Success!

It is the favorable outcome of an action.
It is growth, development, improvement and getting better.
It is achieving what you have set out to do.
from:  Success Consciousness


Here is how I know someone is successful -- If you are able to give from your abundance then you are successful. If you are able to donate money, spread happiness, inspire health, propagate love, share knowledge, motivate people, etc. then you are successful.
from:  Fred Gratzon

Yes! 

According to these definitions, 

my first dolly attempt is successful!!!

Lil' firstborn grandchild is fascinated 

by its colors, floppy hair, and little face.

Yay!!!

  

First dolly attempt

In preparation to see my very first grandbaby, I've made a version of a "towel doll" -- not using a pattern, but following instructions to make a Waldorf doll head. The doll was designed using scraps of family history:

 Sweatshirt of my dad's, 

cut into strips and rolled into a ball for the head

 Turtleneck of my dad's, cut into a square 

and wrapped around the ball, then tied to make a neck

 Pink bandanna I used to wear when gardening

 Leftover yarn from other projects

Here is the result, a first-ever doll, and a labor of love:

Think she will like it?

  

Two Old Women

Beginning a new year, pondering the Earth School 

and its diverse coursework.

Here is a link to a delightful story of two elderly Native American women who made a difference. I read it a number of years ago, but it continues to resonate with me long after I returned my borrowed copy...

Two Old Women
by Velma Wallis

I continue to marvel at the ways 

adversity strengthens and mellows us...

if we survive!

source

The counsel of Yahweh stands fast forever, 
the thoughts of his heart to all generations.
--Psalm 33:11 WEB

Here is a link worth exploring:

Manataka Books

Dry Eggnog Mix Experiments

Branch of the tribe in Bristol, England 

is asking for powdered eggnog mix. 

source

Here are a couple of recipes to try...

Dry Eggnog Mix #1

3 qt. dry milk (4 cups)

2 pkg. egg custard pudding mix

6 oz. creamer

2 tsp. nutmeg

1/2 c. sugar

Mix together and put into air tight container. To serve, put 1/2 c. into mug of hot water. This makes a nice gift jar item! ~ Kathy  from: Taste of Home community forum

Dry Eggnog Mix #2

Enjoy the creamy rich flavor of this highly anticipated Holiday Favorite, Eggnog. This simple make ahead eggnog mix recipe offers a hint of nutmeg and requires no cooking to prepare.

Egg Nog Mix:

1 (3 qt.) box of powdered milk

2 (3 oz.) boxes of vanilla instant pudding

1 (6 oz.) jar of dry coffee creamer, vanilla flavored or plain

2 Tbsp. nutmeg

Mix all ingredients until well combined. Store in an airtight container (or in jars for gift giving!).

Make your own Egg Nog:

2/3 cup egg nog mix

1 cup milk

1 cup ice cubes

1 tsp. vanilla extract (optional)

Combine mix, milk and ice cubes in blender until smooth, add 1 tsp vanilla extract. Garnish with whipped cream and a dash of nutmeg if desired. from: Budget 101

   

Since they don't have instant pudding mix readily available 

where they are, 

will see what I can come up with for them...

Here's a down-home company selling a mix:

Blessed Blends