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Sermon of the Axe
I’ve been on an axe binge lately. I’ve made several tomahawks/hatchets and my current project is a double bladed axe I’ve been commissioned to forge. While forging towel holders and camping tripods is good, there is just something incredible about forging an axe from start to finish. Taking a piece of scrap metal and bringing forth a strong useable tool. I thought I would go through the process the best I can using text and try to bring the significance to anyone reading with a quick walkthrough. First, I gather my materials: a 10″x2″ piece of steel(I like using old lawnmower blades and a piece of high carbon steel for the edge(piece of old file). Once my materials are ready, I get my forge burning hot and clean. After the old … Read entire article »
Filed under: Andy's Blacksmith Shop, Blacksmithing, Messages
Paul’s Birth Story
I can’t believe it has already been a week since my precious angel came into this world! Andy and I are beyond words of how happy and blessed we are that the Lord would give us a son! I want to give a HUGE “Thank You” to every one who kept us in your prayers – they were greatly needed and felt! This week has been amazing and a little challenging just getting used to how … Read entire article »
Filed under: Paul Obadiah
Baby Paul’s Birthday
A few pics of baby Paul’s birthday. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Paul Obadiah, The Robinson's
Andy’s Family
These are pictures of Andy’s side of the family welcoming baby Paul into the world. … Read entire article »
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Paul Obadiah Robinson
Andy and Erin Robinson are proud to announce the arrival of their first born son, Paul Obadiah. He arrived at Brookwood Medical Center at 3:15 on Sunday, September 11, 2011. Little Paul weighs 9 lbs and 6 ounces and is 21 inches long. A pure blessing from the Lord! … Read entire article »
Filed under: Paul Obadiah, The Robinson's
WARNING! Water on Road
At the time of this post, tropical storm Lee is in the Gulf of Mexico. The National Weather service has said up to twenty inches of rain may fall over the gulf states and they are warning people about possible flooding. I researched a little and found that Floods kill an average of one hundred and twenty-seven people in the US each year. What is more tragic is the fact that most of those deaths are caused by people driving over flooded roadways and being swept away. Most of the deaths could be prevented. WARNING! Water on Road! How many times have you seen that sign. I don’t live in a flood prone area, however I’ve seen it a few times myself. Sometimes I’ve been puzzled because just a little water … Read entire article »
Filed under: Andy's Journey, Plain Lifestyle
Winter Squash Chowder
On tonight’s menu is one of Andy’s Favorite Soups – Winter Squash Chowder! I use whatever squash I have on hand. Andy just harvested our Seminole Pumpkins so that will be what I will use tonight. Winter Squash Chowder 2 TBSP Olive Oil 2 TBSP Unsalted Butter 3 cups chopped Onions 2 Large Bell Peppers 2 TBSP Seeded and Minced Jalapeno Pepper 1/2 cup All Purpose Flour 1 TSP Salt 1 TSP Red Pepper Flakes (this is optional depending on how spicy you like your food – I use Cayenne Pepper chopped up really fine) 8 cups Chicken or Veggie Broth 3 cups Peeled, Seeded and Medium Diced Squash 2 cups Peeled and Medium Diced Potatoes 3 cups Corn - Preferably Fresh or Frozen 1 1/2 cups Half-n-Half 2 1/2 cups Grated Cheddar Cheese Heat oil and butter in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the onions and peppers and saute until the onions are transparent – … Read entire article »
Filed under: Cookhouse, Erin's Kitchen, Recipes, Soups and Stews
Early Morning Praise Report
It is 6:47am and Andy has already left for work. I have a load of clothes going so I can get them out before the heat gets here. Our rooster is crowing – he is reminding me that the day has already started. My grocery list is ready for the outing to Heflin where I will run some errands and spend some time having lunch with Andy Today’s to-do’s: Bible reading, Laundry, Chickens, bedroom, clean up my sewing area, diapers, wash the refrigerator, clean out the cabinet above the washer….. In this early morning, the quietest part of the day, I am running though all of my blessings! The thankfulness in my heart for the Savior caring enough for me that all my needs are met! We have a home, … Read entire article »
Filed under: Being A Helpmeet, Erin's Journey, Plain Lifestyle, The Robinson's
THANK YOU TO JOHN AND CAROL, FROM THE ROBINSONS!!!!!
Just wanted to share pictures of the new addition to Paul’s Bedroom! We just purchased a Glider and Ottoman! We would also like to say THANK YOU to our dear friends, Mr. John and Mrs. Carol for the wonderful gift !!! When you come down next you will have to come rock Paul in it … Read entire article »
Filed under: Erin's Journey
The Blacksmith Shop
I started blacksmithing not too long before Erin and I were married. After we were married I began working on my own forge. I started off first with a brake drum forge, but quickly realized that I couldn’t do what I wanted to do with it, so over the winter and spring I began working on another forge. I finished it in May. In this post I will go over the basic things needed to … Read entire article »
Filed under: Andy's Blacksmith Shop, Blacksmithing, Heritage Skills, The Robinson's





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