Saturday, April 11, 2009

Scarf Pattern

Scarf Pattern
Cast on 12 (or desired width)
Row 1: knit
Row 2: knit
Row 3: K1, *yo twice, K1; repeat from * to end.
Row 4: Knit across, dropping the yo loops as you go.

Repeat these 4 rows until desired length.
(K1 = knit one)
(yo = yarn over)

Dishwashing Fun

Hi! Do you know that dishwashing can be a very fun chore? Or do you think that washing dishes is the worst job around? Although dishwashing is an everyday chore, it can be a fun and enjoyable one if you go at it with a right attitude and the right tools.

The right equipment is an important part of making dishwashing pleasant. First, you need clean, hot water. It is especially important to have the water hot. With hot water the dishes get cleaner with less effort and soap. It is nice to have the rinse water hot, too, but not as necessary. Soap too, is important. Use a good soap. Use the right amount, as too little soap will make it harder to wash the dishes clean; whereas too much will leave soap on the dishes, and you’ll have to rinse a lot. Having a good dishcloth that is the right size for your hands is a good idea. It should be clean. Things such as scrub brushes, bottle brushes, scratch pads, etc. are very helpful. Another tool is clean, dry towels so you can dry fast and thoroughly. Get a dry one when yours gets wet.

It often helps you to forget how boring the job is if you sing or do something like that while you’re doing dishes. Sing by heart, or prop a book where you can glance at it while you work. Keep working. If you have a helper, try picking songs. Or try humming or whistling a song while the other guesses the title. Another thing that can be done is have your memory verses on a paper where you can see it. Practice your memory work while you do dishes. You will have plenty of time to practice like that.

Set a time limit on getting the dishes done. Be sure it is long enough to do them properly. It doesn’t help to do them fast if you don’t do them properly. Estimate about how long it will take you, and try to get them done in that amount of time. Try to get faster at it. There are so many other things that you could think up of to make dishwashing go faster. Use your imagination.
Start washing the dishes immediately after you have finished eating, if at all possible. The dishes will wash easier, and if you procrastinate, the job seems to get uglier. Pitch in, and work vigorously like you want to get them done. Poking around on the job doesn’t make it easier or fun.

The Bible says in Colossians 3:17, “And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.” Wash your dishes as if you are washing them for Jesus. You want to do your best for Him. And don’t complain. Don’t whine, “Why do I have to wash them?”, or other similar complaints. God doesn’t want us to complain. Besides, just be glad that you have food to make dishes dirty. If you didn’t have food to eat, dishes wouldn’t get dirty, and you wouldn’t have to wash them. My guess is that you would rather have the food to eat and the dishes to wash, than to go without food. There are many people in the world who don’t have dishes to wash because they don’t have food to eat. In conclusion, I’d like to say that dish washing is fun, when you have the right equipment and a good attitude about it. Do your best for God. Dawn Martin- Potsdam, NY

Friday, April 10, 2009

My Mom's Website


Hey!

My mom is a demonstrator for Stampin' Up!

Stampin' Up! is card and scrapbook making company.

Check out my mom's website at n2ink.stampinup.net




This is a sample of one of her cards

Thursday, April 9, 2009

Just for fun

The neutron walks into a cafe and buys some milk. He asked the lady how much he had to pay.
She says, " No charge for you!"

Doctor, Doctor, I've broke my arm in two places!
Well don't go back there again then!

What happened when the lion ate the comedian?
He felt funny!
A sure cure
Three Pastors in the south were having lunch in a diner.
One said "Ya know, since summer started I've been having trouble with bats in my loft and attic at church. I've tried everything--noise, spray, cats--nothing seems to scare them away.
Another said "Yea, me too. I've got hundreds living in my attic. I've even had the place fumigated, and they won't go away."
The third said, "I baptized all mine, and made them members of the church... Haven't seen one back since!!!"
The Army of the Lord
A friend was in front of me coming out of church one day, and the preacher was standing at the door as he always is to shake hands. He grabbed my friend by the hand and pulled him aside.
The Pastor said to him, "You need to join the Army of the Lord!"
My friend replied, "I'm already in the Army of the Lord, Pastor." Pastor questioned, "How come I don't "see you except at Christmas and Easter?"
He whispered back, "I'm in the secret service."

