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Following Jesus is hard, and it takes sacrifice. It’s easy to get too focused on that. I’m speaking for myself here! But following Jesus me...
Following Jesus is hard, and it takes sacrifice. It’s easy to get too focused on that. I’m speaking for myself here! But following Jesus me...
Following Jesus is hard, and it takes sacrifice. It’s easy to get too focused on that. I’m speaking for myself here! But following Jesus me...
Do you know which animal is the thirstiest? I was surprised to discover that it is .... the dairy cow! But it makes perfect sense. A cow giv...
Do you know which animal is the thirstiest? I was surprised to discover that it is .... the dairy cow! But it makes perfect sense. A cow giv...
As I sliced feijoas for Lydia to enjoy, I pretended the feijoas cried, "Ouch!" For feijoas to be eaten, they have to be cut down the middle ...
To keep your balance on a bike, you need to keep pedaling. You need to move forwards. Unless you put your feet on the ground, you will wobb...
To keep your balance on a bike, you need to keep pedaling. You need to move forwards. Unless you put your feet on the ground, you will wobb...
Echidnas have an amazing ability! Instead of running from wildfires, they bury themselves into cool soil and go into a hibernating sleep cal...
In France there is a fascinating and unusual palace. Even more interesting is the story behind it. One day a postman stumbled on an unusual...
This afternoon my children and I were busy setting up for preschool. All except for Esther. She has a cold and ongoing problems with tiredn...
Last Friday a man gave us some beautiful flowers from his garden. But a week later, they’re all dried up and rather ugly. That’s what happe...
Last Friday a man gave us some beautiful flowers from his garden. But a week later, they’re all dried up and rather ugly. That’s what happe...
One thing I find difficult with Lydia sometimes is her questions. I’m not sure if she actually forgets that she has already asked the quest...
One thing I find difficult with Lydia sometimes is her questions. I’m not sure if she actually forgets that she has already asked the quest...
I heard a preacher say this when he was talking about serving God. “It’s hard but it’s wonderful!” It’s so true and it applies to many thin...
I heard a preacher say this when he was talking about serving God. “It’s hard but it’s wonderful!” It’s so true and it applies to many thin...
There is a lot Lydia can’t do. But she does what she can do, like chopping up veggies. There are things I would like to do that I can’t do...
There is a lot Lydia can’t do. But she does what she can do, like chopping up veggies. There are things I would like to do that I can’t do...
We’ve had a leak under our kitchen in a very difficult spot to get to. We called the plumber to have a look. When he left he said, “It’s no...
We’ve had a leak under our kitchen in a very difficult spot to get to. We called the plumber to have a look. When he left he said, “It’s no...
Yesterday Lydia took the scissors into her own hands and gave herself a haircut. She cut into her beautiful long blonde hair and when I fo...
Yesterday Lydia took the scissors into her own hands and gave herself a haircut. She cut into her beautiful long blonde hair and when I fo...
Why would God design and create a bird that laughs? Maybe it's to remind us that the fruit of the Spirit is joy, a joyful heart is good med...
Why would God design and create a bird that laughs? Maybe it's to remind us that the fruit of the Spirit is joy, a joyful heart is good med...
A few days ago, a beautiful yellow air balloon randomly floated over our house. Hot air balloons fly because they are lighter than air. The...
A few days ago, a beautiful yellow air balloon randomly floated over our house. Hot air balloons fly because they are lighter than air. They...
A few days ago, a beautiful yellow air balloon randomly floated over our house. Hot air balloons fly because they are lighter than air. They...
This morning at preschool, I taught the children how to make simple paper snowflakes. They enjoyed it very much, and I loved seeing them enj...
This morning at preschool, I taught the children how to make simple paper snowflakes. They enjoyed it very much, and I loved seeing them enj...
God has treasures in store for His children. Not earthly treasures that don't last, but the real treasure that comes from knowing God. The ...
The Red Sea is in front of you, and cruel soldiers are chasing you from behind. There is a quote that says, "Sometimes the only way out is ...
God has treasures in store for His children. Not earthly treasures that don't last, but the real treasure that comes from knowing God. The ...
