by Kayla Stikeleather | Dec 16, 2014 | Alumni, Community, Uncategorized, Village Life
When you’re a h.e.a.r.t. student, there are certain things that you realize only happen when you’re a h.e.a.r.t. student. Most of which are not thoughts that your average student would have or struggles that an average student would face. So, in honor of all...
by Kayla Stikeleather | Dec 9, 2014 | Allison Patterson, Appropriate Technology, Community, Community Driven, Fermentation, Gardening, How To, Intern, Nutrition, Uncategorized, Village Life
A recent partnership between Polk Avenue Elementary School and the h.e.a.r.t. village has led us to become increasingly creative with how to turn would-be food waste into usable food sources again. One of those creative solutions has been with milk. Michelle Counter,...
by Kayla Stikeleather | Dec 5, 2014 | Community, Community Driven, Spiritual Development, Student, Uncategorized, Values, Village Life, Worldview
Helen is a semester student this fall. After going home for Thanksgiving, she wrote this reflection about her new normal. After a week of rest, electricity, and spending time with my family, I am back on the h.e.a.r.t. campus for the final two weeks before graduation....
by Kayla Stikeleather | Nov 12, 2014 | Alumni, Beliefs, Community, Culture, Heather Webb, Spiritual Development, Theology, Uncategorized, Values, Village Life, Worldview
I wrote this story in 2008 while my husband and I were serving in Tanzania, East Africa. Are you a h.e.a.r.t. alum with a story to tell? We’d love to hear it and share it! Email me anytime. My spirit was troubled today. I went to town on Monday with the teacher...
by Kayla Stikeleather | Oct 8, 2014 | Appropriate Technology, Becoming a Missionary Mom, Heather Webb, How To, Recipe, Uncategorized
There are three members in my family. Two of them have sensitive skin. While there are plenty of laundry detergent options here in the U.S., this was quite a challenge while we were living overseas. Most soaps in Tanzania are harsh–full of fragrances and...
by Kayla Stikeleather | Oct 7, 2014 | Ashley Carter, How To, Recipe, Uncategorized
Thanks a Latte! That’s what I said to myself once I made these new delicious cookies! In my last post, I shared with you the recipe for one of my favorite pumpkin cookie with a promise for an upgraded version. I like to call these Pumpkin Spice Latte Cookies because...
by Kayla Stikeleather | Sep 26, 2014 | How To, Primitive Cooking, Uncategorized, Values
Join Stephen Kane, trained Survival Expert, on an unforgettable weekend adventure of learning and boosting your survival skills. This family friendly workshop is open to people of all skill levels. Early bird discounts are available until November 1,...
by Kayla Stikeleather | Sep 25, 2014 | Appropriate Technology, How To, Primitive Cooking, Uncategorized
When I teach wilderness survival I am aware that someday this information may save someone’s life. … Although I take the teaching of this very seriously I believe the learning of wilderness survival should be FUN! Having survival skills allows people to...
by Kayla Stikeleather | Sep 22, 2014 | Ashley Carter, How To, Recipe, Uncategorized, Village Life
Fall has crept up on us again…and even earlier than usual when it comes to food. The Florida heat hasn’t yet subsided and we still sweat heavily every day, but our taste buds are welcoming the pumpkin craze that comes with this time of the year. So, I thought I would...
