Friday, February 24, 2017

Day by Day

by Lina Sandell

"Day by day, and with each passing moment,
Strength I find to meet my trials here;
Trusting in my Father’s wise bestowment,
I’ve no cause for worry or for fear.
He, whose heart is kind beyond all measure,
Gives unto each day what He deems best,
Lovingly its part of pain and pleasure,
Mingling toil with peace and rest.

Every day the Lord Himself is near me,
With a special mercy for each hour;
All my cares He fain would bear and cheer me,
He whose name is Counselor and Pow’r.
The protection of His child and treasure
Is a charge that on Himself He laid;
“As thy days, thy strength shall be in measure,”
This the pledge to me He made.

Help me then, in every tribulation,
So to trust Thy promises, O Lord,
That I lose not faith’s sweet consolation,
Offered me within Thy holy Word.
Help me, Lord, when toil and trouble meeting,
E’er to take, as from a father’s hand,
One by one, the days, the moments fleeting,
Till with Christ the Lord I stand."

Day by Day Hymn - Songs Out of Tragedy, Carolina Sandell Berg

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Lina Sandell wrote Day by Day and other hymns after experiencing tragedy that ... She grew up to become Sweden's most celebrated author of Gospel hymns, ...

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Tuesday, February 21, 2017

16 Invasive Species Sold at Garden Centers You Should Never Buy

http://www.epicgardening.com/invasive-species-sold-at-garden-centers/

Note from Lois:  This is a list of invasive plants.   However, if you have an enclosed area in which to plant these, it works just fine, as long as the roots can't travel underground.

Over many years of gardening, we have also found tiger lilies, lamb's ear, vinca vine, and some herbs like peppermint, oregano, and garlic chives to be quite invasive. 

This is the list given in this article, but you'll want to go to this site to see the photos and additional information.

Chinese Wisteria
Bamboo
Creeping Euonymus
English Ivy
Japanese Honeysuckle Vine
Winged Burning Bush
Nandina/Sacred Bamboo
Chinese Privet
Autumn Olive
Callery/Bradford Pear
Periwinkle
Japanese Barberry
Princess Tree
Sweet Autumn Clematis
Weeping Lovegrass
Japanese Spirea
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Wednesday, February 8, 2017

Can Dogs Eat Bananas? 10 Toxic Foods, 23 Safe Ones & A Few in the Middle

by Jenny Parsons
http://herepup.com/can-dogs-eat-bananas-apples-grapes/
Used by permission

Note from Lois: The link above includes photos and much more information.

Dog owners have a lot of responsibilities in their hands when it comes to taking care of their pets. They must be well-versed in different things that are good for their four-legged friends as well as those that could possibly harm them. Apart from providing them with shelter, dogs must also get their daily exercise and get check ups, just like humans do.

It is also important to inform other people in your household about the food items that are safe and not safe for your dog to consume. Too often, pet owners just toss food into the dog’s mouth without being mindful if it is safe for the dog or not. While humans consider it sweet when a dog shares food from their plates, there could be risks to these pets that we are not aware of.

For example, dogs have a hard time eating popcorn. It’s dangerous for their teeth as well as their tummies. If you really want to give your dog popcorn, it is good to know that there’s a special kind of popcorn treats for dogs. Instead, you can try giving your dogs more fruit and vegetables. Carrots, bananas, broccoli, pumpkin are among the recommended food for dogs. These are all easy to chew, digest and metabolize.

On the other hand, fruits like grapes and avocado as well as nuts and garlic are not recommended for your dogs. Interestingly, grapes have an adverse effect on dogs’ renal systems so it would be best not to give your dogs any.

We’ve prepared an infographic detailing some of the most common food that is good, bad, and should be given in moderation to dogs. Do let us know of other items on your list so we can share it to fellow dog owners.

https://herepup.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/DogFood_Infographic-3.jpg
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Monday, February 6, 2017

Good Resources for You to Follow

by Lois Breneman
How to Receive Notifications from My Two Blogs
(even if you do not use the internet):
     Since the Heart to Heart Newsletter is ending after eighteen years of ministry, I don't want to leave any of you lacking for encouragement.  I hope you will follow my two blogs. 

