tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-84867305929952531052012-01-31T13:28:09.969-06:00The Krueger's JourneyOUR FAMILY'S TESTIMONY OF GODS PROVISION,MERCY & GRACEJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.comBlogger1421100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-76632986469099443662012-01-31T13:18:00.000-06:002012-01-31T13:18:08.638-06:00Way We $ave Money #5We are going to take this year to incorporate some more healthy habits into our lives. I firmly believe that we if we don’t invest in our health now, we will indeed pay for it later. Here are a few of the things we are going to try and do to improve our health this year and save us some $ in the long haul:
*Learn to make yogurt
*Eat more fermented foods-sauerkraut, pickles, salsa, & etc.
*JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-73530693836346947932012-01-28T10:43:00.000-06:002012-01-31T13:20:14.413-06:00Menu Plan 1/29-2/4SundayB~ Toast w/butter, &fruitD~ Lasagna, Bread, & Salad
MondayB~ SmoothiesL~ LeftoversD~ Roasted Chicken, Mashed potatoes w/gravy, & Green beans
TuesdayB~ OatmealL~ Apples & Peanut butterD~ Chicken & Dumplings
WednesdayB~ Eggs & BiscuitsL~ Cheese & CrackersD~Sloppy Joe’s(½ meat & ½ lentils), HM buns, & oven fries
ThursdayB~ Morning RiceL~ LeftoversD~ Mexican Plate
FridayB~Tomato Gravy & JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-6795346805279376482012-01-26T06:00:00.002-06:002012-01-31T13:21:41.407-06:00Garden Plans 2012
Spring/SummerYellow Summer SquashZucchiniPurple Hull PeasCarrotsCucumbersCornTomatoesGreen beansSnow peasWatermelonCantaloupeLettucePeppers
Late Summer & FallBroccoliAcorn SquashButternut SquashKushaw SquashGreens
JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-77718147136318100872012-01-25T06:00:00.000-06:002012-01-31T13:22:15.623-06:00Our Journey to HomeschoolAt first I was turned off by the idea of homeschooling. I am only a high school graduate. I failed a few subjects and completely HATED school. Why would I want to teach my kids at home? Nothing drastic happened to make us snatch our child out of public school. We wasn’t scared or pressured by anyone He was a great student. He made good grades and generally liked going to school.
After readingJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-32123540531648657292012-01-23T06:00:00.002-06:002012-01-31T13:13:02.509-06:00Ways We Save Money #4Simple homehaircuts!
We spent about $50 bucks a year on hair cuts. The younger boys hair is to thin to buzz. We normally take them in to get a cut and maintain it at home for as long as possible. I keep my hair long without bangs. Derek trims it for me when I need him to. I go in to get it thinned out about once a year.JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-69320378771100072062012-01-21T06:00:00.041-06:002012-01-31T13:20:14.414-06:00Weekly Menu Plan 1/22-1/28I hope to start posting our weekly menu plans regularly. In the future as I have time I would like to post recipes along with it.
SundayB-Toast D- Spaghetti
MondayB-Smoothies L-Peanut butter & Apple, cheese D-Baked Salmon
TuesdayB-Bacon & Eggs L-Mac ~N~ CheeseD-Stir-fry with rice and fried cabbage
WednesdayB- Morning RiceL-Tuna/salmon salad D-Taco Salad
ThursdayB-Eggs &JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-76832585307742929862012-01-17T07:28:00.003-06:002012-01-17T12:13:19.339-06:00100 ways WE save money #3
Weeks worth of clothes waiting to be folded and put away.
Items in this pile are 90% thrift finds.
We rarely buy new clothes. We buy second hand through local thrift stores and yard sales. Normally, we visit thrift stores 3-4 times a year. We are fortunate to have quite a few in a reasonable drives time. The few things we have a hard time finding are jeans and shoes. We generally purchase newJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-29019848086798185622012-01-16T22:41:00.000-06:002012-01-16T22:41:34.905-06:00"Not that I speak in respect of want: or I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content"
Phillipians 4:11
JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-90871584961534962252012-01-14T16:26:00.000-06:002012-01-31T13:20:14.414-06:00Krueger Update 1/13/2012Lets see here...
Derek has harvested 2 deer .We were fortunate to have funds to process one and we processed the other ourselves. He is praying to get a couple of more before seasons end in a few short weeks.
The boys are growing good and are daily learning.
I am T.I.R.E.D!
We are working towards this months goal. I will update you all on that after they are completed. We need to get to JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-19020195726466762402012-01-09T00:29:00.000-06:002012-01-09T00:29:24.445-06:00Blog ConstructionAs you can tell, I have been messing with the design controls. Since we have only dial-up, it is a complete pain. I hope to have it all worked out soon.JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-91721028124518770772012-01-03T15:24:00.000-06:002012-01-31T13:22:54.426-06:00UpdateWe had a wonderful Christmas and New Year.
As I get things together around here I hope the Lord blesses you in you efforts and daily life. Expect to see more regular post soon.
Jennifer!JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-69750869126684145542011-12-11T00:36:00.000-06:002012-01-31T13:24:50.314-06:00Off-Grid LaundryOur washer died! We rented one for a few weeks and then come to our senses and sent it back! Currently we go once a week to a laundry mat. This is a big time eater! And there are always people we would rather avoid there. Derek and I are mulling over our options. Our options in no particular order include: Purchasing a machine and then just run it on a generator when the time comes.
