Welcome to my quiet and special little corner of this great Big world. A world currently facing unexpected trials; yet, we know, triumphs are around the corner. Popping into your space today, brings me great joy, as I continue to press forward. “Be workmen that needeth not be ashamed.” This is Paul’s message to us … Continue reading My Longing for Home
Ingredients: 1/2 cup whole milk, warm, not hot 2 tsp instant dry yeast 1 tsp sugar ¼ tsp nutmeg ¼ tsp cloves 1 tsp cinnamon 3 large eggs 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1/4 tsp salt 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 Tbsp zest of orange 2.5 cups 1/2 cup room temperature unsalted butter Warm water ¾ Raisins Glaze ½ cup powder sugar 1cup warm water 1 tbs fresh orange juice Icing: 2 Tbsp … Continue reading Recipe: Hot Cross Buns
Preheat oven to 350 degrees This is a soft dough. It’s best not to handle with your hands too much. Have all ingredients ready to go, and work quickly and as gently as possible. Ingredients: 2 ¼ unbleached flour 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 1 ¼ cups sugar, plus … Continue reading Recipe:Chewy Sugar Cookies
Well it’s been a challenging week for me so far. Monday I had to make the decision to put my 15 year old Pomeranian to sleep. She was the sweetest soul I knew, and taught me so much about how to be gentle, kind, loving, and about the importance of quiet space. She was sent … Continue reading Kingdom Profession
Last night I overheard someone I know say to her mom “I am glad for this time.” I was speaking to her on her other line, and she told me to hold, while she spoke briefly with her mother. In a sense, I can relate. I am not happy people are dying, I am not … Continue reading Heart Rising
My doctoral research study is to examine community resilience after a mass shooting. This has been quite the undertaking and I declare that there were moments of the process that really tested my own resilience, patience, and fortitude. The last few days have been proof of this. My friends know of my feelings, and I … Continue reading The Resilient Cheerleader
This salad is one of my favorite in this group. It is bright, light, and oh so, refreshing. I use lemon juice instead of vinegar to maintain the color of the apple and avocado. Make sure to wash the avocado, as well as other vegetables/fruit before cutting begins. Serves 1 or 2. Ingredients: One organic … Continue reading Recipe: Lemon Cut-Up Salad
In the earlier part of this month, of this year, I am supplied with an aging milestone. I’ll be 55! My biggest dilemma now, is whether I’ll be attending church events dedicated to the 55 and older age group 🙂 I am leaning toward “probably not”! This current decision is not based on the idea … Continue reading Oh! The Places…
I pride myself on not being gullible. Yet, there are times when my trusting nature can get the best of me. I just came out from a situation like this. It took me a couple of days to say, no more! It was tough, it was disheartening, and it was daunting. But with God’s guidance, … Continue reading Discerning Cons
Ingredients: Sauce & Filling: 1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil (I prefer hearth healthy Thrive algae oil) 1 medium chopped white onion (plus 1/8 cup chopped uncooked for final step before baking) 2-3 medium minced garlic cloves 3 tablespoons good chili powder (I use a dark red) 2 teaspoons ground coriander ½ teaspoons oregano (You may … Continue reading Chicken Enchiladas