Learning how to dye fiber

With my spinning group we decided to dye fibers, skeins of yarn. What a Blast had by all. Here is some picture of the fun filled day. So looking forward to this month learning how to card, hand card and much more.

three colors on raw roving

this was in a ball. One end colored with teal, the other end purple. This is the out come of it. Beautiful

This was a skein of yarn with many color dyes on it.

this is raw fibers dark gray with deep blue dye.

this is the first dye on time of page spun up. Beautiful.

we do have a wonderful time learning this lost art. Here is some pictures of the ladies spinning up a storm.

 Hope you enjoy this as much as I have.

God Bless and have a great week.

Chapter four "Lord, Change Me?"

Chapter four
Changed-When I study God's Word.

How did you make out reading Romans 12? Did you see in verse 1, SURRENDER ALL, verse 2 LET GOD TRANSFORM ME, NOT THE WORLD. Change the way THINKING, then you will learn to know GOD'S WILL.
So much more...But this verses stood out to me...What a great reminder and may I put it to practice in my life.

Deep Bible Study also produces Spiritual Maturity- Christlikeness in me.

In this chapter what stood out..

OBSERVATION: Observe accurately what the passage really says.
Purpose of a Bible Study is to let God be the Teacher.....

INTERPRETATION: Study what the tests says. Look up word meaning. Must spend time studying its meaning.

APPLICATION: Real change in us comes when we take the truths we have observed and interpreted and apply them to our lives.

Ask yourself these questions as you read God's Word.
1. What already was a part of my thinking?
2. What is new to me?
3. What requires a change in my thinking?
4. What already was a part of my actions?
5. What can be applied to my behavior?
6. What am I doing wrong?
7. What action can I take to obey now?

So apply the three: Observation, Interpretation, Application...this week ..

May you see a change in your life ...
Have a great Day..Deb

Chapter three "Lord, Change Me?"

Chapter Three

Study on II Timothy 3:16 How God used Scripture to Change you..
Let's brake down some of the word in II Timothy 3:16
DOCTRINE: When God stops us on something He wants changed in our beliefs only
REPROOF: The process of exposing and conviction of  things He is dissatisfied with in our lives
CORRECTION: Restoration to an upright state
INSTRUCTION IN RIGHTEOUSNESS: Showing us the directions He wants us to go (JB Phillips translated this "re-setting the direction of a man's life and training him in good living.)

Keep studying God's Word.
for home work write out a Dear God letter. After God speaks through His Word, write God a letter telling Him what he will change in your life because of what God pointed out to you. SEAL IT and re-open next month. See how God is changing you...

Study Romans 12 as well.

Hugs Deb

Chapter 2 "Lord Change Me!"

Lord, How Do I Change?

Where you get Wisdom to Change? James 1:5
Who is the teacher right conduct of life? I John 2:27
How He teaches. Isaiah 28:9

Chapter 2
Seven methods of how God changes us will be dealt with in the next seven chapters. The first method-
Reading in Scripture till God speaks. Try it out read until God stops you by making YOU aware of a specific need, prayer to pray, truth to apply, and so forth. Stop reading at once and ACT on what you have read.

How do we change? James 1:5- We ask God for wisdom.
What is a good definition of wisdom? Wisdom is a practical , applied life style. Not only knowing something in our heads, but applying it to our lives so it becomes a part of us.

How does God answer our prayer for wisdom? He will give it to you if you ask.

Does God ever turn us down when we ask for wisdom? NO- He will not rebuke you for asking.

What is the process of seeking wisdom from His Word? Read till God stops us.

Psalm 25:5 Lead me in Your truth and teach me, For You are the God of my salvation; On You I wait all the day.
By Reading God's Word , touches are Heart

How does God speak to us? II Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is given by inspiration(God Breath) of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.
He will give us a new thought from an old familiar verse on passage, other times a single word of several words will seem to be in bold print, or feel a gentle nudge from God.