God has treasures in store for His children. Not earthly treasures that don't last, but the real treasure that comes from knowing God. The ...
Two things I heard in a sermon once that was engraved on my heart for life. The importance of teaching little ones about God and feeding th...
Two things I heard in a sermon once that was engraved on my heart for life. The importance of teaching little ones about God and feeding th...
Yesterday we drove a long way to a church in another town, and we saw so many beautiful colors along the way. The beauty of autumn colors c...
Yesterday we drove a long way to a church in another town, and we saw so many beautiful colors along the way. The beauty of autumn colors c...
I watched two little girls playing on a climbing frame. One of them was like a little monkey, moving along easily and quickly. The other on...
I watched two little girls playing on a climbing frame. One of them was like a little monkey, moving along easily and quickly. The other on...
I watched two little girls playing on a climbing frame. One of them was like a little monkey, moving along easily and quickly. The other on...
Solomon compared finding wisdom to the sweetness of honey. It is so true! There is a sweetness, a delight, a joy, and a reward in knowing Go...
Solomon compared finding wisdom to the sweetness of honey. It is so true! There is a sweetness, a delight, a joy, and a reward in knowing G...
Solomon compared finding wisdom to the sweetness of honey. It is so true! There is a sweetness, a delight, a joy, and a reward in knowing G...
Today we acted out the story of Mary Jones and her Bible. It was Hannah's idea and she planned it all out. I added in an application at the ...
Today we acted out the story of Mary Jones and her Bible. It was Hannah's idea and she planned it all out. I added in an application at the ...
If the Lord is your personal Shepherd, then you can say, "My cup overflows with blessings." You can say this because even your trials are t...
If the Lord is your personal Shepherd, then you can say, "My cup overflows with blessings." You can say this because even your trials are t...
What's your favorite part of the Easter story this year? I have a few. The ripped veil giving us access to God. The loving words of Jesus o...
This morning we were eating breakfast before school. “Mum, is there any way to take away Down Syndrome?” asked one of my children. “No,” I …
I will extol thee, O LORD; for thou hast lifted me up,…–Psalm 30:1 But thou, O Lord, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mi…
I was feeling overwhelmed with my house. My life is very busy with lots to keep up with and housework and yardwork is never ending. I was p…
I have just finished making a true and false quiz for my Bible class at school tomorrow. I will say the sentence and the children will hav…
Do you ever feel like you can’t take something anymore? Sometimes things get too much and you feel like you are at your wit’s end. Maybe it’…
Life is filled with irritations. One winter, we had wet wood. This winter, we’ve had a dog, which for me has brought new irritations! Somet…
Do you ever feel guilty telling God your feelings? Feelings are often not fact, so it can feel wrong telling God how you feel when know tha…
“Sometimes when we read the words of those who have been more than conquerors, we feel almost despondent. I feel that I shall never be like…
Jacob is on his way back to his homeland. He has just gotten news that his brother Esau (who had wanted to kill him years back) is coming t…
When Joseph was younger, we were getting ready for school. Joseph had a cold. I happened to see what was in the pockets of his school short…
Vlog–Covid, Co ops and Timing Usually I would find it very hard to write songs, especially the lyrics. But I have asked God to give me song…
Do you run from anything that is outside your comfort zone or difficult? You can run from those things or you can let those difficult things push you up to God. You can learn to soar!
