This is a post from 2021 Lenten season. This year there is no snow. Spring sprouts are beginning to pop up in the flower beds. But no blooms yet. Just the promise of what is coming soon! When the blossoms do come, it will be a glorious sight! lent is a reminder of brokeness O Jesus, quicken me. O Jesus,…
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Warm Your Soul with Soup
What can warm your soul when it is brrrr cold outside? A glowing fire? Family? Lit candles? How ’bout homemade soup? We have a few favorites. This one is from a fellow Army wife from our Germany days. It’s Chicken Tortellini Soup. chicken soup with a twist Try this hearty chicken soup with a twist. Traditional Italian seasonings and tortellini…
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Retro Artichoke Dip & That Spinach One Too
Do you need a stand by hot appetizer in your favorites collection? Here you go! Spinach Artichoke Dip! Add to your Recipe Collection Having a few favorite appetizers in your ‘Favorite Family Recipes’ collection is a good idea. The easiest of all is pre-peeled shrimp with cocktail sauce. It is a special treat for everyone. And of course the stand…
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Packing Christmas Away
Sunday was Epiphany, the day that marks the end of Christmas season. Epiphany is the rememberance of the Wise Men who arrive at the house to worship the Child. When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Matthew 2 Go to Matthew…
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Fabulous Side for Labor Day Celebrations
It’s not Labor Day but it is Nancy’s birthday! family favorite Nancy is our oldest. Later we will go over for the celebration with food and games. We’re bringing a family favorite as requested, Grandpa’s Hash Brown Casserole. This is a great side dish for so many meals. We love it with steaks, ham, and the list goes on. Leftovers…it…
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