The Three Hymns
One Sunday a pastor told his congregation that the church needed some extra money and asked the people to prayerfully consider giving a little extra in the offering plate. He said that whoever gave the most would be able to pick out three hymns.
After the offering plates were passed, the pastor glanced down and noticed that someone had placed a $1,000 bill in offering. He was so excited that he immediately shared his joy with his congregation and said he'd like to personally thank the person who placed the money in the plate.
And there sat our Rosie all the way in the back shyly raised her hand. The pastor asked her to come to the front. Slowly she made her way to the pastor. He told her how wonderful it was that she gave so much and in thanksgiving asked her to pick out three hymns.
Her eyes brightened as she looked over the congregation, pointed to the three most handsome men in the building and said, "I'll take him and him and him!"

Show and Tell
A kindergarten teacher gave her class a "show and tell" assignment of bringing something to represent their religion.
The first boy got in front of the class and said, "My name is Benjamin and I am Jewish and this is the Star of David."
The second boy got in front of the class and said, "My name is Mary. I'm am Catholic and this is the Crucifix."
The third boy got in front of the class and said, "My name is Tommy and I am Baptist and this is a casserole."

Remarkable Parrot
Three sons left home, went out on their own and prospered. They discussed the gifts they were able to give their elderly mother. The first said: "I built a big house for our mother."
The second said: "I sent her a Mercedes with a driver."
The third said: "You remember how our mother enjoys reading the Bible. Now she can't see very well. So I sent her a remarkable parrot that recites the entire Bible. It took elders in the church 12 years to teach him. Mama just has to name the chapter and verse and the parrot recites it."
Soon thereafter, their mother sent out her letters of thanks.
"Milton," she said, "the house you built is so huge. I live only in one room, but I have to clean the whole house.
"Gerald," she said, "I am too old to travel. I stay most of the time at home so I rarely use the Mercedes. And that driver is so rude! He's a pain!"
"But Donald," she said, "the little chicken you sent was delicious!"

Children of Israel
Mr. Goldblatt," announced little Joey, "there's somethin' I can't figger out." "What's that Joey?" asked Goldblatt.
"Well accordin' to the Bible, the Children of Israel crossed the Red Sea, right?"
"Right."
"An' the Children of Israel beat up the Phillistines, right?"
"Er--right." "An' the Children of Israel built the Temple, right?"
"Again you're right."
"An' the Children of Israel fought the 'gyptians, an' the Children of Israel fought the Romans, an' the Children of Israel wuz always doin' somethin' important, right?"
"All that is right, too," agreed Goldblatt. "So what's your question?"
"What I wanna know is this," demanded Joey. "What wuz all the grown-ups doin?"

Three Wise Women
You do know what would have happened if it had been three wise WOMEN instead of men, don't you?
They would have asked for directions, arrived on time, helped deliver the baby, cleaned the stable, made a casserole, and brought disposable diapers as gifts!

What God Looks Like
A kindergarten teacher was observing her classroom of children while they drew. She would occasionally walk around to see each child's artwork. As she came to one little girl who was working diligently, she asked what the drawing was.
The girl replied, "I'm drawing God."
The teacher paused and said, "But no one knows what God looks like."
Without missing a beat, or looking up from her drawing the girl replied,. . . . "They will in a minute."

Liquid, Fragile or Perishable?
When a woman decided to send the old family Bible to her brother in another state, the postal worker asked her if there was anything breakable in the package.
"Only the Ten Commandments," she replied.