Buying a JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-33308601039756973192011-11-23T12:55:00.002-06:002012-01-31T13:22:54.427-06:00Krueger Update 11\23\11We are currently all in good health and are alive. The holidays snuck up on me yet again! I will be glad when I can relax and not worry about planning anything. After Thanksgiving December 1st begins all the festivities. It will be Mr. Trenten’s 6th birthday. This summer we held the birthday bash where we celebrate ALL the children’s birthdays. However, Trenten needs a little extra attention JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-10719131958624583532011-10-16T20:20:00.000-05:002012-01-31T13:25:09.623-06:00Winter Prep
We live in the South. Though it is hot & humid most of the year we do in fact have a winter! Occasionally, we get a little snow! Thankfully we don’t get buried in it yearly as do the folks in the Northern states. Although my husband was born and raised here in Alabama, he inherited a fondness for the Winter from his Wisconsin born dad. Then there is the whole hunting thing..
We normally donJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-24208066179646657292011-10-09T05:06:00.000-05:002011-10-09T05:07:50.009-05:00Hello!
Zackery @ 2 months old
JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-27167254631577842832011-09-12T15:10:00.000-05:002012-01-31T13:22:54.427-06:00Krueger update 9/12/11We are still alive & well. We are currently making financial goals for next year. We have officially out grown this small trailer. We bump into each other a million times a day. We are ready to own some land and start a bigger operation of sorts. The market is crazy so we are praying for the Lord to open a rent-to-own home that will fill our needs. I have seen a few here and there but we are JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-41154736673578665452011-08-30T18:59:00.000-05:002012-01-31T13:25:26.403-06:00The TallyI finally felt like counting all those jars. Here are the totals: 7 quarts of peaches
4 pints of tomato juice (won’t waste my time next year)
9 quarts whole Roma
30 quarts maters’- crushed with our hand
15 pints of maters’
19 quarts of green beans
3 pints of Ketchup
4 -½ pints of ketchup
9 pints of cubed chicken breast
7 quarts of vegetable soup
7 quarts beef stew (freezer threw a JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-24910017738729461902011-08-26T13:47:00.000-05:002012-01-31T13:22:54.427-06:00Krueger update 8-26-11It has almost been a whole month since little Zackery was born. Life with an extra child has proven to be much like having four. Zackery is not fussy at all. Looking back to when Asher & Leland were newborns caring for Zackery is a breeze! My only complaint is that the little cutie grunts, wiggles, sighs, and makes all kind of cute noises while he is asleep. We were co-sleeping, but since he JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-65118030063100640572011-08-17T12:42:00.002-05:002012-01-31T13:23:24.503-06:00Birth Story Of Zackery IsaiahI found myself forty one weeks & 1 day pregnant on Friday July the 29th. I had been anxious for weeks knowing that the baby could come at any minute. I almost convinced myself to buy some Depends just in case my water broke while out some where in public. Canyon told me he had been watching me to see if my water broke and Trenten noted that my belly was getting big and I was ready to bust. I wasJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-65789825177706550912011-08-06T12:57:00.001-05:002011-08-06T12:57:05.639-05:00Been A Tiny Bit BusyWe welcomed Zackery Isaiah on July 30, 2011 at 6:43am. He weighed 8.4 lbs and was 20.25 inches long. He has dark hair and eyes and chubby cheeks like his momma! We are all doing well. Recovery is going well, nursing is going well, and the older kids just adore their new little brother! Life is takign on a new normal.
Asher & Zackery
Today we are gttig things in order for when Derek returns JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-81683630136943379772011-07-25T10:47:00.001-05:002012-01-31T13:22:54.428-06:00Krueger Update 7/25/11Still no baby!
I am trying to preserve all these ‘mater anyway I can. Regular canned matters, ketchup (that actually taste more like a chili sauce), and I am going to try some juice today. I don’t have the ingredients for a spaghetti sauce or a salsa. Maybe next year. Or if our ‘mater’s keep putting off maybe I’ll have enough for some small batches. I kind of just like the simplicity of havingJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-11559246806160309322011-07-22T05:14:00.000-05:002012-01-31T13:23:24.504-06:00No Baby Yet!I promise to update when I can! The tomatoes are calling & I'm overly pregnant! Not sure what this baby is waiting on...
In case it's the 'maters, Imma canning!
JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-22306455731111552012011-06-28T13:41:00.000-05:002012-01-31T13:22:54.428-06:00Krueger Update 6/27/11Sorry for the absence. It is not intentional the time I promise. My keyboard is about completely dead and that puts a big damper on the blog posting. I have been typing on the other laptop and then transferring it to the other. So why don’t you just use the working computer silly you ask? Well we can only get dial up where we live and it seems that new computers don’t have a phone jack JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-45976743354826494592011-06-10T05:00:00.004-05:002011-06-10T05:00:05.499-05:001oo ways we save money #2Switch to cloth
We have personally switched:
A load of kitchen and bathroom cloth.
- Napkins- generally we use these at dinner. You can easily make these yourself. I bought some to match my kitchen colors on super clearance for $0.75.
