Apple harvest is beginning to wind down here at Hollyhocks and Heaven.  The last few days we weren’t sure if the elk and moose would get them all picked before we did! Many thanks to my mom and sister for taking care of the canning for me this year while I was in bed sick.  They put up several quarts of pie filling and pints of fried apples, applesauce and apple butter.  I did manage to get a few pies in the freezer.  We still have about 2 boxes of apples to go, they will most likely be in the dehydrator by the end ofRead More →

I almost gave up.  I almost quit.  I have spent a lot of time thinking about how and why things turn out the way they do.  I have been reflecting on what brings me happiness and joy, and what doesn’t.  I have realized how much I have missed writing and how much time I have spent not doing things that bring me happiness and joy.  So, I have wiped my face and am picking up where I left off.  Thank you for sticking with me…bigger and better things are on the horizon. I can do all this through him who gives me strength.~Philippians 4:13Read More →