Grizzly Peak Trail – Ashland, OR

Hike #10 for 2026 We visited friends in Ashland, OR to celebrate the life of my dear friend’s mom. She was a woman who clearly loved God, loved her family, loved to be outdoors, and was always up for an adventure! We enjoyed the times that we spent with her very much. May she rest … Continue reading Grizzly Peak Trail – Ashland, OR

Where Trees Touch the Sky

“Where Trees Touch the Sky: a Redwood National Park Novel” by Karen Barnett Book #10 for 2026 I chose this book because I’ve enjoyed Karen Barnett’s novels set in National Parks and I love split-time stories. This book is extra special to me because it’s set in Redwood National Park and Crescent City, CA. My … Continue reading Where Trees Touch the Sky

Teaching in Your Tiara

“Teaching in Your Tiara: a homeschooling book for the rest of us” by Rebecca Frech Book #9 for 2026 New vocabulary word: paragon - a person or thing that represents a perfect example of a particular quality or a model of ultimate excellence. It sets the gold standard for what a perfect version of something should … Continue reading Teaching in Your Tiara

The Simple Woman’s Daybook

A copycat post from: A.M. Pine Hearth Ridge Reflections : The Simple Woman’s Daybook Amy has posted a few of these in the last couple of months and they are really beautiful. I felt inspired to try one too. I hope you enjoy it and maybe try one yourself! FOR TODAY~ Outside my window… quail … Continue reading The Simple Woman’s Daybook

Pollyanna Book Club/Matinee

We were so glad that some of our friends joined us in reading “Pollyanna”! We were even more glad when they accepted our invitation to watch the movie and enjoy a themed lunch together! book 1960 movie 2003 movie Initially, we were going to watch the 1960 Disney version but due to time constraints we … Continue reading Pollyanna Book Club/Matinee