There is a box to type in your e-mail address to receive a notification when I post a new entry.
My main blog: https://heartfilledhome.blogspot.com

Recipes:  https://heartfilledhomerecipes.blogspot.com If you do not use internet, simply send me your e-mail address and I will insert it for you.  Sometimes there you will miss information given in a link, but you will still benefit by following. Other Recommended Websites and Blogs:


https://www.drjamesdobson.org/blogs/AllBlogs
Christian Radio with No Advertising Streaming Live in 8 Languages:  www.bbnradio.org
Free Bible Courses in 8 Languages:http://www.bbnradio.org/wcm4/bbnbienglish/Home/tabid/257/Default.aspx 

Ann Voskamp    http://annvoskamp.com/
Recommended Blog List from a Good Friend:   

Hello, my name is Schotzy.  I  write under Wings of Eagles  and have been blogging  for several years.  Over those years I have become acquainted with some marvelous bloggers   worthy to be listed below.. some  whom Lois has shared  previously and a few newer ones I have added to the list. 





































































Newer  blogs of note:















Fearn Abbey Needleworks
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Ten Things I Want My Son to Know

by Jennie Scott  ~  http://www.jenniegscott.com/
Used by permission

Note from Lois: Much applies to daughters as well.

OK, son. You're in that weird stage right now where you're technically not a teenager yet, but you're not a little kid anymore, either. I know it's super strange. Your body is changing, your voice is sounding different, and your brain is struggling to keep up. The next few years are going to be different for both you and for me. I've been thinking about some things you should know, and while this list is definitely not exhaustive, I figure it's a good start.

Deodorant and foot washing are not optional. Ever. They're just not. As your body changes (you'll learn this in sex-ed), your hormones go berserk, and you. will. stink. You already do. (No offense.) It's not your fault, and it's nothing to be ashamed of, but Lord have mercy, it is something you can control. The deodorant is in the top bathroom drawer (I'm assuming you forgot?) and foot washing involves soap. With a washcloth. And a vigorous scrubbing motion. No, you cannot count standing in the soap suds on the shower floor. Not sufficient. Scrub those stink cells off your feet. Then repeat.  
  • You won't always (or maybe ever) be the best athlete on your team, but you are overqualified to work your {tail end} off. If I ever see you being the last one to get to the line, or if you think it's acceptable to saunter off the field, you will hear my screech from the stands and feel my wrath at home. Your coaches should all say the same thing - "Man, is that kid a hard worker." I'll be more proud to hear that than to hear you're the top hitter. Seriously. Work ethic matters more than your stats. 
  • Don't ever get too cool to read good books. I know that somewhere in middle school, many guys stop liking to read. (And as a former teacher, I know it's because we educators start assigning books and forcing you to read what you hate. But I digress.) You love to read right now, and the books on your shelves have taught you so many things you can't learn in school. Reading opens doors to worlds you need to see. A man who doesn't read is often a man whose mind is closed. Don't be that man.
  • Your world is going to open up in the next few years. I want you to venture into it and explore what it has to offer, but I want you to do it in the confines of what we've taught you matters. I want to live in the limits of the values we hold. This means you won't do everything that others do. You won't go everywhere they go, and you won't say/think/drink/experiment with everything they do. There is no shame in standing on your own. There is no shame is saying that something's not for you. There is great shame in realizing you've violated your own standards. Remember who you are. 
  • Nothing is off limits when it comes to approaching me. If you have questions about something, you can ask me. It might embarrass us both or make me cringe, but who better than someone who loves you to see your face turn red? If you've done something wrong, I am still here. My love is not dependent on your choices, and though I'll be praying you make the right ones, if you don't, you can still come to me. Our home is your home base, and it is your safe place. 
  • Keep asking me to scratch your back at night. I know I get annoyed when you ask for 5 more minutes every single night, and I know I always say I'm ready to go to bed, too, but that time with you is my favorite. It's just us, and when you're facing the wall, you often open up and tell me things that I wouldn't otherwise know. It lets me know you need me, and there's nothing a mom needs more.
  • Your outfit doesn't all have to be the same color. Seriously. If you're wearing a red shirt, your shorts don't have to be red, too. Variety is the spice of life, bud. Look at the color wheel and learn about complementary colors. Your future wife will be so impressed if you can pick out your own clothes. Trust me on this one.
  • I will never stop giving you chores. You've been putting your laundry away for years, and hauling out the trash and cutting the grass aren't going away either. As you get older, your responsibilities will only increase. It's preparing you for life outside our house. Get used to it.
  • No, you still can't have a phone. I know. I'm mean and everyone else already has one. Too bad. God didn't tell me to make you happy, and what everyone else has is not my concern. Unlimited technology does nothing to give you the character you need, and it opens up a world you are SO not ready to enter. (I'm 36 and not ready for it either.) My calling as a mother is to help you discover your calling, and scrolling through selfies on Instagram isn't it. Friends in real life are more valuable than likes on social media. And no, I don't know when you can have one. Maybe when you actually start putting your laundry IN the basket instead of on your floor. Baby steps, son. Baby steps.
  • I love you like nobody's business, but understand here and now that you will not be a 30 year old man living in my basement playing video games. You are expected to be educated for a job or trained in a skill that can provide you with housing and food. I will do everything in my power to aid you to this end, but at some point you will leave the nest. Even if it's my foot kicking your backside out. There is nothing healthy about an adult refusing to be an adult, and in this house you will not be enabled to stay a child. Nope. Forget about it. I will not do for a man what he can do for himself. I love you, but I will also love coming to your house to visit.
So there you go, babe. Just some nuggets of wisdom for your preteen self. We're headed into uncharted waters for our family, but we're in it together. Unless you forget your deodorant. Then it's every man for himself.
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Tips for Healthier and More Manageable Hair

