Where new homemakers come to grow
One of the ways that we set the tone in the home is through our attitude. The Bible says: It is better to dwell in the wilderness, than with a contentious and an angry woman. -Proverbs 21:19 It also says: A continual dripping on a rainy day and a quarrelsome wife are alike. -Proverbs 27:15 With today's standards on women, many women are more inclined to expect housework from their husbands and constantly complain about the work ... read more
As a "brand new" adult, finding a place to live that isn't completely infested with rodents, isn't surrounded by gang bangers, and doesn't cost your entire paycheck can be hard. Even with a spotless reputation and references, you can't always find what you dream of. (You lied to me House Hunters!) So when it came time for my (now) ex-husband and I to find a place to call home, we ended up in a less than 300 square foot, tiny, one-room cabin on ... read more
It’s with a heavy heart that I write this post... I’ve been putting this off for some time because it’s one of the last things I want to do but I’m finding in this season of life, with a new little one in the home that I am unable to continue my blog, The Homemakers Cottage, and my group, The Homemakers Corner. So, I am for the indefinite future I am shutting down both. I do hope to return someday so I will not be taking either of them ... read more
We talk a lot about homemaking here at The Homemaker's Cottage, but we are obviously not the only blog that does. It is such a hot topic among Christian bloggers, and likely even non-Christian blogs too. It is often misunderstood, underappreciated, the cause of stress, and more. If we all say the word homemaking to the average person we will each hear varying responses about what they think it is and how they feel about it. Homemaking is ... read more
Homemaking is a great way to serve our families! As new homemakers, we may find ourselves trying SO hard to keep our house clean, cook tasty and nutritious meals, and do whatever else we deem as necessary domestic duties. If we sit and rest or spend too much time on Facebook, we may find ourselves feeling really guilty that we are not hard at work, but honestly, we all need a break now and then. Hopefully, by now you have an understanding of ... read more