The morning fresh and sweet with its kiss of moisture in the air, the beautiful sunrise and the song of the birds.... God is good! Today I want to talk with you about my journey to Simple Living, Rhonda Jean, asked us to share and I want to tell my story. We have not always had a simple life, in fact we ran and ran for the longest time and still do occasionally. But Shannon and I know that there is a greater life out there to be had. We are still very much a work in progress, sometimes we think we need or want to do 'more' and then the sweetness of our homestead, watching our children grow up and loving time with each other gives us a reminder. We choose not to have lots of new clothes, we choose for me to be a stay at home wife and mother, we choose to homeschool our children so we can keep them close and learn alongside each other. We are learning the art of planting, growing, harvesting and canning our own food... We love knowing these foods are healthy, they have not been tampered with, nothing artificial has been added, they are pure, and simply good for you. I cook from scratch, we don't buy prepackaged foods, or convenience items... rarely do we go out to eat. I try to buy our food in bulk when money allows and I look for special values on meat and fruit that I can't or have yet to grow around here. I work very hard to give our family a very healthy lifestyle we limit white sugar, white flour and additives and fillers. We grind our grain and bake our own breads. By cutting back on 'junk' foods we can afford to replace them with much healthier alternatives. I can sew and make things. I crochet dishcloths and blankets. I have learned to quilt and I can make skirts and dresses for the girls and myself. I find these types of 'old fashioned' skills soothing. I enjoy them greatly and am teaching my children and sharing that love with them. We are on a journey, we are learning every day how to live more simply. Our lives are far from glamorous, but I relish our moments, I enjoy our togetherness and I wouldn't trade our Simple Life for any other life out there...
My Cup Runneth Over...Chas
I always like to come to your blog in the morning, it's refreshing and so positive and nice to read.
(Can you ever imagine being bored?)
You're a great example.
Keep up the good work!
( Don't you just love to dry your clothes outside?)
Mrs. Mobunny from Rabbit Trails59 - 08:30 - Friday, April 25, 2008
Dito:)
Beautifully said:)
I think this sums it all up for my family as well. We are continually striving for simiplicity in our lives.
We are far from where your family is in terms of simplicity, however we are far from where we were! It is truly a joy to be at home and be able to feel far more self sufficient than I used to be. My family is my great joy and the Lord is my strength. It is only too bad that it took me so long to realize what I really wanted and needed...to be a keeper of home, a mother and a helpmeet to my dear husband.
Hi Chas, you all look very happy. It sounds like you've built a great life there with your family. Thanks for sharing your story.
Anonymous - 04:31 - Friday, April 25, 2008
Simple Living
Hello Chas, just dropping by via Rhonda's. I love your photos! Thanks for sharing, it's so good to read what other folk are doing on their 'simple' journey. Really enjoyed reading here...I'll be back for more. Blessings, Diana (http://www.pebble-dash.blogspot.com) ps loved that tote you made for Rhonda in the swap!
Anonymous - 06:26 - Friday, April 25, 2008
You're Amazing
Chasity, you are a true inspiration. I wish that my children were still young so I could start over and follow the path that you are taking with your family. I'm so happy for you and your life sounds absolutely perfect. I know there are frustrations along the way, but God has truly blessed you. Again, I'm completely inspired by you and enjoy reading your blog so much.
Have a beautiful weekend!
Rachel - 09:44 - Friday, April 25, 2008
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Hi Chas... I remember you from our dear Jewels' blog. I have just joined this community and there seem to be so many wonderful people here... it's inspiring!
Thank you for sharing your life with us here!
I just love reading your blogs in the morning. You are truly are an inspiration to me.If I could just do half of your greatness with my precious little ones. Keep up the good work.
We are right there with ya hun. It is amazing the peace, closeness to God and the satisfaction I feel from doing things in a simpler way.
You are such a beautiful and inspiring person!
It's a beautiful and miraculous thing to watch a seed grow into a whole meal. It's an amazing thing to watch the little ones grow into strong thinking responsible people, and to know that the Lord has given me the chance to have a hand in it. I truely believe that drawing closer to home brings us as women closer to the Lord. Thank you for walking the trail ahead of us, and for leaving these beautiful love notes in your wake.
XO
Christi
ps. thank you for the seeds, dearest! I have no idea how to plant them??? Spacing? Light? Indoors or out? Soil conditions??? I'd hate to ruin them, they are so tiny and fragile looking. Yipes! Do you have my e-mail?
Chrisyi~berrymomma - 01:33 - Wednesday, April 30, 2008
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Welcome to the Journey of our lives here at our place on this Mountain, our Heritage Acres Farm. My name is Chas and here you will find my thoughts, my ideas and my accomplishments of my life as a Christian wife to my Sweetheart of many years, and as a Homeschooling Moma to my 4 beautiful blessings. We are making the most out of what God has abundantly blessed us with! Truly, My Cup Runneth Over...
I hope you enjoy your visit here and come back soon!
We have not always had a simple life, in fact we ran and ran for the longest time and still do occasionally. But Shannon and I know that there is a greater life out there to be had. We are still very much a work in progress, sometimes we think we need or want to do 'more' and then the sweetness of our homestead, watching our children grow up and loving time with each other gives us a reminder. 
We choose not to have lots of new clothes, we choose for me to be a stay at home wife and mother, we choose to homeschool our children so we can keep them close and learn alongside each other. 
We are learning the art of planting, growing, harvesting and canning our own food...
We love knowing these foods are healthy, they have not been tampered with, nothing artificial has been added, they are pure, and simply good for you.
I cook from scratch, we don't buy prepackaged foods, or convenience items... rarely do we go out to eat. I try to buy our food in bulk when money allows and I look for special values on meat and fruit that I can't or have yet to grow around here. I work very hard to give our family a very healthy lifestyle we limit white sugar, white flour and additives and fillers. We grind our grain and bake our own breads. By cutting back on 'junk' foods we can afford to replace them with much healthier alternatives.
I can sew and make things. I crochet dishcloths and blankets. I have learned to quilt and I can make skirts and dresses for the girls and myself. I find these types of 'old fashioned' skills soothing. I enjoy them greatly and am teaching my children and sharing that love with them. 
We are on a journey, we are learning every day how to live more simply.
Our lives are far from glamorous, but I relish our moments, I enjoy our togetherness and I wouldn't trade our Simple Life for any other life out there...
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