
Don’t let that gorgeous view distract you from that delicious bar! Read on to find the recipe!
Find refreshment for your heart, home and life

Don’t let that gorgeous view distract you from that delicious bar! Read on to find the recipe!
“Go to your room. I’ll be there in a minute.” Those words spoken to our daughters when they were growing up were serious words. They knew that it meant one thing – a S-P-A-N-K-I-N-G was coming! Sometimes they would hear our footsteps soon after they’d gotten to their bedroom. Other times, we would have to go off and pray and collect ourselves first!
In our home, discipline always took place in a private place. If we were at home, it Continue reading “Family Friday – Training in Discipline”

This past week I had two conversations that stuck in my mind and heart. One was when dear lady told me that after holding many responsibilities with titles, she was now “Just a housewife.” The other woman told me she was a part-time housewife and wished it was full-time.
Every woman probably has her own definition of what a housewife does and how she Continue reading ““Just a Housewife””

When Kroger recently put shrimp on sale, I know we were soon in store for a fast, scrumptious seafood dinner! I went searching for a great recipe to make this meal really special. When I saw the word, honey in the ingredients for this dish, my heart jumped. I absolutely love this special condiment! Lime is also called for in this dish, and its tartness added the perfect balance to the sweet honey. This sauce over the shrimp is perfect. Oh yum, we were not disappointed! Continue reading “Honey-Lime Shrimp”
Refreshing the decor in my home seasonally is one way I show my love for my husband. Does that seem strange? What I mean is I want our home to be inviting – not just to our guests, but to HIM! I want him to feel that happy sigh when he walks in the door and finds things welcoming and comfortable. It’s never going to be perfect, and we don’t strive for that standard. We just want it to be a place that draws us and others in, has a cozy warmth, and extends the love of Christ to any who walk in our doors.