Improving my love of life…. through loving God, self and others
In my early twenties, I had a job where I worked in an office with three other women. Our boss was twice my age, very fit and energetic and seemed to check me out head to toe each morning as I arrived at work. She would comment on my outfit or jewelry, in that way... Continue Reading →
Friday is garbage day in our little community. I don't like to run outside on Fridays because every few feet I am greeted with cans, boxes and containers of smelly, marinating trash. Normally I would hold my breath while passing by, but when I run I am sucking air as my lungs demand, no control... Continue Reading →
....or Coleman's birthday cake every single year. We originally had this cake while visiting dear friends in Memphis and now it is the only cake he will eat, and it's gone in hours when we have it. So, this recipe is from my friend Britta: Chocolate Chip Cake 1 Pillsbury yellow cake mix 4 eggs... Continue Reading →
I have a friend who is young, smart, talented and very single. By that I mean that she considers herself eligibly unlucky, watching all her friends and family tie the knot while she has yet to meet anyone who she would consider marriage material. This woman is gorgeous and faithful that God will provide a... Continue Reading →
So simple....keep them in the fridge on summer days. I got this one from Top Secret Recipes, and there are lots of versions, but this one is the simplest. Homemade Peanut Butter Cups 24 mini muffin tins 2 -12 oz packages milk chocolate chips (I use Hershey's) 2 c peanut butter 1 c powdered sugar... Continue Reading →
This is a typical day at my back door. The dogs are always so desperate to go outside, they run around the backyard exactly one time and then back to the door to happily get inside. The cats mostly come and go as they please, but must have assistance, so the game goes all day... Continue Reading →
Fireworks are not my favorite. Actually, fireworks in Nebraska really irritate me. I used to love driving to a park nearby, pulling out a blanket and sitting on a slope or the back of a pick-up and watching a town put on it's best show of the year to celebrate our country's independence. That's not... Continue Reading →
What a great post by someone who is probably half my age and so very wise….
I was watching something recently, where two characters were fighting. Now, these characters are smart. But they fought and argued over the silliest things. And it got me wondering about how we have this tendency to turn most disagreements into full blown arguments and fights.
We have this inherent need to be in the right. To justify our actions and claims. And to disagree with others who may not uphold our views. I do that too, you know.
But is every fight worth the fight? The answer is no.
On an average, we tend to disagree with most people. And that’s okay. Disagreements are good, because they demonstrate vibrancy and pave way for a more nuanced view of looking at that situation or life in general. But sometimes, we get caught up in justifying ourselves that we forget that disagreements are, in reality, quite good for us. A different perspective doesn’t necessarily…
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Yep, this is the good stuff. Put it on a BELT (bacon, egg, lettuce, tomato), on a burger, on top of grits, anyplace you would insert bacon. It's amazing, I promise. Bacon Jam (from Foodie with Family) 1.5 lbs bacon 2 sweet onions, sliced 4 cloves garlic, crushed 1/2 c cider vinegar 1/2 c brown... Continue Reading →
Today is an important day, my Dad is retiring from his career. I know that may not sound all that special to most, but in my world it's a big deal. You see, my Dad has worked for the same organization for 45 years. Yes, he started working for the Boy Scouts of America in... Continue Reading →
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