• Redbud Flowers

    Redbud Flowers

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    The redbud trees are starting to bloom already, which is a sign of the beginning of spring around here in east Texas. Redbud flowers are small, pink flowers that grow all over the stems and branches of the redbud tree where growth nodes are present. The small flowers can be used to make teas and…

  • The Little Red Pompom

    The Little Red Pompom

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    Years ago there was a little girl that always felt so lonely. Even if others were around she felt still alone. She didn’t understand why but she had trouble connecting with others and making friends. One year she was sent to summer camp. Despite begging to stay home she was told the same thing she…

  • Dead Fish Hat

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    I designed and made this hat about 5 years ago. I’m not sure if it was originally for myself or my husband but he tends to wear it out more than I have a chance to, so I’ll say it’s his. I love this dead fish hat, it’s my favorite hat, for my favorite guy.

  • I know what it’s like

    I know what it’s like

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    I know what it’s like to grow up feeling like you had no one: that you couldn’t trust anyone. To grow up in fear of loss or being hurt again. I know what it’s like not being accepted and being neglected. I understand brokenness and loneliness. I know what it feels like to feel all…

  • Website Overhaul

    Website Overhaul

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    Our website has recently changed in a big way (a good way). After a lot of prayer and conversations we’ve finally changed it to be about our ministry instead of just a shop. It has been on my heart for years to start a ministry for children who have suffered from abuse, sexual abuse, neglect,…

  • Big dogs for big hugs

    Big dogs for big hugs

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    I’ve been working my big dogs (I don’t have a name for them yet), trying to work out the final designs and my daughter figured out baby clothes fit on them.

  • Hibiscus and Chamomile

    Hibiscus and Chamomile

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    Hibiscus and chamomile are pretty much a staple in our house now. Both have antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antiviral properties (along with plenty of other good things) and a little seems to go a long way.

  • Goldenrod

    Goldenrod

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    The goldenrod here in East Texas is getting ready to bloom. I think this will be the year that I finally manage to go out and harvest some to use in tinctures and teas.

  • Gummy Bears

    Gummy Bears

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    I’m still working on getting the site up. It’s slow going but we’ll get there. In the meantime I thought I would share some photos of a few of our gummy bears.