Men in Heaven - Who is the Head of the Household?
At the end of the age when all the believers were standing in line waiting to get into heaven, God appeared and said, "I want all the men to form two lines. One line will be for the men who were the true heads of their households. The other will be for the men who were dominated by their wives."
God continued, "I want all the women to report to St. Peter."
The women left and the men formed two lines. The line of men who were dominated by their wives was seemingly unending. The line of men who were the true head of their household had one man in it.
God said to the first line, "You men ought to be ashamed or yourselves. I appointed you to be the heads of your households and you were disobedient and have not fulfilled your purpose. Of all of you, there is only one man who obeyed me. Learn from him."
Then God turned to the lone man and asked, "How did you come to be in this line?"
The man replied, "My wife told me to stand here."

Silky hair

Condition: For smooth, silky hair, beat an egg yolk in a bowl, then mix in a tsp. of olive oil. Add a cup of warm water. Wet hair and put on mixure. Rinse off mixture and shampoo hair. Rinse.

What are your favorite hair care tips?

Skin Care Tips

Exfoliate: Mix together 1 tbsp. of plain yogurt , 1 drizzle of honey and 1 tsp. of granulated sugar. Rub the mixture gently over your face to exfoliate your skin, and leave it glowing. Rinse well.

Dark circles under your eyes: Cut a fresh fig in half and place the halves over your eyes for 15 minutes, while lying on your bed relaxing.

Tired eyes: Place two slices of cucumber over your eyes.

To soothe eyes: Soak two cotton pads in rose water, milk or aloe vera juice and place on your eye lids.

What are your favorite makeup and skin care tips?

God has a positive answer

God has a Positive Answer

You say:"It's Impossible"
God says: All things are possible (Luke 18:27)
You say: "I'm too tired"
God says: I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28-30)
You say: "Nobody really loves me"
God says: I love you (John 3:16 & John 3:34)
You say: "I can't go on"
God says: My grace is sufficient (2 Corinthians 12:9 & John3:34) You say: "I can't figure things out"
God says: I will direct your steps (Proverbs 3:5-6)
You say: "I can't do it"
God says: You can do all things (Philippians 4:13)
You say: "I'm not able"
God says: I am able (2 Corinthians 9:8)
You say: "It's not worth it"
God says: It will be worth it (Romans 8:28)
You say: "I can't forgive myself"
God says: I forgive you (1 John 1:9 & Romans 8:1)
You say: "I can't manage"
God says: I will supply all your needs (Philippians 4:19)
You say: "I'm afraid"
God says: I have not give you a spirit of fear (2 Timothy 1:7)
You say: "I'm always worried and frustrated"
God says: Cast all your cares on ME (1 Peter 5:7)
You say: "I'm not smart enough"
God says: I give you wisdom (1 Corinthians 1:30)
You say: "I feel all alone"
God says: I will never leave you or forsake you (Hebrews 13:5)

Easy Poncho

I made this poncho for my triplet cousins.
Enjoy!

Skill level:easy
Finished Dimensions:Sized to fit 12 months (18 months, 2-4 years, 6-8 years)
To fit chest measurement:
12 months: 18"
18 months: 19"
2-4 years: 23"
6-8 years: 26 1/2"

Finished length (neck to point):
12 months: 11-1/2"
18 months: 13"
2-4 years: 15-1/2"
6-8 years: 17-1/2"

Yarn: 180 yds (180 yds, 360 yds, 360 yds)
Needles: 5 mm/ U.S. 8

Directions:
Front and Back ( make 2 pieces alike)
Cast on 65 (73,85,97) sts.
Row 1 (WS): K1, *P1, rep. from * to end of row.
Rep. Row 1 (seed st) twice more.
*Next Row (RS): K2, K2tog, K to last 4 sts, Sl1, K1, psso, K2.
Beginning with a purl row, work 3 rows in St st.
Rep. last 4 rows (from *) 10 times more.
[43 (51, 63, 75) sts]
Next Row (RS) : K2, K2tog, K to last 4 sts, Sl1, K1, psso, K2.
Next Row: Purl.
Rep. last 2 rows 5 (9, 14, 19) times more
[ 31 (31, 33, 35) sts]

Bind off Kwise

Finishing: Sew center front and center back seams.

My First Blog Post

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