by Lois Breneman
     1. Rubbing 1 to 2 drops of rosemary and/or lavender essential oil into the hair and scalp before showering will help strengthen the hair and make it grow.  Lavender will also help with an itchy scalp.  After applying, it is fine to shampoo, but leave the oils in the hair at least 3 minutes before rinsing.

        2. Use good hair products such as Jason Restorative Biotin Shampoo and Conditioner. (i-herb or vitacost)

     3.  Biotin can also be purchased as a supplement and is very inexpensive.  (i-herb or vitacost)

     4.  After rinsing out the shampoo, spray vinegar onto the hair to remove all soapy residue and give your hair an extra shine.  Then add conditioner, leaving in at least 2 minutes.

     5. After drying the hair with a towel, for shinier, stronger, and more manageable hair, try mixing in your hand a few sprays of Miracle 7 (from Sally's) with 1-2 drops of lavender and/or clary sage essential oil, and rub through your hair.

     6.  If your hair is limp, natural curly, or if you just need extra body, use about a pea-size amount of Paul Mitchell Super Clean Sculpting Gel to distribute through your hair.

     7.  If you want to straighten your hair completely or just get rid of extra curl or frizz by smoothing it out a little, an electric straightening brush may help.  It looks a lot easier and safer for the hair than using a flat iron for straightening.
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DIY: Deep Hair Conditioner

https://doterra.com/US/en/blog/diy-deep-hair-conditioner
Used by permission

Dry, damaged hair? Millions of women can relate. Buying deep
hair conditioning products or getting a conditioning treatment
at a spa can be expensive, and most treatments contain
unnecessary chemicals that are not good for you or the
environment.
 
So what are you supposed to do about it? Make your own, of
course! This homemade deep hair conditioner is easy to make
and will leave your hair soft, smooth, and chemical free. So
grab your girlfriends for a fun spa night in!
 
Ingredients:
3 tablespoons coconut oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 drops doTERRA essential oils
Stand or hand mixer
 
A few great essential oils for your hair include: Lavender,
Peppermint, Rosemary, Geranium, and Clary Sage. You can
use one or all five of the essential oils in your deep conditioner.
 
Directions:
  1. Put coconut oil, olive oil, and essential oils in mixing bowl.
  2. Mix on medium/high speed for 5 minutes or until
    ingredients are whipped to a thick and creamy consistency.
  3. Once whipped, apply to clean dry hair.
  4. Comb through with wide tooth comb to evenly distribute.
  5. Let sit 15-20 minutes. Rinse, shampoo and style as desired.
  6. Repeat once a week or as often as desired. 
Enjoy your soft, healthy, and chemical-free hair!
- See more at: https://doterra.com/US/en/blog/diy-deep-hair-conditioner#sthash.tmN8YY0J.dpuf
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