New Release! Thanksgiving Planner

Everyone looks forward to Thanksgiving. Good food, family, friends, beautiful leaves falling, and crisp cool weather. We created this eBook to...

New Release! Thanksgiving Planner

Gathering In For Fall

We’re having a great discussion at the T2CHK Message Board about getting our homes ready for Fall and cooler weather.  These ladies have great ideas! ...

Gathering In For Fall

NEW Issue of Our eZine “To Teach Keepers™”

The Fall-Winter 2008 issue of To Teach Keepers is jam-packed! You’ll find 28 pages full of information on these topics: Devotional:...

NEW Issue of Our eZine

That Elusive Gentle Spirit

(Photo Credit: “Gentle” by Jen Meyer) Gentleness is one of the hallmarks of a Christian who knows Jesus and reflects His character traits....

That Elusive Gentle Spirit

A Simple Tea Cozy To Make

I never knew how handy a tea cozy could be until I made myself one and used it. It really does keep my tea nice and hot. The insulated lining has a lot...

A Simple Tea Cozy To Make

Time For Goodbyes

Life has a way of changing and God shows us different plans. As you know if you are a regular reader here at T2CHK, this ministry has been led by myself and a...

Time For Goodbyes

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Tips For The Perfect Turkey

Tips For The Perfect Turkey


What size turkey to choose?
You can figure you need 2 pounds per person for a 12-14 pound turkey. In a larger turkey,where the meat to bone ratio is greater, you will need 1 pound per person.

How To Thaw a Frozen Turkey?
Open the packaging, rinse the turkey and place it in a large pan in the refrigerator. You can also thaw it in a pan of cold water in…

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New Release! Thanksgiving Planner

New Release! Thanksgiving Planner

Everyone looks forward to Thanksgiving. Good food, family, friends, beautiful leaves falling, and crisp cool weather. We created this eBook to offer you ideas for preparing your heart and home for a blessed Thanksgiving.

Our 22-page Thanksgiving Planner includes: Brief History of Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Games, 4-Week Thanksgiving Planner and Devotionals, Article: “The Danger of Unmet Expectations”, Recipes ~ both Family Favorite Recipes and Whole Food, Allergy-Friendly Recipes, Harvest Crafts and Home Decor Ideas…

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Gathering In For Fall

Gathering In For Fall

We’re having a great discussion at the T2CHK Message Board about getting our homes ready for Fall and cooler weather.  These ladies have great ideas!  I wanted to share them with our other readers, so that you too can create a warm and cozy retreat for you and your family this Fall.

I think there are a few rules of thumb that anyone who wants to improve their home…

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NEW Issue of Our eZine

NEW Issue of Our eZine “To Teach Keepers™”

The Fall-Winter 2008 issue of To Teach Keepers is jam-packed! You’ll find 28 pages full of information on these topics:

  • Devotional: The Lord is My Portion
  • Pastor Appreciation Month: October
  • Fall Reflections
  • Preparing Your House for the Winter
  • Homeschool Curriculum Review: Mystery of History
  • Bread Making 101
  • Homemade Tortillas
  • Best Sewing Tips
  • …and more!
That Elusive Gentle Spirit

That Elusive Gentle Spirit

(Photo Credit: “Gentle” by Jen Meyer)

Gentleness is one of the hallmarks of a Christian who knows Jesus and reflects His character traits. Matthew 12:20 gives us the perfect picture of how Jesus deals with us in gentleness, “a bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not snuff out, til he leads justice to victory.”

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Book Giveaway at Christian Homekeeper

Book Giveaway at Christian Homekeeper

Sylvia is giving away three books on September 15th.
Head on over to Christian Homekeeper and sign up!

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A Simple Tea Cozy To Make

A Simple Tea Cozy To Make

I never knew how handy a tea cozy could be until I made myself one and used it. It really does keep my tea nice and hot. The insulated lining has a lot to do with that! The tea cozy I’m making here is made from fabric given to me by my friend, Patty, and its destined to sit over my personal tea pot. Here are…

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Time For Goodbyes

Time For Goodbyes

Life has a way of changing and God shows us different plans.

As you know if you are a regular reader here at T2CHK, this ministry has been led by myself and a beautiful, godly lady named Traci Knoppe for the past 3 years.

I have known Traci for the past 11 years and have grown to love and cherish her as a true friend. So you…

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NEW! Simple Living Journal

NEW! Simple Living Journal

We are pleased to announce a new feature on the T2CHK site, the Simple Living Journal, where we offer you a peek inside homes where life is simple, frugal, slow and gentle. The Simple Living Journal showcases blogs of individuals who are committed to living simply and frugally, whether rural or urban. …

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Announcing the T2CHK Market

Announcing the T2CHK Market

At the new T2CHK Market, we offer quality kitchen and home products. You’ll find high-thread count linens for your home. Or long-lasting stainless steel, glass, wood, and bamboo products for your kitchen.

And don’t forget about our Cafe Press Store, where you can find aprons, t-shirts, notepads and more which sport the T2CHK apron and dove logo.

All proceeds from items…

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