Becoming Peculiar — Adventures in a Backwards Kingdom

What I’m Into: March 2017

March 30, 2017 by Kathleen Quiring 11 Comments

March continued to involve very little sleep, but at least I watched some quality movies in those midnight hours (when the toddler wasn’t screaming.) (I instagrammed them, by the way. P.S. you should follow me there!) We went on a mini-vacation to Michigan to visit a museum and do some shopping, and most of all, […]

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Filed Under: Life Updates and Just For Fun

Why the LGBT community might not feel loved by Christians

March 28, 2017 by Kathleen Quiring 25 Comments

Photo credit Note: I consider myself a recent but very imperfect LGBTQ ally and also a Christian. So if I say things that are hurtful or incorrect to those who belong to either/both camps, I apologize in advance. And I’m aware that there are affirming churches out there, so I’m not talking about them when […]

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Filed Under: Peculiar Living

DIY Natural Mineral Makeup Liquid Foundation (Only 3 Ingredients!)

March 20, 2017 by Kathleen Quiring 4 Comments

Those who know me know that over the years, I’ve transitioned to non-toxic home and body care products. I make my own deodorant and toothpaste, I wash my hair with baking soda and apple cider vinegar, and I moisturize with natural oils. I clean most of my home with baking soda, vinegar, and elbow grease. […]

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Filed Under: Craft/Handmade

A Note on Future Felix Updates

March 9, 2017 by Kathleen Quiring 4 Comments

Hello, dear friends! I recently wrote an update on Felix’s latest big change: hearing aids. And while I wrote it, I found myself reflecting on how much I want to share about Felix’s life from now on. When Felix was first diagnosed with a life-threatening disease and we found ourselves living in the hospital, I […]

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What I’m Into: February 2017

March 6, 2017 by Kathleen Quiring 4 Comments

My life right now Remember when Felix used to wake up to play for two hours every night? Yeah. We now refer to those as “the good old day.” His wake-up time can now be anytime between 11:30pm and 5am. The duration is typically three to four hours. He plays, drinks anywhere from one-half to […]

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Filed Under: Life Updates and Just For Fun, Peculiar Living