Why so serious? We're at Stoney Ridge Farm! Smiles everyone!

There's my smiling girls! Let's go have some fun!

Children of the corn!

Aren't we cute?

The end of a perfect day!

I've decided to be brave and self-publish my first book. Or in this case booklet. I took a batch to the CTR Book Store in Bellingham. That's where you can purchase them. It's called "Gospel Activities for Youngsters". It's meant for children that are just beginning to read or can't yet read at all. I hope you check it out.

We had a lot of apples this year from our three trees. We gave away many, but still had tons of apples. I have been trying all kinds of recipes lately. Today I decided to look up recipes online. I wanted to make apple fritters. Doesn't that sound nummy! I made a batch and took them to my writing group tonight. They were inhaled. So here's the recipe. Simple and delicious. Mix together 2 cups of flour (I used half whole wheat and half white), 3 Tablespoons of sugar, 2 beaten eggs and one cup of milk. Stir really well, cover with plastic and put it in the fridge for two hours. Dice up two cups of apples and add to the mixture. Drop by tablespoon into hot oil. Brown both sides. Lay on paper towels then coat them with powder sugar or a cinnamon sugar mixture. Enjoy.

I've noticed on my friends blogs that they often share little bits of wisdom and sometimes cute things their children say and do. Sometimes they also share their strong opinions on certain issues. It's all very entertaining and I do enjoy them a lot. Thank you so much for sharing pieces of yourself. I get to know you better and get a laugh or two occasionally out of the deal. Please keep sharing.

The only thing I can think to share right now is the amazing series of books I've just finished reading. "The Great and Terrible" is awesome! What I have learned from them is how the Lord continues to be there for us and that Satan wants to drive us away from Him. Which voice do we listen to? What can we do to stay strong and valiant in these last days? How can we be prepared? Are we ready? This bookaholic was left with much to ponder as the last book ended and the tears were streaming down my face. I'm willing to share my books (they are circulating rapidly) or CDs to anyone who would love to read or hear them. Well worth your time.

Ryan and his girlfriend Kim. He didn't say I couldn't put this on my blog, so I am. I wonder if he'll find out! Hee Hee!