Family members of all ages gather for fall cleanup and share a good meal
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Lovina heals from surgery and enjoys time with grandchildren
I am still taking life at a much slower pace this week. Last week daughter Elizabeth took my place writing this column, which I appreciated.
I had hernia surgery, and the doctor added mesh, so I hope for good results. Earlier this year, in February, I had a hernia that was also repaired with mesh. The … Continue Reading ››
Lovina’s daughter, Elizabeth, shares pumpkin treats as temperatures drop
Hello to all my Mother’s readers! This is Elizabeth, Lovina’s firstborn. Once again, I’m taking the pen in my own hand and writing this for Mom. She is having surgery on Wednesday—again. This is her second surgery this year. The first one was in February. Both surgeries have been to fix hernias. Another larger hernia … Continue Reading ››
Wedding and birthday celebrations, and a visit to the Ark Encounter
We are having nice weather, but temperatures are in the 40s and 50s in the morning, which makes the house feel chilly. We haven’t bought any coal yet, so hopefully we can soon to get some heat in the house if this chilly weather continues.
Last night we were at Mose and daughter Susan’s house. My … Continue Reading ››
Wedding travel preparations both planned and unexpected
It’s 4:45 a.m. as I sit by the kitchen table writing. The boys already left for work. Their bags are packed and ready for our departure to Kentucky at 1:30 p.m. They will work a half day, come home, shower, and be ready to go.
Our plans had to be adjusted somewhat because we were at … Continue Reading ››
Sewing, doctor’s appointments, and sweet and sour cabbage
Greetings from Michigan! Son Kevin just left for school. The sky is starting to lighten up. Thermometer is at the 59-degree mark.
Son Joseph left for work at 4:30 a.m. My husband Joe is fishing with a few other men from our church. I think fishing is one of his biggest stress relievers. It will be … Continue Reading ››
Lemon pie recipe from Lovina’s next cookbook, Amish Family Recipes: A Cookbook across the Generations
A big thank-you to all you readers who came to my book signing at the Nappanee Public Library last Saturday. Thanks for all the kind words and encouragement.
Thank you to my great friend Ruth for furnishing the transportation and always being so helpful in any way she can. Thanks also to my daughters Verena, 21, … Continue Reading ››
Late summer garden harvest and tomato bread recipe
Last week I wrote about how chilly it was, and now this week we are wishing we had some of that cool air. It has been a warm muggy week. We had a thunderstorm and quite a bit of rain during the night. Maybe this rain will cool it down. It seems it’s human nature … Continue Reading ››
Cool mornings, wedding invitations, and seasoned red potatoes
It’s a cool morning with the mercury on the thermometer almost down to the 50-degree mark. The redness from the sunrise is so bright, promising a beautiful day with the sun warming up the outside world. I have a few gas lights on to warm up the house for baby Ryan.
Son-in-law Mose dropped daughter Susan … Continue Reading ››
Lovina shares gratitude for words of encouragement from readers
A good morning to all you wonderful readers across the miles. I am still tired at 4:45 a.m. but I need to have this column done before I leave today.
I don’t often enough thank all you readers for your kind words of encouragement. It makes writing this column so much easier. I also appreciate the … Continue Reading ››