- Paper towels- We use kitchen hand towels for messes and to dry hands. These are bought real cheap at dollar stores and on clearance. I suggest having lots JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-85987582595803102482011-06-09T06:45:00.001-05:002011-06-09T06:45:01.333-05:00
34 weeks
All is well!JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-70477415991333681802011-06-06T12:05:00.000-05:002011-06-08T21:43:00.446-05:00Garden Update 6-6-2011
Trenten took this picture for me ;-)
The squash is finally in and an full production. I am happy to report that the winter variety is faring well in this heat. I may have planted it a tad bit early though. I know they take a while to mature so well see. The acorn squash look very, very good. I gotta look more into cold storage.
These are the pretty pale green scallop squash growing.JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-59647080163259681862011-05-26T15:50:00.001-05:002011-05-27T10:41:19.030-05:00100 ways WE save money : #11) We grow, glean, buy on sale, & preserve as much food as possible.
- We plant a garden yearly.- We raise chickens for meat and eggs. We are currently building a coop and looking for chickens. Took a break due to termites in the back yard.- We hunt and harvest wild animal- We shamelessly ask family and friends with fruit bearing trees if we can have what they don’t want.
JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-40014661556169622512011-05-19T10:53:00.000-05:002011-05-27T10:41:19.031-05:00Simply GoodAsher & Leland eating homemade hotpockets.
Home ground vension. Better for your health and wallet!
Homemade salads.Theses are great to have on and for busy days. Or when you forget to pack your husband a lunch!!
JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-66725073299080416602011-05-10T12:28:00.000-05:002011-05-10T12:28:00.415-05:00Krueger Update 5/10/11 In PicturesTaken @ 29 wks
Homemade maternity skirt.I made the maternity panel out of a pair of Derek's undies!!LOL
Works wonderfully!
Asher loves his Daddy's boots!
Trenten & Canyon running from the sprinkler!
My Leland! I know! He has beautiful eyes! Unfortunately, his mom can't take credit for that!JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-56997040228369452792011-04-12T10:48:00.000-05:002011-05-03T13:49:34.414-05:00Krueger Update 4/12/11We have dove head first into the garden! So far we have green beans, crook neck, butternut, stripped, acorn, & mixed varieties squash from last years garden, and pink-eye purple hull peas all in the ground. We still have okra, butter beans, almost 80 tomatoes plants, a few bell peppers, cantaloupe, watermelon, honeydew, cucumbers, & corn to put in the ground. I am pretty sure I left something outJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-61243263743899294732011-04-07T20:13:00.000-05:002011-05-03T13:30:13.077-05:00Ok! So Maybe I Am in Denial
25 Weeks JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-87873907497826597562011-03-29T09:33:00.000-05:002011-05-03T13:30:50.862-05:00Pregnancy Journal: 3/29/11Had another prenatal yesterday evening in the comfort of my own home! I am measuring about 25 cms @ 24 weeks. My iron checked out good and the urine thing-a-ma-bob was perfect. All the boys got to stand by and watch. I may just have them do a few projects about pregnancy for home school. It is a blessing to have them ask questions. I have had enough energy(finally) to make it through the day withJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-38386013622090903392011-03-26T19:21:00.001-05:002011-05-03T13:51:33.510-05:00Couponing NoviceDerek stopped on our way to church to pick me up the Sunday paper. After we got home from church I hopped on-line to see if there were any coupon match ups that would benefit our family. There proved to be a few.
At Walgreens I was able to purchase 3 cans of salmon, a bottle of hand soap, & and a razor for Derek for $9.94 I received a $2 register reward (Walgreens money), and $3.24 cash back JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-42504121869505888562011-03-25T09:49:00.000-05:002011-05-03T13:52:12.222-05:00If in a mobile home, get out and find shelter elsewhere.Tornado Preparedness
It is that time of year again. Tornado season! Actually, it has been for a while. Really they can occur ANYTIME! This time of year I fervently pray for the Lords protection. We live in a well aged mobile home and while we were doing some work last year I seen just what was “protecting” us from the elements. There wasn’t much of anything at all!! The Lord has always provided JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-37955302123356514582011-03-17T18:23:00.000-05:002011-05-03T13:56:44.007-05:00Repurposed Receiving Blankets.Of all the baby stuff a person can have I just don’t think you can ever have to many receiving blankets. These thin pieces of cloth are good for so many different things. I pick them up from thrift for cheap. I have never found a reason to store them after baby a grows up. They are always being used in our home in one way or another.
When little ones are sick I keep one to wipe noses or catch JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-33703849291630457012011-03-15T06:38:00.000-05:002011-05-03T13:30:50.864-05:00Pregnancy Journal 3/15/11Well here I am. Halfway there plus a little! I am excited! The time has absolutely flown by. I bet things slow way down once the weather continues to warm up and my belly gets bigger. It always feels that way to me. It seems like the pregnancy last for such a short time compared to the wait for labor. I must admit though, I am in NO RUSH! There are a lot of things I’d like to complete before the JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-26173306897404184012011-02-17T19:23:00.000-06:002011-05-03T13:53:51.201-05:00February at the Krueger’sCurrently we are dealing with the sickies. Leland has croup and a slight ear infection. Asher has a cough. To top it off they both started vomiting this morning. They are very cranky and demand lots of loving. Trenten woke up vomiting the 2 nights ago. He seems to be better. I think his is digestive issues that has haunted him since birth.
