 15 novels, including some classics, and some grammar. Easy peasy. However, Mama says he needs more than that. So, he will be taking dual enrollment courses again. Also, I have a couple of good History books he will read, Bible, Quiz team, Piano, and Art. <br />
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To sum up, this fall we'll be schooling grades 3, 8, 10, 12, and a senior in college. I've already gotten all our books but they aren't out yet. <br />
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Since evaluations, we've been working on some projects around the house. We have done a little landscaping out the front of the house, planting two rhododendron plants and a forsythia bush. I started seedlings back in March for the garden, but because of rain interference, and lack of an available rototiller, that has fallen through. That is the reality of our schedule this year. <br />
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We are also putting up our pool, and working on landscaping for that. We are getting leveling the area right now, which is quite a feat given the hilly terrain. I've been busy hanging out laundry, baking bread, doing school, editing my next book, and<br />
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We have been working on some decluttering and organizing. So far we have done the playroom and living room. Our newest project is the office, which is undeniably a disaster right now. For our anniversary I bought Dale a "parson's desk" (seriously, that is what is called. I didn't know it until I was checking out online. I can't make this stuff up!). For his Father's Day gift, we are organizing, decluttering and cleaning the office. Here are some before pics: Note: the empty shelves was how far I got before I remembered to take the "before" pictures. Doh.<br />
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So, that is the gist of our lives so far. I'm still in school, the twins both got their licences and are looking for jobs, Caleb and Josiah work part time landscaping, and we are going room from room in the house this summer, getting things organized. I will update the progress on our office as we go. Can't wait to get it done!</div>
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<br />Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-40451916344964538052017-04-11T08:34:00.001-04:002017-04-11T08:34:28.355-04:00Special Announcement!As promised, here is the special announcement I alluded to in my last post.<br />
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I am VERY excited to announce the release of my book <i>Isotope </i>. It is available through Amazon, or use the link below. <br />
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<br />Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-47011800224955377512017-04-06T10:20:00.000-04:002017-04-06T10:20:36.984-04:00Quilts and CakeOver the last few months there have been occasions to enjoy some crafting. One of my nephews and his wife had their first baby. What a cutie she is! Of course a baby quilt was in order. I made it bigger than a traditional baby quilt so that she could enjoy it through her toddler years at least. Plus, I just kind of got carried away making the disappearing pinwheels. They were lots of fun. I used this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rgQd6asPQs">tutorial</a> by Jenny Doan from the Missouri Star Quilt Co. <br />
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<br />Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-16405084880942991772017-04-04T20:05:00.001-04:002017-04-04T20:06:59.261-04:00Once again I am embarrassed to realize how long it has been since my last post! I apologize for the LONG delay in getting back on here. I have no real reason other than life has been very full and busy. I am still engaged in online classes through SNHU. I am in my third year, which means the work load has been ramped up. I am still homeschooling, and we just got through a fine arts competition through our church. I've also done a special cake for a Teen Retreat, and made two quilts for some new babies of friends and family. <br />
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Tonight, just to dip my toes back into blogging, I'm sharing a link for my latest article on Odyssey. Yes, I'm still writing for school's online publication. I've been promoted from Content Creator to Contributing Editor. I've been learning the ropes for my new position, and still writing, meeting the deadlines. <br />
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<br />Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-90829900881878943872017-01-23T11:16:00.000-05:002017-01-23T11:16:15.142-05:00Odyssey ArticleHere is this week's article. Please enjoy!<br />
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<a href="https://www.theodysseyonline.com/what-we-do-to-avoid-lawsuits">What We Do To Avoid Lawsuits</a>Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-58244746248893874412017-01-19T12:57:00.002-05:002017-01-19T12:57:47.040-05:00For Limited Time... Free Marie Curie Online Unit Study<a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/lAeoFNCJur_M-t40ldbdqhonE03R5eylMsRq9emtfnUUTAUrU3JQu9sAs7muoWK6CmZgPxaY5-_pjEHfUn7z-5U=s0" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="345" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/lAeoFNCJur_M-t40ldbdqhonE03R5eylMsRq9emtfnUUTAUrU3JQu9sAs7muoWK6CmZgPxaY5-_pjEHfUn7z-5U=s0" width="640" /></a><br />
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Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-45193837468408219912017-01-16T14:17:00.001-05:002017-01-16T14:17:29.068-05:00Odyssey<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have been writing articles for an online publication called Odyssey. It is a huge conglomeration of different colleges, with hundreds of content creators. I've been posting my articles on Twitter and Facebook, but will put a plug in here on Mondays after publication. <br />
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So, without further ado... here is this week's article:<br />
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<a href="https://www.theodysseyonline.com/what-we-do-to-feel-beautiful">What We Do To Feel Beautiful</a><br />
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If you want to read some of my other work, just search my name, Lisa Post. It should bring up my articles. I especially recommend "Dodge This" and "Tangled Tinsel". <br />
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Blessings,<br />
LisaLisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09923525841769939237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7093987739880589648.post-24710664123977345712017-01-11T13:41:00.000-05:002017-01-11T13:41:33.991-05:00Sprocket Quilt Block I have been fooling around with some EPP for a while. This block is one I have only worked on about once every blue moon... in other words : Not very often. I enjoy it, but life is full with so many other projects that have deadlines that this one gets shoved aside frequently. I am using the kit I posted about <a href="http://lisa-beehivebuzz.blogspot.com/search?updated-min=2012-12-31T21:00:00-08:00&updated-max=2013-08-24T14:34:00-04:00&max-results=40&start=8&by-date=false">here</a>. My, that seems like a LONG time ago when I made it up! So much water under the bridge since then. Some happy, some heartbreaking. <br />
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This is called a Sprocket, and I am following the directions from<a href="http://www.afewscraps.com/2012/03/sprocket-quilt-along-details.html"> A Few Scraps: Sprocket Quilt Along.</a> She did this about four years ago, but the directions are excellent, and she has lots of great tips. If you are doing EPP for the first time, try her tutorial in the link above. The directions for the sewing kit I made are on the same page with a hot link. So much goodness in one spot!<br />
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Here is my first completed block:<br />
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Close up of the points and "y" seams. Talk about accuracy! That is due to the EPP technique, not my skill, believe me!</div>
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I continue to work on this every so often, but right now I am finishing a baby/toddler quilt (it grew while I was designing it! Worse than a lasagna!) and working on some WIP's that are LONG overdo for finishing up.</div>
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Happy Quilting!</div>
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