When God stops us, we should analyze His reason for stopping us. We each need to ask what can I do to change Lord..
How will we be changed? Isaiah 28:9,10 Whom will he teach knowledge? And whom will he make to understand the message? Those just weaned from milk? Those just drawn from the breasts? For precept must be upon precept, precept upon precept, Line upon line, line upon line, Here a little, there alittle.

Homework: Keep a spiritual diary of what God says(speaks) to you in the coming week on Colossians 3:1-4:6 Read it daily...Please let me know how God spoke to you..would love to hear how God is working in your heart and life.

I pray for you asking God to REMOVE ALL hindrance in your life.

Just a reminder: What are the six things to apply to your & my life?
READ
HEED
STUDY
PRAY
FILLED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT
DOING(APPLY IT TO YOUR LIFE)

May the Word of God dwell in you! God Bless and have a great week. Deb

Hot Chocolate Treat!

Dip marshmallow in melted chocolate, roll into crushed candy cane candy. Then stick a candy cane in middle of  the marshmallows. Get a cup of Hot chocolate ready and place into cup..  YUMMY!!! This will be a great treat on a cold winter night...

Being a" Nana"

Most exciting news!!! I'm a "Nana" again...
My son and daughter-in-law had identical twin girls...What a Blessing and answer of prayer. My daughter-in-law has been bed rest in the hospital for over three months. The doctors didn't have much hope if she(our granddaughters would make it in the world. But guess what God had other plans...Love it when God shows His Power, Hand on his children. Oh! did I say also the girls were born one month earlier as well, and one of the girls weight was 6lbs and 14oz, and the other 5lbs and 6oz.
My hubby and I have been so blessed to have two beautiful grand girls. I want to share with you the two miracle twins.

Just got cleaned up: Welcome Evelyn and Lydia

Lydia and Evelyn winter hats I made for them!

What a awesome feeling holding my twin grandchildren. Bundle of JOY!

Just had to share this picture my daughter-in-law sent me of Evelyn....Isn't see such a doll....

Again want to Thank my Heavenly Father for the two precious girls and caring for my daughter-in-law as well. God does answer prayers folks don't ever doubt that. 

Proverbs 3:5,6 

God Bless you all; "Nana" Deb

30th. Anniversary at the 'Springfield Community Chapel"

What Fun had by all. "Babble the Clown" Face Painting adults and children.
Great week-end!

Face painting a pastor's wife.

Clown for Christ! "Babble's"

Chapter 1 :Lord Change Me"

iChapter 1

Who , me change?
I'm doing  okay on the level
where I am.
You mean there's something
better than
what I have?

Do you like yourself pretty much as you are now? Or do you feel you could stand some changing?
Do you think you could have better relationships with people than you have now?
Can you think of a particular relationship that could be improved? Are you satisfied with your relationshp with God or could it be better also?

How God showed me this week where I needed to be changed. One thing I do struggle with is self worth .
 God you can use someone else that has more knowledge then I, But thankfully God showed me that I'm worthy ....I'm a child of the King!!!  Ephesians 4:1 Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God.
I see here God has chosen me(us) to be Christ's representatives on earth, in light of this truth, Paul challenges us to live lives worthy of the calling we have received-the awesome privilege of being called Christ's very own. This includes being humble, gentle, patient, understanding, and peaceful. People are watching your life. Can they see Christ in you?How well are you doing as his representative?
Just remember Satan will try to do ANYTHING to get your minds, heart and soul off Christ..He will do anything to discourage you..So DON'T SATAN win... CHRIST IS THE VICTORY!!!!

Becoming more Christlike-- Admitting that I(you) was the one who needed changing.
We are responsible before God for our actions and the changes that need to be made in us. Other people are responsible before God for their actions and need to change.

What is the goal of any change in our lives? Romans 8:29; I John 3;2
For the benefit of any non-Christians in the session, mention that only members of God's family-those who have accepted His gift of eternal life through faith in His Son Romans 6:23- can bear the 'family likeness of His Son: Romans 8:29.

Study I Peter 3:1-2

Some questions for you to think about.
How "chaste (pure) and reverent" would you rate your behavior on a scale of 1-10?
Are there any relationships with your family, close friends, and acquaintance you think could be improved? Consider those with your husband, wife, children, mother-in-law, and so forth.