I will be 20 WEEKS march 3rd!! Can you believe it? HalfJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-20205197619273423562011-01-26T14:58:00.001-06:002011-05-03T13:54:35.874-05:00Howdy!I know it has been quite sometime since I last posted. I honestly thought about deleting it. I love the internet and all that it offers. I wouldn't have found our midwife without it, wouldn't have some of the friends I do, wouldn't know that life exist outside my small little world. However, it still takes time & work to maintain a blog and be creative. I am still in early pregnancy and have veryJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-148386232155900852010-12-24T12:06:00.000-06:002010-12-24T12:06:21.883-06:00From The Krueger FamilyMERRY CHIRSTMAS!!
However you and your family celebrate (or not) Chirstmas, remember that Jesus was born in a manger to die on a cross! HE offers YOU the FREE gift of salvation. JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-56857040181820446132010-12-06T10:57:00.000-06:002011-05-03T13:35:18.766-05:00Pregnancy Journal: 12/06/10All day nausea still persist. It is manageable as long as I keep a little something in my tummy. I found one skirt that doesn't fit comfortable anymore. I am only 7 weeks! Things should still fit! Twins?? Maybe it has something with the 2 pounds I put on? My energy seems to be coming back. If I don't rest at least 20 minutes twice a day I feel it. My kitchen was a wreck last week and is workingJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-17341680801595325082010-11-29T11:27:00.000-06:002011-05-03T13:35:18.768-05:00Pregnancy Journal :11/29/2010EARLY PREGNANCY
Well, here we are! Pregnant again! We all are completely excited! I haven't felt pregnant up until today. Sure my energy has been low but that was all. Currently, I got all day nausea, my emotions are all over the place, and I stay hungry. I wasn't expecting to feel so pregnant so soon. I took a 6th test this morning because I still can't believe I am pregnant. The result were JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-65271442642890896452010-11-18T08:27:00.000-06:002010-11-27T18:24:01.084-06:00LifeSometimes I wish I could put it in slow motion and there are even times my flesh would like to push rewind! Life isn’t fair and I am fortunate to have learned that early in my life. It is a blessing to not have “The world owes me everything and I owe nothing” attitude. If you know Jesus then you understand that you do owe everything and you deserve nothing. Praise God for his Mercy and Grace. HisJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-6474125676679979682010-10-21T07:05:00.001-05:002010-12-17T18:33:12.370-06:00Homemade Convenience FoodI love "stretch your dollar with out sacrificing the taste" kinda recipes. Not only are most of them from scratch, most of them are way more healthier for you. You get to choose what you goes in and what dosen't
Here are a few of our favorites.
*How to Make Homemade Hamburger Helper-We have personally tried the chili mac and the lasagna. They are great! Every time I ask Canyon what he wants toJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-91233593080510972342010-10-08T18:21:00.000-05:002011-05-03T13:57:54.376-05:00AbsenceI would love to fill this post with exciting news and pictures. I can’t. We have just been doin’. There isn’t much to discuss. I could dish out a few more most than I have been. But I can’t promise.
I am praying for a peaceful winter. I hope it gives us time as a family to relax. I need to stock cookie ingredients and laminate our favorite recipes.
Sickness had taken over our home this week. WeJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-66266125055364488492010-09-20T07:30:00.000-05:002010-12-17T11:13:18.371-06:00Natural Medicine CabinetNatural medicine is a passion of mine. I love to read about it, study it, and most of all I love to use it. I appreciate that God has truly given us ALL we need.
Here are some links that have helped me along my journey. I hope that they help you in one way or another.
Natural Cough Remedies For Babies
Boosting Baby's and Toddler's Immune System Naturally
Homemade Cough and Cold Syrup
JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-10070458491853097652010-08-04T06:17:00.000-05:002010-08-04T06:17:16.938-05:00WHICH SPICE GOES WITH WHAT FOOD?Beans - cumin, cayenne, chili, oregano, parsley, pepper, sage, savory, thyme
Breads - anise, basil, caraway, cardamom, cinnamon, coriander, cumin, dill, garlic, lemon peel, orange peel,
oregano, poppy seeds, rosemary, saffron, sage, thyme
Fruits - allspice, anise, cardamom, Chinese 5-spice, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, ginger, mint
Potatoes - basil, caraway, celery seed, chervil, chives, JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-8715034674862033142010-08-01T00:00:00.002-05:002010-08-02T09:13:46.101-05:00Goals for AugustMy Canyon turns a whole 9 years old the 17th. I believe I mentioned that we were taking him for ice-cream and going to buy him a sketch pad and pencils(he is getting good a drawing!).
We are going to try our best to go pick peaches. W need to ask the person we got the apples from two years ago if we can pick again(it’s sorta family so shouldn’t be a big deal).
We need to finish all the JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-69640051720404074472010-07-25T22:48:00.001-05:002010-07-25T22:50:40.625-05:00Around The Homestead: July 2010
Homegrown produce! Nothing better!
