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5 Ways to Decorate with Seshells
Summer often means trips to the beach, walking in the sand, and collecting seashells. Have you ever wondered what to do with all of those shells you’ve been storing? I just use mine as a vase filler, which is an easy decoration for a table, mantel, or bathroom. These ideas that I’ve gathered from around the web require a little…
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Grace’s Sweet Life, a Collection of Italian Desserts
Soon after Mason was born, I was sent a cookbook to review. The book, Grace’s Sweet Life arrived just before we headed out of town, so I took it along to peruse during the ride. Let me just tell you, our mouths were watering after reading the first few recipes! Bradley made me read aloud each recipe {not all the…
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Journey through the Psalms: God is our Fortress
via “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its swelling. There is a river whose streams make glad the city of…
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21st Century Bartering & Family Photos
Back in the old days people would trade services for services; you couldn’t always expect to get cash payments for work you performed. Doctors would treat their patients and sometimes receive chickens, eggs, or even produce in return. Many parts of the world still function with systems like this, but the USA generally works on money for services rendered. I’m…
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Zoo Day
Over the weekend we had the opportunity to attend the Ordination service for a good friend of ours in Charlotte, NC. He just completed his studies at RTS {Reformed Theological Seminary}, and has been given the position of Assistant Pastor at a church plant in South Charlotte. We were thrilled to rejoice with him and his family as they celebrated…
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Pan Fried Parmesan Zucchini
Zucchini was coming in faster than I could keep up with it a few weeks ago, so we were trying all kinds of different recipes. I love zucchini and onions, cooked in a little butter with some salt and pepper, but I can only eat that so many times before I get a bit tired of it. Thankfully, Sherri, has…
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To Lengthen or Not to Lengthen
Today I just have a simple question for you. I need some help! The drapes I made for my dining room last summer are a bit too short, I think. People have varying opinions on drapery length, so I realize this is ultimately a matter of opinion. However, I can’t decide if I should change these or not. Should I…
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Making Creamed Corn & the Recipe
Up until about 3 months ago, all of my experiences with Creamed Corn have been out of a can. The day I came home from the hospital with Mason, though, my friend brought us a delicious home-cooked meal, complete with homemade Creamed Corn. It was delicious! My mom, Bradley and I all tried to guess at the ingredients and we…
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Zucchini Cornbread
Summer is in full swing, which means lots of fresh produce! I hope you’re taking advantage of farmer’s markets in your area, your own garden, or if those don’t appeal to you, at least look for the produce sales at the grocery store; the in-season produce is usually the best price. We’ve been blessed this year with a productive garden,…
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Chocolate Buttermilk Scones {the not-so-skinny ones}
One of my Pinterest boards, is titled “Recipes to Try”. Perhaps many of you also have a board that is similar to this one. Well, I decided it was about time to start trying those recipes out! {This is the danger of Pinterest. We find great ideas and then just spend lots of time looking, but no time creating}.…