The Finer Things in Life

Finances Schminances

October 6, 2008

What a wonder that I do not have to worry about our family finances. I don't need to worry about anything, actually. God says so! For that I am grateful. Dismiss all anxiety from your minds. Present your needs to God in every form of prayer … [Keep reading…]

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Filed Under: Gratitude

Stretchy Taco Meat

October 6, 2008

Mexican-themed meals go over so well at our house that I usually prepare some form of tacos, burritos, enchiladas and the like at least 2 or three times a month. Until about a year ago, the filling for our tacos was generally just the seasoned … [Keep reading…]

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Embrace the “Littles” Years

October 5, 2008

My challenge for you today: embrace this time with your littles. Don’t fight it. What a wonderful gift we’ve been given to be everything to our children. What an opportunity for growth and learning (for us and them!) just by including … [Keep reading…]

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Grocery Shopping?

October 2, 2008

Take the kids! Huh? Doesn't that go against the very grain of all things sane? But... but... I won't get to cross check every one of my coupons with the sales flyer and manager's specials! And speaking of manager's specials, I won't have … [Keep reading…]

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Filed Under: Just for Fun

Taco Soup

October 2, 2008

Soupier than a chili, and with a little Mexican flare. We love this stuff! It's a snap to throw together in the morning and smells so good simmering in the crock pot all day. Oh, and it's healthy! Taco Soup 1 lb. ground beef 1/4 c. … [Keep reading…]

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Filed Under: In the Kitchen, Main Dish - Beef, Recipes

Never visit a new mom…

September 30, 2008

... without taking food! That's my rule. It works for me both as the giver and the recipient. I do not know a more thoughtful gift for an exhausted mom who is focused on tiny fingers and toes, uncomfortable afterpains, umbilical cord care, … [Keep reading…]

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Right There in Black and White

September 30, 2008

I haven't always been good about taking some quiet, daily devotional time for myself. And on the rare occasion where I'd be inspired and gung-ho to dive into my Bible and "read every last bit of it" I would always stop short... way short. Somehow … [Keep reading…]