As always things around here are busy and chaotic. Not in a bad way though. Our tomatoes have done well in this terrible southern weather. The rest of the garden is a graveyard I am afraid. We are still planning a fall garden! We haven’t got around to any of the actual work but the planning is progressing. I want to go pick peaches somewhere soon. If time JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-57658134974717470362010-07-14T15:05:00.001-05:002011-05-03T13:57:03.166-05:00Mammas NapMamma finds herself in a quiet home. How did that happen? She checks on the babies and they are snoozing away. Trenten has passed out and is tangled in the phone cord. Canyon is outside doing “man” stuff. Hmm… Mamma calls daddy to see what time he is getting off and decides she has time for a little nap. Mamma lays downs. Does she got to sleep? NO! She remembers that the daddy will be hungry whenJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-48682435778266378172010-07-11T16:30:00.001-05:002010-07-27T13:23:33.640-05:00Krueger Momma's ReturnHey everybody!!!! Things have been crazy around here.
The garden started out strong then we got a heat wave along with a dry spell. We got about 10+ gallons of squash in the freezer, a few quarts of green beans, and the tomatoes are still fairing well in the heat. We have been able to eat something out of the garden every week. It has helped the budget tremendously. We are planning on plantingJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-68540823806933275552010-07-05T02:47:00.001-05:002010-07-05T02:48:52.717-05:00Back to regular programming soon... I hope!Just a cute picture of my Asher man.
I hope to get back to blogging next week. I'm out of practice but I think I can manage a post or two. With the time I have been away one would think I could have wrote numerous post. Not this momma! Not a one!JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-61307146591582274932010-05-27T16:50:00.000-05:002011-05-03T13:35:18.769-05:00A Hearts Honest Desire**Since having time away from the computer I was able to put MY thoughts and emotions into words. I hope no one is offended. These are MY feelings and I am posting this only to help me in my healing journey and to let the few that do read into my life a little more. I have to admit that this is the most emotional post i have written to date. Not everything that I feel is reflected in this story JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-30495809573702728812010-05-21T17:56:00.000-05:002010-12-17T17:46:07.959-06:00ChamomileThe first herb I’d like to discuss is just a simple little flower named chamomile. Most grocery stores sale it(tea form), there are many great online resources, if you have a green thumb you can grow it, and you may be fortunate enough to find it growing wild. I have read that German Chamomile has the highest concentration of the essential oils responsible for it’s healing power.
I think JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-85786417207100143002010-05-09T19:21:00.000-05:002010-05-09T19:21:50.831-05:00Updates
Tuesday 5/3
We reposed our nanny goat. She wasn’t being taken care of properly. We have been asking for her back and they finally they gave in and gave her back. Derek promised to never make me give or sell anymore animals unless we knew 100 percent they were going to be taken care of .
Wednesday 5/4
We have continued with our challenge. Managed to JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-20139005834909052702010-04-29T15:51:00.000-05:002010-04-29T15:51:12.733-05:00Progress11 quarts of whole Roma 'maters
I wish I could say that these were from our garden. It's to early for tomato harvest I'm afraid. Got 'em for a good price though!
JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-54982161477378934552010-04-28T11:40:00.000-05:002010-04-28T11:40:01.281-05:00Quick HelloOur internet is still on even though I canceled the service. I think we got ‘till the 13th. Maybe not. I don’t know. I got very annoyed with the overseas customer service lady. She kept telling me that they would give me thirty days for Norton security then charge me $4.95 after that. NO! NO! NO! NO! I don’t want any service from you at all!!! Then blah, blah ,blah. You know how it goes.
Turns JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-90663351531254552552010-04-23T11:30:00.000-05:002010-04-23T11:30:43.862-05:00MIAThis will be the last day I post for a while. We need to cut back finances and the internet and home phone are going. I do intend on posting and keeping up with the series we got going here. We plan to take advantage of free wifi and the library. I have been wanting to implement a weekly library trip so it should work out.
I will use my time to studying my Fathers word , tend the garden, and ofJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-15141235302890629602010-04-16T22:41:00.003-05:002010-04-16T23:45:13.623-05:00Back To Nature : IntroLet’s face it herbs can be confusing. They are for me. I researched, researched, and researched and I’m still not sure if I got elderberry growing at the end of our driveway! I’ll have to wait ‘t’ll the end of summer.
On a more encouraging note, I have a deep passion and curiosity about herbs. I am amazed that God TRULY does provide everything we need. I love everything about herbs. Herbs have JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-83438506068784186812010-04-14T11:17:00.000-05:002010-04-14T11:17:00.545-05:00Checking InJust letting anyone that might be reading that we are super busy with spring chores and preparations.We have added some new animals, planting gardens, building a new coop, and considering buying some dairy goats.
We may try to find a u-pick for strawberries this weekend. Then again we may be to busy for that as well. Who knows. We just try to take it one thing at a time.
Blessings,
JENNIFER JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-17466639501894640422010-04-06T09:45:00.001-05:002010-04-06T09:45:03.736-05:00End of March updateThe weather for March was crazy. We still needed heat most nights. It felt like winter just dragged on! Now the weather is GREAT!!
We have not set up our tornado shelter. Nor gone over drills. We have had one tornado reported in Alabama. We need to get going!
We got our seeds in and are waiting to plant them in the dirt.
We have not found a u-pick for strawberries. I found a low-spray but heJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-87941578360046101852010-03-31T09:44:00.000-05:002010-03-31T09:44:07.056-05:00The Krueger Challenge: April Aprils challenge is to STOP eating fast food! It is terrible for your health an bad on the budget. Since we started remodeling the house we have used drive thru more than I want to admit. Though things around here are not finished I am able to cook regularly again.