Do you think the relationship would improve if the other person would only change? Stop doing so-and-so? Stop saying this or that?
How would others rate you on this scale? Do people have a tendency to tell you what they think of you rather than to observe your "chaste and reverent" behavior?
How would God rate you on this scale? As He looks at your life, do you think He feels all the problems in your relationships with others are always the other person fault? Does He see anything in your life that needs changing? How well do you know Him-as Saviour and Lord? Do you feel the need to pray, "Lord , change me today"?

Are you willing to change in any way He asks you to?
Do you honestly feel you could ask other people to " do as I do not as I say"?

Assignment: Pick one person toward whom his behavior needs to change....

Something to think about and apply to your life...Remember WWJD
Deb

Ladies Bible Study FUN NIGHT!!

We had a great time drawing on these mugs with sharpie markers....
Thought it would be a great reminder for all of us as we sip on a cup of coffee or tea , it will remind us that we need to "Lord Change Me" every day....Romans 8:29 to be like his Son;
Romans 12:2 Let God transform you .....

What you do is draw or write on them how ever you like, then turn your oven on to 350 and bake them for 30 minutes. Then shut your oven off and let them cool down in oven.
Hand wash them do not put them in the dish washer...
Enjoy!! hugs Deb

Apple Pie Filling

18 pounds apples
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
4 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup corn starch
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
10 cups water
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Need: about 7 quart jars and lids. Cleaned and hot bathed jars..
Wash apples, then peel,core,and slice. To prevent apples from browning, place them in large bowls of water with lemon juice added(2 teaspoons lemon juice to 5 cups water)

In a large pot, combine sugar, starch, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and water. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly for approximately 15 minutes or until thick and caramel colored. Remove from heat and stir in 3 tablespoons lemon juice.

Put apples into pot with the liquid. Mix well...bring it back to a boil...simmer for about 1-2 minutes. Ladle the hot apple/liquid mixture into canning jars. Seal and place on counter with towel wrapped over them.

"Lord Change Me" Bible Study.....

Ladies Bible Study started up last night and the book we will be doing is : "Lord Change Me" I'm so excited about doing this with the ladies and thought I would share some of the study with you.

I open up with Romans 8:29 For God knew his people in advance, and he chose them to become like his Son, so that his Son would be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters.

So I see Gods ultimate Goal for us is to make us like Christ...

I John 3:2 Dear friends , we are already God's children but he has not yet shown us what we will be like when Christ appears. But we do know that we will be like him, for we will see him as he really is.

As we become more like Him, we discover our true selves, the persons we were created to be.
How can we become like Christ? By READING and HEEDING(give attention too; careful attention) the Word, by STUDING his life, spending time in PRAYER, being FILLED with his SPIRIT(Holy Spirit), and DOING his Work in the World.
Did you see that....I see six commands for us to apply in our life.

1. Read: II Cor. 3:18  So all of us who have had that VEIL REMOVED can SEE and REFLECT the glory of the Lord. And the Lord who is the Spirit makes us more and more like him as WE ARE CHANGED into his GLORIOUS IMAGE.

2. Heed: II Tim. 3:18  ALL SCRIPTURE is inspired by God and is useful to TEACH US what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It CORRECT US when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right.

3. Study: Joshua 1:8 Study this Book of Instruction continually MEDITATE on it DAY and Night so you will Be sure to OBEY EVERYTHING WRITTEN IN IT. Only then will you PROSPER and SUCCEED in ALL YOU DO.  
see here study: devote; Meditate: deep thought; Obey: Do It....

4. Prayer: Prov 15:8b Delights in the prayers of the upright...
God delights in us when we pray.....
Eph.6:18 Pray in the Spirit at All Times and on every occasion. STAY ALERT and BE PERSISTEN in your prayers for ALL believers everywhere.

Don't give up....God know's before we ask, but He is seeing if we are going to be faithful to pray .

