Harvest Lane Cottage

Hello everyone! I've not read many blog posts this week, so I took a look at my Pinterest boards for a few favorites to share. I'm still up to my eyeballs in zucchini and cucumbers. I'll have to work on that this weekend. I'm also going to sneak in a little knitting time and reading time. The big job is laundry. I have a bunch of loads all sorted and ready to go. Mount Washmore or Mount Neverest? It's not as bad as it used to be with four kids at home, but somehow a big pile of blankets and sheets got added in that need to be washed, too. I hope you can steal away for a bit and enjoy some of these posts. I plan to make another loaf of Apple-Zucchini bread soon! Blessings to you all! This is a GOOD year because it's NOW. NOW is the BEST time! Hugs, Laura Thoughts Think Themselves by Karen Andreola @ Mother Culture & The Gentle Art of Learning Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole by Taryn @ Joy Filled Eats — My family likes this dish a lot. App...

I am an American. I was born in the U.S.A. It's okay if you weren't, just go through the legal steps to citizenship. It's hard, because it is a privilege not a right. I support, respect, and pray  for President Trump. I respect the office of president and our election process; therefore, President Obama was my president even though I believe he did not put America's interests first.  I fly the American flag. I pledge allegiance to the flag  and one nation under God. I am a Christian, and there is no other way to God  but through his son Jesus. I believe in the Ten Commandments. Jesus summed them up in two: Love God and Love others. I believe in the Golden Rule. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. I obey the laws. I believe in The United States Constitution. I believe in the 2nd Amendment. Keep the guns in the hands of the good guys not just the bad guys! I believe in marriage betw...

Well, it's not been easy to find reading time this week. It seems like there's been something extra to do nearly every day. Friday afternoon, I made bread and butter pickles. I used the Mrs. Wages packet from Walmart, but everyone loves them. Why mess with perfection? I also made some Candy Apple Syrup. I plan to add it to apple cider or juice this fall. It was supposed to be jelly , but I was distracted and put my sugar in too soon. I also made some Zucchini Bread Jam . It didn't set up as thick as I'd like. I think perhaps I needed to shred the zucchini smaller. Oh well, it still tastes terrific. There is something meditative about canning. It connects us to the past while taking care of our future. Have you been canning or putting up food for winter? Be blessed, Laura of Harvest Lane Cottage Seeking Canning Lids! Don't Lose Your Head  by Linda @  The Little Homestead Making the Best of Things   by Mrs. Sherman @ Home Living Cool Veil Face M...

Hello everyone!   I do hope you're having a lovely weekend. I did some laundry and housework this morning. Then I worked in the kitchen with my husband for awhile early this afternoon. He had brought in another zuchinnizilla, several cucumbers, some jalapeno and banana peppers, and a few tomatoes. We first used the last of the bread and butter pickle brine and made three pints of pickles. Then we made two 2 quart jars of refrigerator dill pickles. This is my first year to make pickles. I had plans for working the jalapenos and zucchini, but we ran out of steam. I decided to clean up the mess, finish the laundry, and have the girls help me straighten and vacuum the house. Now that the kitchen's clean, I hesitate to make another mess!  I've found some nice things for you to read this weekend. If you've not read anything from Grandma Donna yet, she has some excellent advice for the times we live in. So, here's a weekend reading list for you. Using ...

“I rise before dawn and cry for help; I have put my hope in your word.” Psalm 119:147 Oh, but dawn is so early! I often listen to the Bible on Bible.com before I even get out of bed. Prayer is throughout the day. It's so good to take a moment or two or three to just still our minds and bodies long enough to sense His presence. He's always with us. Sometimes we just need to focus our attention. Share the love of Jesus with someone today. Blessings, Laura Happy at Home ~~~~~ May I suggest? Prayer for America ~~~~~

Proverbs 11:28 He that trusteth in his riches shall fall: but the righteous shall flourish as a branch. Proverbs 16:20 He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the Lord, happy is he. Proverbs 20:24 Man’s goings are of the Lord; how can a man then understand his own way? Proverbs 30:5 Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him. Our family is walking through a difficult time. I need these reminders to be faithful and trust in the Lord no matter what my eyes see or my ears hear. God bless you all; may your trust in God grow. Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not on thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall make straight thy paths. ALL not some. We must include him in everything we say and do. God bless! Laura Happy at Home ~~~~~ May I suggest? When the Darkness Closes in Lord... ~~~~~

Hello ladies! I've got company coming for dinner in a couple of hours. It's a couple we've known since our kids were quite little. It will be nice to catch up a bit. I'm looking forward to relaxing a bit before making salsa and pickles tomorrow. Is anyone else having troubles finding canning supplies?  Seize the day!  Enjoy this weekend reading. Laura ♥♥♥ 19 Proven Tips on How to Make Nail Polish Last Longer on Natural Nails @ NAG My Go-To Simple Toe Up Sock Pattern @ Lofty Loops Yarns August - Prepare and Maintain by Cheryl @ Cheryl's Frugal Corner Refreshing Cucumber Salad   by Mary @ The Cotton Apron Advice from Marmee ...   by Laura @ Harvest Lane Cottage Tonight for Supper... Beanie Weenies   by Laura @  Harvest Lane Cottage Minutes and Hours   by Laura @  Harvest Lane Cottage ♥♥♥

Just a few things I thought you might enjoy reading this weekend.... The Lost Art of Porch Sitting by Leon @ A Story Worth Telling Beware of Seeing Only the Faults in Others by Roxy @ Living from Glory to Glory Enough - I Think I am Done by Cheryl @  Cheryl's Frugal Corner Carol's Frugal Tips by Karen @ Moments With Mother Culture Easy Veil Face Mask Pattern by Jennifer @ Jennifer Maker Something to Think About... Precedents by Laura @ Harvest Lane Cottage