Homemade Taco Seasoning
Freeing Up Your Time by Freezing Up Your Food
So you may be wondering how this post fits into the Crafting/Organizational category. Well read on and you will be enlightened. A new wave of meal prep ideas to save time and save money have hit the internet. My most favorite idea to date is the plan, shop, chop and freeze meals that I have been trying.…
Read MorePotty Training Charts
We started potty training with my almost 2 year old this past week. Definitely the hardest parenting challenge I’ve faced yet.
I created 2 posters to keep the experience positive for my daughter.…
Read MoreWorkouts for Moms
Once you become a mom, “me time” is hard to come by. As hard as it is, it will benefit both you and your kids to make time to exercise. I love fitness. Although my fitness regimen has changed a lot in the past 2 years I have consistently made time for some form of exercise. I hope these suggestions will motivate you to find time for yourself!…
Read MoreBlessed by the Ministry of Young Life
Have you ever heard of the wonderful ministry called Young Life? I had heard of it, but did not understand its power and impact until I got involved first hand. In 2006, I transferred to Azusa Pacific University and wanted to get plugged in to some type of ministry. Young Life was the first one to catch my attention,…
Read MoreKidney Bean Caramelized Onion Veggie Burgers
This recipe was served at a potluck in Grenada and the friend who made them was gracious enough to share his recipe. As much as I loved the mini burgers he made for us that night, I altered the recipe and liked them even more. I served them on a Friday night with oven fries and my husband could not believe they were veggie burgers. …
Read MoreOrganizing a Meal Plan
In a week, I will be traveling to Florida, leaving my husband to fend for himself! This mostly is in the area of food. Although he is a mean grilled cheese maker 🙂 I thought that maybe he would need a few more options for his week alone! Although this may seem like an easy thing to do or a no brainer, it actually takes quite a bit of planning! I remember, whenever my mom would go on a trip, she would leave us a 5,6,7 page hand-written packet of our schedules, rides to practice, who would be where when, our meals and more. Now, this was for a VERY BUSY family of 6 who only survived by my mom’s color coded planner 🙂 For us, as a family of two, I am going to give you a basic guide to plan meals when you are leaving your husband at home for a period of time……
Read MoreA “PERFECT” Gift for the Grammies
Have you ever dreamed of the perfect gift for someone you love? That “PERFECT” gift for someone who has everything and wants nothing. This is often the dilemma of Christmas shopping for grandparents. With the holidays right around the corner, many folks may be starting to think about how to truly express love and appreciation for the people who have made a significant impact in their lives. …
Read MoreApricot Jam-No Sugar Added
I absolutely LOVE to make homemade jam. But with this Anti-Inflamation diet that I am trying to stick to in order to help heal my back, I have not been eating jam because even the low sugar variety I make has quite a bit of added white sugar. So my precious friend and prayer partner gave me this wonderful recipe for Apricot Jam-No Sugar Added.…
Read More“Let No One Look Down on your Youthfulness”
This past week, I had the privilege of filling out a questionnaire that is going to be used in the future as a featured article on a friend’s blog. The two of us grew up on the same street and although she was a few years younger than me, I had a fond affection for all the members of her family. Their parents were solid Christians and I truly admired how they raised their kids and what giving and caring people they were. When our family moved to the town that we have lived in for the past 20 plus years, she was the first person that reached out to me and welcomed me and my family into our new community. …
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