My computer is dying a slow death. I turn it on in the morning and it grinds and groans awake. Sometimes like me…slowly grinding and groaning, not wanting to move from my comfortable place of slumber. This morning was one of those mornings. There was a chill in the air and all was quiet outside…even … Continue reading
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Growing Up & Sipping Latte
This morning, my almost 17-year-old woke up, made herself breakfast and began working on her school before I even tumbled out of bed. I came downstairs and she was already dressed and ready for the day. How did this happen so fast? I hear her saying she has to get ready to leave for work… … Continue reading
Chocolate & Chuckles
This spring, we hosted Comedienne/Soloist Sue Duffield for our Chocolate & Chuckles event. What a deliciously fun evening! Thank you, Sue! At each place setting was dark chocolate biscotti with candied orange and cranberry. In the center of each table was an array of desserts ranging from white chocolate covered pretzels, pecan butter crunch toffee to … Continue reading
DIY~ Pedestal Platter
For our Chocolate and Chuckles event, we needed more cake pedestals than we owned so we made some of our own. Here’s how we did it! 3 individual serving size ice cream dishes. ~ any kind of solid object will work just make sure they are all the same height. Use a minimum of 3 for … Continue reading
A Sweet Treat
The day was hectic. Answering phone calls, checking off the to-do list and trying to catch up from the busy weekend left me feeling wiped out before the week even began. How was I to fit it all in? My patience meter ticked down quickly as my frustration level rose. Nothing insurmountable was plaguing me; just … Continue reading
Just for Fun Friday ~ Lullabies, Socks & Shoes
My husband and I were gone away at Pastor meetings this week. We arrived home last night to a clean house and a short-sheeted bed…thanks to my amazing kiddos! My son, Jonathan, has always loved music. When he was small and sitting in the high chair, the best way to keep him concentrated on his … Continue reading
From Wretch to Treasure
This week we are attending District Council (Pastor meetings). We meet together; focusing on business matters, but more importantly, focusing time to rekindle relationship with others in ministry and refreshing our hearts through worship and Word. This morning, we were able to share communion together. My heart was touched by this particular song: How Deep … Continue reading