The long search was finally over! I could just see it in my mind’s eye but never found chairs that matched, were the right size and affordable. Recently, this French style of chair has popped up at bridal rentals and on blogs. If only I could find one. I came up empty handed on … Read More about Stylish Game Table for the Family
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Showy Rich Oreo Cheesecake
Amy made yummy cold Oreo dessert while taking her mind of finals. Great timing because we had some company coming! Since I don’t often make a dessert it was a real treat for my family. Usually, we have fruit or ice cream. I can’t eat these rich things due to diabetes. When … Read More about Showy Rich Oreo Cheesecake
Because It’s Summer!
First, let me just say this. It is summer! Be prepared to ask WHY a lot regardless of your kids’ ages. Be prepared for absolutely ridiculous answers. Silly answers. Because it is summer. We lose our head jsut a little bit becasue it is summer. This morning this greeted my husband who … Read More about Because It’s Summer!
Sabbath Words…Harmony
Words written centuries ago. Words of encouragement to the church. Valid words today. Words written to You, graciously but no less directive. Over the past few weeks, our pastors have been presenting a series on unity, essentials and distinctive of the Christian faith. Today the topic was unity with diversity. These were the main verses, … Read More about Sabbath Words…Harmony
Mom’s Simple Spaghetti
Mom, known as Sister in her community was a good cook. Her spaghetti was the best. We loved it. Let’s be clear, my mom was a small town girl from the Arkansas Mississippi delta. Her last name was Anderson. I have no idea when she learned to make spaghetti. I make it … Read More about Mom’s Simple Spaghetti
Old House to Heart Home #1
Old house to heart home has been a big challenge for me! My family made me see it was home! Sunday afternoon my 13 year struggle to love this old not perfect house came to an end. It’s not the house I imagined as home in this phase of my life. I wanted a fireplace … Read More about Old House to Heart Home #1
Paris Poached Eggs for Family Game Day
Sometimes you may want a little drama and a new dish to serve. This is just the dish! Easy to make and the taste pops! When our family gathers for weekends I usually serve big bunch style breakfast. There are usually 12 of us … Read More about Paris Poached Eggs for Family Game Day
Sabbath Words…Sit, Still, Silent
Years ago as I watched my son laying in the swing bench on my mom’s deck, she told me, “Kids need time to just dream.” That really has stuck with me over the years. Sitting around and dreaming. Later in the instant need the answer right now culture, … Read More about Sabbath Words…Sit, Still, Silent
Mama Influence
Years ago as a young mom, a friend, Cookie told me she prayed over her kids every morning as they left for school. Mama Influence through blessing. I took up the practice. I use the blessing from my weekly church youth meetings. Number 6:24-26. “Go out to the car. I’m late. I’ll … Read More about Mama Influence
Sabbath Words…Pink Skies
And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, … Read More about Sabbath Words…Pink Skies