Is your life crazy? Do you want things to slow down? Here’s a few ways to be more Amish. Give up your smart phone . . . or at least wait an hour before you check it in the morning. Spend a few quiet moments with God instead. Bake your own bread . . …. Read More
Five years ago we moved from the large metropolitan area of Dallas to a small town in central Texas. My husband was ready to retire, I had many years of teaching left, and we decided a small town would suit us fine. We knew things would be different and there would be some adjustments to… Read More
Seven years ago my husband and I took a dreamy trip to Kona, Hawaii, to celebrate our fifteenth wedding anniversary. I had almost no summer clothing, so I saved and made what seemed like an extravagant trip to Old Navy for some light cotton skirts to wear on the Big Island. Last night I was… Read More
Writing about the Amish brings them to the front of my mind nearly every day. How they dress, how they look, how they live. When I can’t find anything to wear I think, “If I were Amish, it would be a no brainer.” They wear the same dresses for nearly every aspect of their lives…. Read More
While relaxing on a friend’s back porch over a spicy vegetarian stew and homemade bread, the conversation turned, naturally, to food. Everyone around the table expressed concern over how much junk food kids eat and how little time children spend outdoors. Our host said she watches every afternoon as a group of elementary schoolchildren heads… Read More
I am excited to be joining Not Quite Amish as a regular contributor writing about DIY projects, repurposing, and frugal ways to add beauty and meaning to your home. My husband and I have been collaborating on DIY projects for our home over the last couple of years. It all began when my oldest son… Read More
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