Yes this may take more planning than you are used to. You may need to buy extra food to keep in the home.
But it will pay off. JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-23353121923796170002010-03-29T10:23:00.000-05:002010-03-29T10:23:36.689-05:00The Krueger Challenge: MarchOnly three days left in the month. But there is still some time to set a simple goal.
We decided back a few weeks ago to not purchase any new clothes. We can only buy from thrift stores, yard sale, and etc. The only exception is underwear and socks. Who wants used underwear and socks?
We would include shoes in this but it's hard to find decent shoes at thrift stores.At least for boys our age. JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-36922117560651775222010-03-29T10:03:00.000-05:002010-03-29T10:03:20.881-05:00The Krueger Challenge
This is the Asher man.Aint he a cutie!
We are need of some good habits. Spiritual, financial, nutritional, and physical. I have read in various places that it takes thirty days for something to become a habit. So we are setting a simple goal for each month and working hard to make it a habit. Some months the goal could be small. Some months the goal might be tough. Some goals may take two or JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-25475044278584858102010-03-25T11:27:00.001-05:002010-03-25T11:29:34.459-05:00Fevers We panicked the other night when Asher's fever spiked to 105 and was vomiting. We started giving a herbal tea enema to help bring his temp down and to keep him hydrated. He was doing good, his temp went down a little and was sleeping. I was holding him when I rubbed his head and felt his soft spot. It was bulging and his heart rate was high.
That is when I panicked. We took him to the ER. TheJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-75014617113340482202010-03-20T06:00:00.001-05:002010-03-20T06:00:01.322-05:00Crazy AnimalsWe went fishing. Just take a look at our spoil.
Yes, that is a lure in our goats mouth. Don't ask me how he got it there. I can tell you that is was a pain to remove. Don't get attached. Derek will be killing them off.
Then a hen decided to check out the area under the sink.It's all this spring weather!
Canyon came to the rescue. He's my hero!
JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-71929999240436867812010-03-12T14:11:00.005-06:002010-03-17T12:30:27.704-05:00Asher & Leland
Asher in the stripes. Leland in the red and navy.
They are eight months old.
So cute!
I call them my little mans.
They are so fun!
Asher in the wrap(right). Leland in the sling(left).
This only happens when they need time with mom and mom has lots to do.
Big brother Canyon took the picture.
They both are crawling and sitting up. Leland can pull himself up and walk along while holding on JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-90646138139974722122010-03-08T09:15:00.000-06:002012-01-31T13:24:04.572-06:00Happy Birthday ToME!!
first snow of 2010
I turn a measly 25 today. I am getting so old. JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-86024045680750638162010-03-02T09:53:00.005-06:002010-03-17T18:01:57.863-05:00March's GoalsFirst day of demo. I was a little hungry. Ok maybe a litte frustrated as well.
This month brings me much happiness.
The 20th is the first day of spring!! And my birthday is the 8th. Yes, Spring come after my birthday. I should have probably reversed the order. I am much more excited about spring!
Since we live in a mobile home and we are part of tornado alley, this month we will work on JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-87171423981279429962010-03-01T07:53:00.004-06:002010-03-17T18:16:13.367-05:00Oh boy! February was crazy! End of Month UpdateI’ve been working on the layout so the blog is a bit messy.
We didn’t get a new trailer. We planned to purchase a nice used trailer with a little more room. However, that was not the Lord’s plan.
We picked out a nice one and everything seemed great. They ended up giving us the run around and terrible service. We then go to another source and pick out another trailer. Everything is good. Our JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-60733910531497083142010-02-02T20:21:00.001-06:002010-02-02T20:57:47.107-06:00Recently Reviewed RecipesQuick Apple Coffee CakeI made it without the apples. This is great for a quick dessert or breakfast. Goes really well with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The recipe is simple and lends itself well for experimentation.Rich White Dinner Rolls Bread Machine Recommended This is a good recipe. We've ate them twice this week. Let them rise high before cooking and you will have big beautiful rolls. I didJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-89139587953471041102010-02-01T00:00:00.004-06:002010-03-17T18:09:39.766-05:00February's GoalsFebruary will be quite busy for us.