5. Holy Spirit Filled: Eph. 1:13,14  And now you Gentiles have also heard the truth, the Good News that God saves you. And when you believed in Christ, he identified you as his own by GIVING you the HOLY SPIRIT, whom he promised long ago. The Spirit is God's guartantee that he will give us the inheritance he promised and that he has purchased us to be his own people. He did this so we would praise and glorify Him.

you have to be a child of God to have the Holy Spirit indwell in you... Romans 10:9-16

6. Doer's; James 1:22a But don't just listen to God's word, You must do what is says. 

You can not blame other's,,,the choice is yours.....Be Obedient to the Word of God....
Only then will you prosper and succeed.  

My prayer to you ALL is Ps. 1:2,3 But they delight in the law(ALL SCRIPTURE) of the Lord meditating on it DAY and NIGHT.. They are like trees planted along the riverbank bearing fruit each season...

I pray that you will meditate on the Word of God and be planted...bearing fruit so others can see CHRIST IN YOU....

God Bless and keep watch for more on ''LORD CHANGE ME"
HUGS DEB

The Twelve Disciples (number eight)

Well sorry it took me so long to get back . Hope you learn and enjoy the study on the Twelve Disciples.
Name: Thomas
Occupation: unknown
Outstanding Characteristcs: Courage and doubt
Major Events in His Life: Suggested the disciples go with Jesus to Bethany even if it meant death: asked Jesus about where he was going: refused to believe Jesus was risen until he could see Jesus alive and touch his wounds.
What Jesus Said about Him: Said Thomas believed because he actually saw Jesus after the Resurrection.
A Key Lesson from His Life: Even when Christians experience serious doubts, Jesus reaches out to them to restore their faith.
Selected References: Matthew 10:3 ; John 14:5; 20:24-29: John 21:1-13

God Bless; Deb

Sweet Baby Ray's Crockpot Chicken

Friend of mine sent this too me and its sounds so...yummy that I had to share it with you All...

Sweet Baby Ray's Crockpot Chicken

4-6 chicken breast
1 btl Sweet Baby Ray's sauce
1/4 c vinegar
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 c brown sugar
1 tsp garlic powder
Mix everything but chicken
Place chicken in crockpot (frozen is ok)
Pour sauce mixture over chicken
Cook on low 4-6 hours

Enjoy! And please let me know what you think of it.

Have a great day...God Bless...Deb

April Give Away Winner is?

Congratulation's to Anna Pearl Attic.....you are the winner of the April give away..Please contact me with your address and I will send out your Gift package of Goat Milk Soap...
Thank you again for checking out my site.
God Bless Deb

The Twelve Disciples (seventh one)

Matthew(Levi)

Occupation: Tax collector
Outstanding characteristics: Despised outcast because of his dishonest career
Major Events in His Life: Abandoned his corrupt (and financially profitable) way of life to follow Jesus; invited Jesus to a party with his notorious friends; wrote the Gospel of Matthew.
What Jesus Said about Him: Called him to be a disciple
A Key Lesson from His Life: Christianity is not for people who think they're already good; it is for people who know they've failed and want help
Scriptures to study: Matthew 9:9-13; Mark 2:15-17; Luke 5:27-32

My prayer for you today is that you will follow Jesus...it will be the Best descion you will ever make..ask Jesus into your heart and life..please if you have any question please e-mail me. Would love to talk with you.
Just a reminder see the key lesson of his life.. I like the part it is for people who know they've failed and want help. We are born a sinner and we will fail but remember when you cry out to Jesus He will be there!

May you get blessed as I have today studying on Matthew.
Hugs Deb

The Twelve Disciples (Sixth one)

Nathanael

Occupation: Unknown
Outstanding Characteristics: Honest and straight-forward
Major Events in His Life: Initially rejected Jesus because Jesus was from Nazareth but acknowledged him as the "Son of God" and "King of Israel" when they met.
What Jesus Said about Him: Called him "a true son of Israel" and "an honest man"
A Key Lesson from His Life: Jesus respects honesty in people- even if they challenge him because of it.
Scripture's to study on your own.: Mark 3:18; John 1:45-51; John 21:1-13

Love his characteristics we should all be honest and straight forward..., did you see that Jesus respects honesty in people- even if they challenge him because of it..

