When I first became a homemaker, one of the greatest nuggets of wisdom I received was to be prepared for Mondays. Mondays. You know, the day when you hit the ground running (or wobbling) as soon as your feet hit the floor? Reaching for that first cup of glorious coffee, you look around your house through…
Category Archives: Creating Home
Hospitality at the Holidays on a Budget
Once a month, I write a column called “Creating Home.” This is for the young woman setting up her first home, whether it’s her dorm room or sharing an apartment with a friend. If you are an experienced homemaker, please share this with someone younger. I also hope you’ll share your experience by posting a…
Preparing for a Holiday Meal
Almost every homemaker has a holiday meal nightmare story. Some of mine include not thawing the turkey, remembering to thaw the turkey but not putting it in the oven soon enough, cooking it until it was leathery, breaking the edge of the trifle bowl pulling it out of the refrigerator, and having to throw the…
When is Busy at Home Bad?
“I know how busy you are, and I’m so sorry to bother you,” began my friend. Her request was simple; I was glad she asked. But afterward I was pierced by her apology for bothering me. Her comment haunted me. Why did she feel badly about asking for my help? Obviously, I must give off…
Starting an Efficient Filing System
Once a month, I write a column called “Creating Home.” This is for the young woman setting up her first home, whether it’s her dorm room or sharing an apartment with a friend. If you are an experienced homemaker, please share this with someone younger. I also hope you’ll share your experience by posting a…
Tips for Time Management
Once a month, I write a column called “Creating Home.” This is for the young woman setting up her first home, whether it’s her dorm room or sharing an apartment with a friend. If you are an experienced homemaker, please share this with someone younger. I also hope you’ll share you experience by posting a…
Establishing a Devotional Life
Once a month, I write a column called “Creating Home.” This is for the young woman setting up her first home, whether it’s her dorm room or sharing an apartment with a friend. In this post I’ll be sharing tips for establishing a devotional life. If you already have established practices that work for you, please share…
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