The following is a list of activities I have been thoroughly enjoying since Spring decided to finally grace us with her presence. 1. Sitting on the front porch for an hour or two in the middle of the afternoon reading a book as the sun warms my skin, bringing color to it’s pasty whiteness. 2. […]
Strawberry Parfaits
I’m the type of person who would love to eat ice cream at the end of every dinner. But that little voice in the back of my mind keeps me checked in reality. I can’t always have ice cream. So on the nights when I decide to be healthy, I make Kevin and I a luxurious […]
The One with the Reactions to THE Letter
Sunday was a day of encouragement for us. We had no idea how the congregation would react to the letter* Pastor Dale sent out to them during the week informing them of our impending departure for seminary. Happy? Sad? Angry? Frustrated? Excited? Indifferent? *if you’re interesting in reading said letter, it can be found at […]
Baked Tortilla Chips
My husband and I love to much on chips and salsa, but I hate knowing I’m using a fried chip to scoop up a completely healthy vegetable dip. Do you relate? If so, you should definitely try making your own chips. It takes a few times to learn exactly when the chips are done or to […]
The One with the Generational Mother’s Day
To the women who went before me, mentored me, loved me, disciplined me, cherished me, encouraged me, strengthened me, and supported me, thank you. I love you, Mom. You’re amazing beyond words–and I need you more and more the older I get. Grams, I love you like crazy. You make me laugh hysterically. You’ve kept […]
The One with the Bittersweet Announcement
[originally written April 30th, 2011 @ 7:30pm] Tonight my heart is aching, anxious with anticipation. Twenty-four hours from now, our teens will have received the news that will likely devastate them–Kevin and Melanie are leaving. There is much more to the story than our departure from this town, this home, this church, but I know […]
Blackberry Lemon Muffins
Blackberries were on sale for $0.99 cents per package, and I couldn’t resist buying a few! These delicate berries are normally $3.00 or more each, so even though I didn’t have a plan for them, I knew I would figure out a way to enjoy their deliciousness. I found a couple blackberry muffin recipes and […]
The One with the First of Four Fillings
You may remember how upset totally embarrassed I was to discover I had FOUR cavities after not seeing a dentist for 3 years. Today was the dreaded appointment. The first of two that is. Not that I was scared at all. I really wasn’t. It was just a severe inconvenience and a bit of a frustrating […]
Breakfast Burritos
This is the perfect meal to throw together in 15 minutes–whether you need a hearty breakfast or a quick, delicious dinner. Eggs scrambled with peppers, onions and black beans and wrapped in a flour tortilla makes for a surprisingly tasty meal. Try it sometime! Breakfast Burritos recipe by adorkablerecipes.blogspot.com Serves 2-4 Ingredients canola oil 1/2 […]
The One with the Shelter of the Almighty
Finding the shelter in the wisdom of the Lord tonight, here in Isaiah 55:6-13 6 Seek the LORD while he may be found; call on him while he is near.7 Let the wicked forsake his way and the evil man his thoughts.Let him turn to the LORD, and he will have mercy on him, and to […]