Tag Archives: Lovina Eicher

Desserts, Pies

Eight inches of snow and family birthdays bring January to a close

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Twenty-three years ago today, January 24, we were blessed with our second daughter, Susan. Susan is now a wife and mother. Time goes too fast for me! Happy 23rd birthday, Susan! Today is also my sister Liz’s 50th birthday. Liz is a little over two years older than I am. I am not looking forward to … Continue Reading ››
Casseroles, Meats, Potatoes

Lovina asks about oldest reader; plus life heads back to a welcome routine

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All is quiet here at the Eichers this morning except the yapping of daughter Verena’s Yorkie puppies. They are really playful but she is eager to sell them as they are now eating well on their own. If anyone knows of someone needing a nice house companion, let me know. These dogs do not shed … Continue Reading ››
Breads and Muffins, Cakes and Frostings

Any guesses who shouted “Happy New Year” to the neighbors?

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Lovina's newest grandchild, Timothy, has a cozy outfit to keep him warm riding in the buggy.
A brand-new year lies before us! What does it hold? Last year brought us two more grandchildren who bring us joy. But Joe and I each had a … Continue Reading ››
Cookies and Bars, Desserts

Serving as head cook for 1,000 wedding meals leaves Lovina a bit tired

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The wedding for Menno and Emma is now history. We wish them a long and happy married life together, with God guiding their way. Once again we do all that work for just one day, but it’s a special day they will always remember. When two become one in a marriage until death do them … Continue Reading ››
Cakes and Frostings, Desserts

Lovina’s friend Ruth offers sneak peek into Amish wedding preparations

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In this week’s column Lovina’s English (non-Amish) friend Ruth Boss gives us a glimpse into Lovina’s busy week as head cook for her niece’s wedding. This week I helped with preparations for the wedding for Lovina’s niece Emma. As an outsider, I am impressed by how beautifully orchestrated these events are. Family, neighbors and the … Continue Reading ››
Meats

Lovina answers reader questions about Amish clothing traditions

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This week my husband Joe, and son Benjamin, 19, are off all week for Thanksgiving. Son Joseph, 16, has off Thanksgiving Day and Friday, as well as Lovina, 14, and Kevin, 13 from school. So it seems as if this week will go faster than usual. Saturday our three sons and Joe went to help at … Continue Reading ››
Cookies and Bars, Desserts

Tim’s sister-in-law lands 17 point buck with a bow

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Tim’s sister-in-law lands 17 point buck with a bow We awoke this morning to more snow, adding to our already snow-covered white world. It has been snowing all morning. We had our first snow earlier than usual and it is staying with all the cold temperatures. Last Friday, … Continue Reading ››
Pies

The lowdown on the services of a wedding wagon

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The lowdown on the services of a wedding wagon November is bringing cold rainy weather. Leaves are all over our front yard from all the big trees there. The beauty of the season is upon us! Congratulations to niece Emma and Menno! They set December 7 for their wedding date where they will exchange vows in holy … Continue Reading ››
Casseroles, Side Dishes, Vegetables

Garage sales yield great bargains, including gifts for the grandchildren (of course)

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Daughter Lovina, 14, and son Kevin, 13, just left for school. It’s cold and windy outside, and the temperature has dropped to 54 degrees. We had just enjoyed a few nice warm and sunny days until yesterday, when it was rainy and cooler. Daughters Elizabeth and Susan … Continue Reading ››
Breads and Muffins, Desserts

Grandma Lovina’s dilemma: Which granddaughter to pick up when the buggy arrives?

It’s 6:45 a.m. and daughter Lovina, 14, and son Kevin, 13, just left for school. It’s still quite dark outside. Daylight Savings Time lasts until November, so it seems most of the school year it’s dark when they leave with the bus. I think this is my favorite time of the day. After the morning rush … Continue Reading ››