Just so enjoy studying the twelve disciples...I have learned so much, and may I continue learning in Him.
I'm so thankful for my mom and dad, they taught me to be honest and straight forward in my life and may I always continue that in my life and that JESUS SHINES IN ME!!!!!
Thank you Lord for your Word and Love to me..
Please dig deeper in studying the twelve disciples in your time in the Word of God. Also may it challenge you in your walk in Him. I know you will learn something every time...
Have a great day...hugs Deb

"Varney's Clay Sports"

Josh you did great today! We had so much fun watching you out in the field. Here is some picture's of the day..

You were "AWESOME"

Great shot!!! You got it...

you can do it, I know you can...

What a wonderful afternoon with our son. Looking forward to having roasted duck soon:)

Keep practicing my son....

Love you my son...hugs/kisses...

The JOY spending time with our children...

Fiber Fun!

This week  work on carding some of my wool fibers. Had so much fun and relaxing day...Here is what I did

Drum Card

Sheep Wool..

Finish project!

Ready to spin up into yarn..

this is some dog hair I had carded up for a neighbor. Very cottony looking...

Will show you later the finish hand spun yarn done.

Again want to thank ALL my Spinning Group for showing me, and teaching me so much in the fiber/spinning world....

The Twelve Disciples (fifth one)

Philip

Occupation: Fisherman
Outstanding Characteristics: Questioning attitude
Major Events in His Life: Told Nathanael about Jesus; wondered how Jesus could feed the 5,000; asked Jesus to show his followers God the Father; he and Andrew told Jesus that Greeks wanted to see him
What Jesus Said about Him: Asked if Philip realized that to know and see him was to know and see the Father.
A Key Lesson from His Life: God uses our questions to teach us.

Scriptures to study: Matthew 10:3; John 1:43-46; John 12:20-22; John 14:6-11

Penobscot County Herbal Society

Penobscot County Herbal Society

We got together today and had a great time..

Craft things you can make..

Brenda shared about Pour and mold soap using Lavender Buds in it...Smells so good...

Us ladies sharing and laughing together. We have so much fun learning together the different herbs that we have outside are windows and fields..

Thanks all for a wonderful time today.

hugs Deb

The Twelve Disciples(four)

Andrew(Peter's brother)

Occupation - Fisherman
Outstanding Characteristics-Eager to bring others to Jesus
Major Events in His Life- Accepted John the Baptist's testimony about Jesus; told Peter about Jesus; he and Philip told Jesus that Greeks wanted to see him.
What Jesus Said about Him- Said he would fish for people.
A Key Lesson from His Life- Christians are to tell other people about Jesus.

Scripture's to read on your own; Matthew 4:18-20; John 1:35-42;6:8,9; John 12:20-24

Wow! What an outstanding person he is....did you see that--EAGER to bring Others to JESUS...
That is one of my goals on earth...Bring others to Jesus....If you are a follower of Christ, we are to be Obedience.
Hugs Deb  Oh! HAVE A GREAT DAY....

Homemade Shout (Laundry cleaner)

2/3 cup Dawn Dishwashing liquid
2/3 cups ammonia
6 Tbsp. baking soda
2 cups warm water

Mix all together well, and pour into a spray bottle.
Before you go to use it..give it a shake.
To use: spray on stains and let it soak a few minutes at least.

Love being able to make my own cleaning supplies..

No-Grate Homemade Laundry Detergent

3 Tbsp. Borax
3 Tbsp. Washing Soda
2 Tbsp. Dawn Dish Soap(any scent)

Put ingredients in a one gallon jug. Pour 4 cups boiling water into the jug. Swirl until ingredients are dissolved in the liquid.
Let cool. Then fill almost to the top with cold water. The bubbles will overflow out of the bottle some.
Use 1/2 cup to 1 cup per load.
Of course there are still those items of clothing that will need an extra boost...stain wise.