We begin the search for a mobile home(as soon as we get our taxes and Derek’s job allows) to replace the one we are currently renting. Our land lord agreed to let us rent this lot. In the mean time we will continue to save money for our own land. The decision was hard to make. We have went back and forth trying to make the best decision. In the end the only JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-33644317748267021382010-01-25T10:03:00.004-06:002010-01-25T10:20:50.406-06:00January's End of Month UpdateWe successfully completed our goals for January.We took the eggs to be incubated the 3rd and they started hatching the 23rd. So far we have 11(2 died during the night). We will be going to pick the rest up sometime this evening. Although we did fix a space in the shed for them I brought them inside this morning. I can keep and eye on them easily this way. Besides they are cute and cuddly when JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-2656849769183068402010-01-11T13:28:00.001-06:002010-01-25T10:21:37.035-06:00Homemade Pizza SeasoningI acquired a spice rack full of spices and when I ran out of the premixed stuff this is what I made. Not only is it good for pizza, it is good for marinara sauce and the like.I used 2 tablespoons each. Feel free to adjust to your taste buds.OreganoMarjoramBasilCrushed Red PepperGarlic PowderJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-69095564358377531012010-01-04T00:00:00.001-06:002010-01-25T10:21:53.188-06:00January’s Goals*Take eggs to friend to incubate and hatch for us. Lord willing we will have some meat birds and laying hens.*Prepare brooding area for chicks. Not keeping them inside this time.*Plan Spring GardenI decided to note Alabama’s seasonal produce for any local readers and for the curious using this chart.Seasonal Produce This month:The season for greens, herbs, pecans, strawberries, and sweet potatoesJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-64331396251253358792010-01-03T15:31:00.003-06:002010-01-25T10:22:46.155-06:00More pictures from Mt.CheahaThe Krueger's. Canyon was with his dad :~( Mr. Asher. Mr. Leland. My Trenten.A view from afar.JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-67192849505219028472010-01-02T15:26:00.004-06:002010-01-02T15:47:00.581-06:00Around the Homestead 1/2/2010Boy has my kitchen been busy and bloody.Derek has killed 4 deer this season. I am so thankful for this meat. It will allow our very tight budget to go a little further. In addition to the savings, it is much more healthier for us. We can’t afford organic grass fed animals so we hunt and raise our own.Canyon is growing up so fast. He is me made all over. Sometimes that finds him in trouble. He JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-64097948223572896802009-12-26T11:47:00.002-06:002009-12-26T11:53:28.239-06:00Kruegers New Year GoalsInstead of posting a long list of things we hope to accomplish this year, I decided to post our goals at the first of every month (within the first week). Then at the end of the month I will fill you in with the details of what got accomplished.Also for the new year I am going to try get my husband and 8 year old to post .I look forward to seeing your goals and hopes for the new year.‘Till then…JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-86328061028778448252009-12-08T12:30:00.004-06:002009-12-08T12:50:20.766-06:00LifeYes, just another simple post letting you all know I’m alive.
We are struggling with some decisions right now and ask for your prayers.
Have I ever mentioned that I like spring and summer the best?
Well, I do!
Can’t wait for the leaves, grass, and sun to return!!
JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-83883690349835233492009-11-18T16:10:00.003-06:002009-11-18T17:16:44.533-06:00Random updateWell things around here have been a bit crazy. But I wouldn’t expect anything otherwise.Derek caught a sneaky fox trying to snag a chicken. Lets just say it seen better days. He will make a lovely addition to a friends fur collection for a quilt.Our land lords alarm went off Sunday Morning about 1am. The man just has a supped up siren for a alarm y’all. It wouldn’t do any good. Just enough to JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-88972884674728762832009-11-09T10:41:00.008-06:002011-05-03T13:37:21.207-05:00Saturday Atop Mt CheahaSaturday we had a fellowship lunch atop Mt Cheaha . The weather was lovely and the sun never strayed.If you have ever thought about visiting Alabama then don't skip this place.Here is me and Derek on the deck at the restaurant.The creek leading to the waterfall.Top of the water fall.This would of been such a great picture if Trenten would of smiled.But don't let him fool you. He was one happy JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-10614233914129514012009-11-02T06:56:00.002-06:002009-11-05T15:17:03.061-06:00HELLOSorry for the loooong absences. I do miss posting regularly. It seems that this season of my life is meant spent with the family.It has been a year (the 4th ) since we discovered I was pregnant. Yeah it really has. The babies are doing wonderful. They acquired a nasty little cough from their brother. Their cuteness level hasn’t changed any though. They will be 5 months the 18th and I have NO clueJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-70481130072387384202009-09-23T13:30:00.002-05:002012-01-31T13:28:09.976-06:00Possible furture sewing projectinsertable pockets for diaper coversJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-52567533558791021572009-09-22T22:48:00.002-05:002011-05-03T13:36:26.058-05:00A journey with cloth diapersThe first time I remember putting a cloth diaper on was in 2006. I picked up some cheap pre-folds from wal-mart during my pregnancy with our 4 year old to use as burp cloths.A few short months after his birth, I was trying to reduce our needs and decided to try cloth. I picked some pins and “rubber pants” on our next shopping trip; went home and proceeded to pin my first diaper on.It went as wellJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-48565693911988664872009-09-21T17:57:00.002-05:002009-11-05T15:17:03.062-06:003 MONTHSWhat a blessing it has been. Nursing is going great. They started sleeping through the night last week. I am one happy momma. Leland & AsherJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-64293938411181919112009-08-31T08:27:00.006-05:002009-11-05T15:24:03.581-06:00August's HappeninsSee I am alive. Me and the twins were in one our favorite nursing spots. Leland is on the left and Asher would be on the right. I can tell them apart easily. Everyone says they look just alike but they don't to me. