Transformer Mommy

October 30, 2026October 30, 2026 RefreshHerLeave a comment

As a follow-up from my recent podcast on The Grace-Filled Home, I want to share the other side of motherhood – the side that shows our nature that gets frustrated, and not at all like Christ. I pray it will encourage you as a mom.

I’m a mother of daughters, so I’m not too familiar with the Transformer toys that I see the boys playing with at church, but I understand that they can change from one thing to another. I recently saw a “Mommy Transformer” when I was in town.

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Hash Brown and Turkey Sausage Casserole, perfect for breakfast or brunch

October 26, 2026October 25, 2026 RefreshHerLeave a comment

Most mornings my breakfast consists of Greek yogurt, fruit and granola. But about once or twice a week I’ll make something warm and a little more filling. Last week was a new recipe that was delicious, substantial, but also light!

I found a recipe for a Hash Brown Casserole with Turkey Sausage and Cherry Tomatoes in my Cooking Light Cookbook. It suggested serving it as a side dish for a casual meal, or a main dish with coffee and fresh fruit at breakfast or brunch. I put it on my menu to serve for breakfast, and it made enough to freeze half and use the rest for a few breakfasts for my husband and myself! This is what I’d prepared when a friend came over for our bread-making lesson. She enjoyed it, too!

Here’s the recipe:

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baking · friends

It’s Better With a Friend

October 23, 2026October 22, 2026 RefreshHerLeave a comment

Solomon said ~

Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. Ecclesiastes 4:9

This week I invited a friend over who simply wanted to know how to make Sourdough Bread. I had shared my recipe with her, but thought it would help for her to see the simple process herself. She was so surprised how easy my sourdough is. It’s not like the fussy kind you have to discard and baby each day. She said, “I can do this!” Indeed! It’s not that difficult!

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Kitchen Tips · soup

Homemade Chicken and Rice Soup in 10 Minutes

October 19, 2026October 18, 2026 RefreshHerLeave a comment

We returned home from California yesterday morning where I spoke at Camp Ironwood’s fall ladies’ retreat. It was a wonderful time together. I watched the Lord answer prayers I had prayed, give strength, opportunities to pour into those precious women, and gain many new sweet sisters in Christ. It was a very full four days in every way.

When I got home Sunday morning after flying the red-eye flight from Las Vegas to Charlotte,then Charlotte to Tri-Cities, we walked into the house weary, and also needing a little sustanance. Hmmm, did we need breakfast or lunch? My stomach was hungry, and my whole body was confused! As I considered what I could fix quickly, homemade soup came to mind. I remembered my favorite Chicken and Rice Soup that is the fastest homemade soup ever, yet with flavors that are so comforting. I’ve shared this in the past, but I want to tell you about another shortcut in making this that I just learned about!

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God's character · trust

Knowledge Will Lead To Trust

October 16, 2026 RefreshHerLeave a comment

Recently as my husband and I were traversing the desert area of Camp Ironwood where I’m speaking this weekend, we were riding in a golf cart loaned to us by the camp. He had gotten a tour from the camp director when we were here the last time, and even though it was three years ago, I knew that he knew exactly where we were going as we climbed sandy hillsides and crossed back roads. I wasn’t afraid we’d lose our way because I know what a navigator he is! He rarely ever doesn’t know exactly where we are!