I was reading my children a devotional story (Keys for Kids) at breakfast time. It was about having wings as eagles. “The eagle is a unique…
(German Pizza, Cornflake Chocolate Chip Biscuits and Apple Cake Recipes below) Today I show you how to make German Pizza. I also share a b…
A go-to is defined as someone or something that is regularly or repeatedly chosen or employed for reliably good results or the best person,…
Which of God’s attributes do you find the most encouraging and comforting? A while ago it was the end of a busy day. I had a headache and f…
Life is very busy at the moment. Last week I worked at school four mornings a week instead of three, and this week is the same. On top of that, there has been extra busyness, like end of year activities, on top of the usual busyness. The more I thought about the busyness, the more
A few thoughts from my week on hinderances, obstacles in our path and delighting in doing the will of God. And a few other video clips, a re…
Last night Johan and I were looking at the traffic light system to see how/if it effects The Little Haven. I don’t usually keep too updated with the news as it has the ability to depress me. Thinking about all the new changes and the whole covid situation once again made me feel depressed and
A while back I was reading through the story of Nehemiah (chapter 1-2). I noticed a lot of lessons on prayer that we can learn from him.1. He cared about others.He was burdened about the Jews in Jerusalem. In a way it wasn’t his own problem. It wasn’t affecting his life. But he cared about
Last night I was in bed praying over my day before I went to sleep. I was praying for Lydia, at it was the first day without her usual…
Today I share what I’ve been learning this week, which is something that’s difficult to talk about. But I pray it gives encouragement or h…
Yesterday I was thinking about safety as I was mowing my lawns. When I had lunch earlier, I had been listening to the last half of a testim…
My husband is currently renovating our kitchen. When he got to needing an electrician, he found he couldn’t get one until four weeks lat…
Yesterday I had to pick Lydia up from school as it appeared that she was unwell. When I picked her up, she was crying and looking extremely…
Yesterday I had to go to The Little Haven at 8:00 am to unlock the doors. My husband, Johan, had organized for someone to come and fix …
View book here Six years ago our lives changed when Lydia joined our family. It was such a learning experience that I wanted to share …
One of the things that I find the most comforting in the Bible is that God is all-knowing. So many times it says, God knows… He knows the…
In this video I share two of my “Go to” verses, a few simple living tips to keep from overwhelm, two parenting tips, a resource for children…
Yesterday I was picking up some medication at our local pharmacy which is in the same carpark as our supermarket. I was driving through the…
In this video I show you some of the activities we’ve been doing at home including some of Lydia’s school activities, a Christian movie th…
Two people went on a hike. They both had backpacks. The girl had a small backpack with essentials. The boy had a large backpack with …
Two people went on a hike. They both had backpacks. The girl had a small backpack with essentials. The boy had a large backpack with everyt…
In New Zealand it is is Lockdown right now. So here are two reposts of activity ideas from years ago in case you are out of them! Thismorni…
I heard a preacher say once that we should soak ourselves in God’s Word. He was preaching on Psalm 1 about the blessed man. It says, “His d…
Waiting! Yes, patiently waiting! Till next steps made plain shall be; To hear, with the inner hearing, The Voice that will call for me. Wa…
(Oat Slice and Toad in the Hole Recipes below.) In today’s video the children and I show you our three favourite scrabble games. They are fu…
On Sunday afternoon my husband was leading a church service in a rest home. One of the hymns he chose to sing was “What a Friend We Have …
When the light on my vacuum cleaner comes on, it means that the filter needs a clean. Lately it has been coming on all the time. We have be…
Yesterday Lydia had an appointment with her pediatrician followed by a blood test. She doesn’t have blood tests very often anymore, thankfu…
Last weekend, my husband asked me to go with him to pick up some gates he’d brought. He needed help lifting them onto the trailer. I hadn’t …
My husband has just started to renovate a part of our house. To do this he took out a wall. Breaking it down made an awful lot of noise! L…
This morning one of my fears came true! As I lifted my husband’s delicious casserole out of the oven about five minutes before it needed to…
Thisafternoon I was telling God in tears how tired I was of some of Lydia’s behaviour. Sometimes it seems everything turns into a fight and …
As I was reading through the the fourth chapter of John, a certain man got my attention. I pray that God would help me to be like this …
As I was reading through the the fourth chapter of John, a certain man got my attention. I pray that God would help me to be like this man…
One time my sister sent me a sermon that had been preached at her church. It was about overcoming. This statement really stood out to me. …
One time my sister sent me a sermon that had been preached at her church. It was about overcoming. This statement really stood out to me. Ov…
This week I’ve been reading the story of Jonathan and David. Isn’t it interesting that Saul was jealous of David while Jonathan wasn’t? It s…
In this video I share an easy meal idea that we had for dinner last night, another helpful motto, three frugal living tips, one simple livi…