Candles have been used for centuries for light and to illuminate man's celebrations with very little known about their origin. It has been written that the first candles were developed by the Egyptians. We know that they used torches made by soaking the core of reeds in melted animal fat. However,...

School is out and the grandchildren are already bored. What do you do with them so they and you are not climbing the walls? How about faithbooking (scrapbooking)? Sharing family memories while making new ones. As I attempt to come up with a curriculum for the little ones so we are all constantly...

Mrs. Dana M. Neal is a wife, mother, and a dedicated business woman. She is walking in God's plan, striving to build his kingdom. A professional event planner, referral travel agent and CEO of a non-profit organization. Mrs. Neal never forgets her first love; Jesus. Here is her latest article on...

The book of Ruth teaches us about a woman's obedience and how her dedication led to her many blessings. In the days of Ruth judges ruled in Israel. There was no democratic society, no presidents, congressman, governors or the like. The judges' decision was law. A man by the name of Elimelech who...

 Mia    NubianGraphics.com   Mommyfest 2008 has ended and I would like to thank all those who visited my site and left their comments. I pray that everyone who participated made new friends and/or found products to enrich their lives.  Here is a photo of the gift....

You can read new posts on this blog via the RSS feed   When the Mayflower landed on the shores of America, the European settlers were greeted with the first gift baskets. Dried fish and meats, corn, beans and other vegetables were presented to the settlers, by the American Indians, to welcome...

MommyFest 2008 is in full swing and will be ending soon.  It has been so much fun reading the blogs of other Moms.  If you haven't had a chance to visit take a few minutes to stop by and see all the fun that is taking place.    There are lots of giveaways and some contests from...

This is the beginning of a new and exciting series from women that I highly respect.  Our first guest is Anne Schrock, a christian sister whom I have come to love as my own.  Here is an article that she has generously shared with many others and has now graced us with here at Laurel Tree...

  Alyssa Avant is our guest this month and she is currently hosting the Organizer on Tour. Alyssa is a Christian author and speaker, blogger, podcaster and ghostwriter. Her passion is helping others, specifically teen and tween girls and their moms. Organized Life by Design, is her newest...

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