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~What is this? Why it is a homemade tent of course! We were going to camp a night by the pond Thursday but it rained. The boysJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-45274775710259895832009-07-27T15:42:00.002-05:002011-05-03T13:36:56.079-05:00If you are inrested in supporting a good causeMidwives are completely illegal here in Alabama. The Alabama Birth Coalition is doing a fantastic job at making it possible for families like us to legally have a midwife attended birth. Every dollar raised will be matched by a generous family. That means that your dollar is worth two!!If you are interested in donating you can do so hereJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-64727572538738936102009-07-22T15:12:00.000-05:002009-11-05T15:24:33.007-06:00LIFEI have been busy figuring the whole twin thing out. Although most things come natural, I still have not figured out how to calm two screaming babies. Do not worry it is not colic. They love to be held and cuddled. With Derek being gone 10 days at a time, it has been a tough adjustmentI barely make it out of the grocery store with out the babies crying. They HATE their car seats. I usually forget JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-30413925739230565722009-07-03T20:58:00.005-05:002011-05-03T13:34:47.254-05:00Birth Story & Other UpdatesWednesday June 17th I was feeling a little weak. Carrying twins is no easy task. Exciting? Yes! Easy? NO! On Thursday the 18th round 5:00 am, the alarm went off for Derek to get up and prepare himself for work. As always, he hit the snooze a few times. At approximately 5:30am my water broke.“OH NO!” I said. Derek jumped out of bed and asked “What?” I told him my water broke. At that moment, I JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-40102440615185195042009-06-20T18:03:00.003-05:002009-11-05T15:26:11.555-06:00Introducing...ASHER WILLIAM******************LELAND SHIRE 6.13 lbs & 20 inches************************6.5lbs & 18 inches My water broke around 5:30 am Thursday morning. Couldn't make it to the cottage. So plan B, the hospital. Asher was born all natural at 8:23 am. Unfortunately, Leland was cut out at 8:42. Be back later to tell the story! I got some loving to do.JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-67613184501906580282009-06-15T16:18:00.002-05:002009-11-05T15:26:32.746-06:00Working man JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-35780123727348012592009-06-15T08:58:00.002-05:002011-05-03T13:35:18.771-05:00No ProgressMaybe I should let our readers know that the babies are NOT here.We took the four-hour drive to the midwife’s for nada. We stayed in town the weekend just in case, labor did begin. However, activity stopped all together.Derek and I decided to come home yesterday and wait for other signs of labor.Please pray.Derek and I want what is best for the babies and me and we do whole-heartedly believe thatJenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-74577802991721272032009-06-12T19:45:00.002-05:002011-05-03T13:34:47.256-05:00Labor in ProgressNot full blown labor, but labor.Enough to keep me moving 'round.Enough to get me to 5 centimeters!!Not long now!!Not long now!!JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-48804480477328263722009-06-10T17:51:00.001-05:002011-05-03T13:34:47.257-05:00Labor?Not quite yet.I did however lose my mucous plug today.JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-9124029556825136962009-06-09T10:06:00.002-05:002011-05-03T13:34:47.259-05:00SUPER BELLY!!Need I say more?JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-47234819594115780902009-06-05T18:42:00.006-05:002011-05-03T13:34:47.260-05:00What a Day We made it in time for the ultrasound! Both babies are head down. That of course could change. Lord willing, I hope it doesn't.Their approximate weights are 6.6 and 5.14. Only an eight ounce difference! God is good!!Unfortunately, we did not get to see our midwife because she was attending a birth. We are amazed daily by his mercy, provisions, and grace. We are planning to prepare our bedroom JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-45248285530476068342009-05-29T11:21:00.005-05:002011-05-03T13:35:18.772-05:00Ok Here Is The Belly Pic I PromisedI never got around to asking Derek to take the picture. Sorry!Yes, that is my real belly! Amazingly, my back is not aching. However, my feet are!34 weeks & 4 days!! JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-47764380795788393412009-05-19T10:47:00.002-05:002011-05-03T13:35:18.774-05:00A big issue with natural childbirth and me is tearing.My hospital births were horrible. The doctor did what he was trained to do. Just get the baby out and fix mom up later.I had horrible tears. So bad that I was scared to know what it looked like. I never looked.Boy ‘ole boy did I feel the pain. I thought it was just normal to tear and be stitched up and suffer for weeks, months, and even years JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-61070094891518341352009-05-11T11:01:00.001-05:002011-05-03T13:34:47.262-05:0032 and countingI am 32 weeks today!I measured 42 inches Friday at our midwife appointment.Derek and I are preparing the nest taking care of last minute chores and praying.We seem to have hit a financial bump in the road and there is absolutely nothing we can do except pray and wait.Family is driving ME crazy about a stinking baby shower. It seems they all have the urge to buy cute matching outfits. I have JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-23769380529495971482009-05-07T08:53:00.001-05:002011-05-03T13:34:47.263-05:00Just being PregnantI am having a hard time with word lately.I hope that it is the pregnancy part getting to me.I know that I am a little outspoken and headstrong but it is no excuse for me to speak hatefully to others. As A reminder, I printed Proverbs 15:1 on a pretty piece of paper and am going to frame and hang it as a daily reminder that you catch more flies with honey instead of vinegar.Yeah I am a little JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8486730592995253105.post-75012919601558000432009-04-28T07:07:00.004-05:002009-11-05T15:28:58.812-06:00Three is our number!We recently had 9 new animals added to the homestead.Nope, the fox didn't get our kitties after all. We found them a few weeks ago. Dearla hid them under the trailer in the insulation. I believe we have two males and one female.Derek herd an ad on the radio and brought these home a few weeks ago. They are about 2 months old. My little brother let one out Saturday. Our land lord happen to see it JenniferKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229210473475604770noreply@blogger.com1