The Third Disciple

John (son of Zebedee), Jame's brother, and the disciple Jesus

Occupation: Fisherman

outstanding Characteristics: Ambitious, judgmental, later-very loving

Mayor Events in His Life: Third disciple in core group; asked Jesus for a place of honor  in his Kingdom; wanted to call down fire on a Samaritan village; a leader of the Jerusalem church;
wrote the Gospel of John, 1,2,3, and Revelation.

What Jesus Said about Him: Called John and James "Sons of Thunder"; said he would fish for people; would drink the cup Jesus drank, would take care of Jesus Mother after Jesus death.

A Key Lesson from His Life: The transforming power of the love of Christ is available to all.

Some verse for you to look up: Mark 1:19; Mark 10:35-40; Luke 9:52-56; John 19:26,27;
 John 21:20-24

Enjoy!!! Hugs Deb

James( one of the Twelve Disciples)

James:(son of Zebedee), he and his brother, John, were called the "Sons of Thunder"
Occupation: Fisherman
Outstanding Characteristics: Ambitious, short tempered, judgmental, deeply committed to Jesus
Major Events in His Life: Also in core group; he and his brother, John, asked Jesus for places of honor in his Kingdom; wanted to call fire down to destroy a Samaritan Village; first disciple to be martyred.
What Jesus Said about Him: Called James and John "Sons of Thunder" said he would fish for people, would drink the cup Jesus drank.
A key lesson from His life: Christians must be willing to die for Jesus.

Love studying about the Disciples.. it draws me closer to my walk with Christ.. You will see and studying the different things and characteristics. It shows that we can ALWAYS be forgiven if our hearts are right with God.
A Changed Heart and Willing Heart is what God wants to see and it will bless Him so...make this your prayer today...

the next Disciple will be John...
Have a Wonderful Day in the Lord! Hugs Deb

The Twelve Disciples

I will share with you a little about them:
first one is on Simon peter:(son of John)

 (Occupation) Fisherman;

 (Outstanding Characteristics)- Impulsive; later-bold in preaching about Jesus;

( Major Events in His Life) One of three in core group of disciples; recognized Jesus as the Messiah; denied Christ and repented; preached Pentecost sermon; a leader of the Jerusalem church; baptized Gentiles; wrote 1 and 2 Peter.

(What Jesus Said about Him); Named him Peter, "rock"; called him "Satan" when he urged Jesus to reject the cross; said he would fish for people; he received revelation from God; he would deny Jesus; he would later be crucified for his faith.

(A Key Lesson from His Life);Christians falter at times, but when they return to Jesus, he forgives them and strengthens their faith

Some scripture verse for you to look up and study:
Matthew 4:18-20
Mark 8:29-33
Luke 22:31-34
John 21:15-19
Acts 2:14-41
Acts 10:1-11:18

Dandelion Fritters

I remember when we first moved to Springfield Maine, a lady in our community had deep fried dandelion flowers and dropped them off to us to try. They were very good. They kind of tasted like fried clams..
This simple recipe, dandelion flowers are coated with a batter and then fried to perfection. To prepare the flowers, harvest them fresh when they are fully open and remove the green bracts. Fry them up as soon as possible so that the flowers are still nice and open.
They are delicious!

Dandelion Fritters

Ingredients:

1/3 cup flour

1/3 cup milk

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/3 cup corn meal

1 egg

dash of sea salt,

generous amount of an oil that can withstand high heat.

Mix the dry ingredients together and then add the egg and mix well.
Dip the flower blossoms into the mix and fry in hot oil until golden.
Let cool slightly and enjoy!

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Resurrection Morning Service

What a beautiful Resurrection Morning at the Springfield Community Chapel ....Sunrise shinning bright, folks gathering outside in front of Chapel, children dressed up in their Easter clothes, Breakfast smelling threw the door. Excitement in the air!
Jesus Has Risen!

We had 62 folks for Easter Sunrise Service and 75 for breakfast and 94 folks for the children program ..and around 81 during Worship Service

.WOW! What a blessing ! Praise The Lord!

 Here is some pictures of the morning.

Sunday School Program! 

The Children did A GREAT JOB! We are surely Blessed! May God get ALL THE GLORY!