Foodie Pen Pal Reveal!

Hope you all had an awesome weekend! We had a busy one but it was a good one! Friday Weston played in a golf tournament with some people from work. They had a blast:) Saturday we did yard work and errands and then had some of our friends and their kids come for a cookout! We took the kids on a tractor ride and they loved it! Sunday we had to pick someone up at the airport at the last minute, so we missed church:(, but it was still a day with my family, and that I can't complain about;) I also fit in a little DIY project and I will post about it this week!

I have an awesome Guest Blogger for tomorrow! Miriam was my first Foodie Pen Pal and she is awesome! She is a great example of health and fitness and I know you will love her post!! Stay tuned until tomorrow...you will want to read her fitness tips!:)

Well, its that time again! Time for "Foodie Pen Pal" reveal!! I have so enjoyed this and if you haven't joined in, I highly recommend that you do!!

My Foodie Pen Pal for April is Kris and she is so neat! She lives in Wisconsin and has also ventured into raising chickens! It has been nice to have someone to chat with over the ups and downs of chicken raising;) She nailed my package and I cannot tell you how delicious, and how much I enjoyed these local items she sent me! I received homemade Idaho potato "tortillas" per say, a local pizza sauce to die for, fresh baked cheese (OH MY!!! YUMMY) and a sweet touch of Chocolate covered toffee bars! Thank you so much, Kris, I loved every bite:) 

Have a BLESSED Monday!!!

RL

Weekly Catchup+GIVEAWAY!!!

I hope you are all having a great week! It has been a busy  great one, still!:) My friends and I took out kids to the splash park yesterday and boy was that fun! Wyatt had a blast, as did Elias watching from his stroller! (supposed to be napping:)) We have some more fun things this week, but I am so so ready for the weekend and some time with my honey:)

So finally, here is the much awaited for "Thirty One Gifts" Giveaway!!!Jamie is a friend from high school and graciously asked me to promote her business and in turn she has offered an awesome giveaway to myself and one lucky reader!:) 

All you have to do is search "Jamie N.'s Thirty One Gifts" on Facebook and ask to join the group. You will be immediately accepted into group. Then, post on the wall "Three Men and a Little Lady sent me"! Leave your comment on my blog on what you would use this tote for, along with your contact info, if I don't already have it! That's it!!! 

You will be automatically entered into the drawing for the free Organizing Utility Tote! 


You have until MAY 3RD to enter!! Winner will be announced on May 4th!!! GOOD LUCK and THANK YOU for reading, it means a lot:)                    
     
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Here is a description of the product:This versatile, spacious tote keeps your clutter organized! Great for your cleaning supplies or sporting gear, or use as an everyday tote or gym bag! Seven side pockets are perfect for shampoo, magazines, your MP3 player and water bottles. Made from extra-tough nylon with stain- and water-resistant lining. Measures approx: 10.25”H x 15.5”W x 6.5”D
Here is a description of my company Thirty-One Gifts:The name Thirty-One comes from the verses of Proverbs 31. These words may be thousands of years old, but I am constantly amazed by how today's modern woman can relate to them. The Proverbs 31 woman is dearly loved and respected by her family, yet she is an individual in her own right. She manages the home and property with kindness and integrity. Her savvy business skills are partly brought about by her desire to serve others, to do good deeds and prosper. I knew women just like this, and I wanted to find a way for every woman to be recognized for who they are and for their hard work!Our stylish, affordable products are exclusive to Thirty-One. From our signature purses and totes to storage solutions that help organize your life, you'll find something to fit every personality and situation. Each season, we develop new products built on the idea that our products must be functional AND fashionable (and, of course, make great gifts!).

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Hope you all have an awesome Wednesday! Summer is coming quickly! YAY:)
RL

Puddleduck Paper Co.+Giveaway WINNER Reveal!:)

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Congratulations to Anna Liesemeyer over at "In Honor of Design!!!" Anna, you were the lucky entry and I am so excited for you to receive your card of choice!:) Thank you SO SO much to all of you who took the time to leave a comment! I was so happy to receive some new readers, as well! Trust me, you will want to keep reading because my next Giveaway is with "Thirty-One Gifts!!" If you don't know about Thirty-One, trust me, you WANT to enter:)

Today is our Battalion "Order of The Cross Pistols" event! I am looking forward to it and the weekend:) Next week will be my new GIVEAWAY announcement!:)

RL

Layfield Farm+Chickens and Ducks

Well, life here at "Layfield Farm" has been fun! We are really enjoying having the Chickens and Ducks! The boys are so fascinated by them, and it has definitely been a huge teaching opportunity in more ways than one! Not only have they seen them grow and change, but we have lost a couple which has lead to talks about Jesus, Heaven, Hell, etc. We now have 3 chicks and 2 ducks in the cage, and will be moved to the coop in another week or so! We also picked up 3 new baby chicks last weekend so they are still under the heat lamp in the "chick box!" We have 2 Light Brahmas, 1 Silver Laced Wyandotte, 1 Red Sex Link, 1 Buff Orpington, and 1 Brown Leghorn:) We also have the 2 ducks, and we shall see what they turn out to be! Below is a picture of them when we first got them:

And Now:

Here are the older 3 chicks when we first picked the up:

And Now:

Here are the 3 new babies:)

They grow so fast! i am looking forward to moving the big ones in with the ducks. We keep the ducks in the coop during the day now, and some nights as long as it stays warm enough. Unfortunately, last week my son Wyatt wanted to go "check on" the 2 chickens in the coop (our very first ones) and accidentally let them out. Our dogs got a hold of them and killed them. I was pretty upset, more because I have put so much time into them and keeping them safe- Safe from predators like snakes and small animals, and little did I know our 3 year old can open the

latches:( Again, another teaching moment, and now he understands how nature plays out and not to go check on them without Momma!!:) We are back on track and looking forward to about three more weeks and all chickens and ducks will be in the coop for good!!:)

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On a happier note, tomorrow is the LAST day to enter your comment for a chance to win the GIVEAWAY!!!! I just received my pack of cards in the mail last week, and TRUST me, you want some of these cards for your collection!!! Winner will be announced this Thursday!!!:) Good luck!

RL

My First Garden

As long as I can remember, my mom had a garden every year-if not two. I remember her sending me out to pick tomatoes, or cucumbers, and I remember thinking, "I hate this, and I will NEVER have a garden!" HA. It's funny how we change....

I had bought some herbs, thinking all I wanted was a small herb garden. While my mom was out to visit last week, she offered to help plant, and assured me I would want more than just a few herbs. Well, as soon as she got back home from the local seed store with everything to build a raised garden, I knew she was right! Weston built my base, and mom went to work! Man, it was so so so so nice to sit back, relax, and not have to do the work:) So, in advance, THANK YOU AGAIN, MOM!!:)

Weston building the base of the raised bed

Laying the Compost, Peat Moss Mixture, and Soil

Planting is done! We had Beefsteak tomatoes, roma tomatoes,

green pepper, jalapeños, squash, cucumber, rosemary, basil,

cilantro, and italian parsley:)

Even the Chickens Love it;)

I hope you all have a wonderful Wednesday, and I hope this encourages you to start a garden, even if its just a couple herbs:) Thanks to Mandy at Mandy's Marbles, I was encouraged to start one!

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Don't forget to enter for a chance to win my awesome GIVEAWAY!

Hope you all had a very blessed Easter celebrating our risen Lord~

RL

"You are Loved"+ GIVEAWAY!!

Happy Wednesday!!! I hope you have all had a great week so far! It's finally time for my awesome giveaway!!! My friend from high school, and fellow Army wife, has a beautiful product to share!! She asked me to help her promote her beautiful cards and I am so glad she did!

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Mattie is just precious! Her husband is an Military Police Officer like Weston, and he is actually currently deployed. She has amazing taste, is incredibly talented, and so so so good at what she does! Mattie is the owner and designer of her paper business, Puddleduck Paper Co. , where she designs beautiful cards and announcements for all different occasions! Her paper products are simply beautiful! Here is her "Featured Product" this month:

Mattie is giving away a set of her Cards to myself and one of my LUCKY readers!!! YAY!! You will have until APRIL 18th to enter-All you have to do is check out her blog, "Keep Me Where The Light Is", check out her Website, and then leave a comment on my blog of your favorite product and what makes you feel "loved"!! Make sure you include your email address so I know where to contact you when the winner is picked! I will then pick the winner, at random, and one of you will be sent your FREE set of Puddleduck Paper Co. cards:) Good luck, and THANK YOU Mattie for including me! Her above blog link has a post of the other 4 ladies who she chose as well! They have neat blogs, I recommend checking them out, as well!:)

I am very blessed and feel loved everyday! I feel love from my Saviour Jesus, my amazing husband, my precious boys, and my family and friends!

RL

Good Friday+Activity for Kids

With it being Good Friday, I thought I would share a blog I found thru Pinterest on how to explain Easter and Jesus' story to our children....We have been following "The True Confessions of Mrs. Olson" and her awesome guide for "The 12 Days of Easter". It has the scripture for each day, explaining what Jesus was doing leading up to his crucifixion, and an activity to help your child understand:)

There is nothing more important you can do as a parent than teaching and leading your child to Jesus! When all is said and done, HE is all we need. A relationship with HIM is what saves us from Hell. Not works, who we are, etc. I hope you all have a blessed Easter. I want my boys to have fun on Easter, but most importantly, I want them to know why we really celebrate it!

This is Today's Lesson and Activity:

Day 3: Tearjerker gum … “Jesus wept.”
Read the story of Jesus healing Lazarus in John 11. Talk about how Jesus was a real person with real emotions like us. Note how he was sad, but never lost hope. He knew God was going to use Lazarus’ story for His glory. Talk about times when we feel sad, hurt, scared at times and how awesome it is to have hope like Jesus did in this situation because God is behind us and hears our prayers.

In Christ,

RL