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Creating a home on (and off) the range

Creating a home on (and off) the range

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The greatest commandment: Love God and love others

Fulfilling God’s greatest commandment: loving God and loving others

first ride on Penny after getting bucked off and breaking two vertebrae.

Back in the saddle: Choosing faith over fear

How baby chicks remind me of faith

Faith & fowl beginnings: Learning to trust God

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12 Powerful Ways to Pray for Your Child

January 25, 2018

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12 Powerful Ways to Pray for your Child

If you’re a Christian and you’re a parent, you probably want to be more deliberate and diligent when you pray for your children. It doesn’t matter if they’re three months old or 33, they need prayer! Here’s a simple guide with 12 powerful ways to pray for your child. I want to be more diligent…

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Filed Under: Spiritual growth, Thriving while the nest empties

How to repair a leaky faucet and save money

January 10, 2018

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Repairing a leaky faucet

Got a leaky faucet or a running toilet? You can save money by making some minor plumbing repairs on your own. Yes, you! Even though I’m married to a farm boy/engineer who can fix LOTS of broken stuff, he dared me to repair a leaky faucet many years ago. I took the bait. He often…

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Ten tips for better running after 40

January 2, 2018

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Ten tips for better running after 40

Have you ever thought about running for exercise but decided you were too old to start? Or you used to run and tried to pick it back up after a few (or many) years and found it was a lot harder than it used to be? I’ve considered myself a runner since I won ribbons…

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Filed Under: Body work, Fit and full of life

Embracing Christmas in all its bittersweet goodness

December 25, 2017

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Merry Christmas from Plum Prairie Ranch

I love so many aspects of the Christmas season: the decorations, the food, time with family and the music, but in a challenging season of life, I find my enthusiasm a bit dampened. Like dark chocolate, Christmas can have a bittersweet flavor. As we get older, we remember past celebrations with loved ones who are…

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Filed Under: Fit and full of life, Spiritual growth

Gluten-free Cranberry White Chocolate Oat Bars

December 11, 2017

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Gluten-free Cranberry White Chocolate Oat Bars

Gluten-free cranberry white chocolate oat bars are an easy treat when you want a festive sweet. The ruby red cranberries just have a jolly look to them, and their tartness is offset by smooth white chocolate and the nutty flavor of oats. And, most important of all, these bars are yummy. I made these in…

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Filed Under: Food and family, Gluten-free 'n good

Easy ornament wreath will brighten your front door

December 3, 2017

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An ornament wreath is a festive way to brighten your front door this Christmas season. Making your own ornament wreath is an easy DIY craft project, as long as you learn from my mistakes. Once you’ve got the supplies, creating the wreath takes less than an hour. When you need to repair it not once,…

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How to build decluttering momentum in minutes

November 20, 2017

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How to build decluttering momentum in minutes

Try decluttering a small space when you’re overwhelmed by chaos in the cabinets, closets and corners of your home. By taking a few minutes to make progress in a manageable area, you build decluttering momentum. Hello, I’m Sandra and I’m a clutter bug. I have trouble getting rid of items that could in any way…

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Are you or your loved one struggling with mental illness? There’s hope!

November 4, 2017

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One quarter of the U.S. population struggles with mental illness. You may be ill yourself, or you know someone diagnosed with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder or some other mental health challenge. I’m passionate about shining a light of compassion on those who suffer with mental illness because my dad had bipolar disorder. My dad died…

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Filed Under: Fit and full of life, Mind matters

Gluten Free Easy Chocolate Banana Peanut Butter Surprise Muffins

October 24, 2017

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Easy Gluten Free Chocolate Banana Peanut Butter Surprise Muffins

What do you do when you have brown bananas on your counter or in your freezer? Sometimes you make muffins. The hubby loves peanut butter and banana combos while I’m a die-hard Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup fanatic. I found a gluten-free muffin that combines those flavors into one scrumptious little package. We’ve been on this…

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Filed Under: Food and family, Gluten-free 'n good

Easy chalk painting for beginners

October 15, 2017

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Easy Chalk Painting for beginners

Have you ever wanted to try chalk painting but were put off by the cost? Or you knew what color you wanted but couldn’t find it on the shelf of your craft store? Well, I found the solution! This post contains both written instructions with photos AND my very first PPR YouTube video, if you…

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Filed Under: DIY IRL

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Sandra Engelland

Hi, y'all! I'm a "plains girl" as opposed to a plain girl (which I probably am, too), meaning I was born and raised in the southern plains. I want to invite you on a journey to transform our homes, enrich our lives and deepen our impact on those around us. Go to the About Me page and About Plum Prairie to learn more. Read More...

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