10 Things Forgiveness is NOT. Forgiveness is one of those things that is often misunderstood. We are commanded to forgive. And not just once, but, always. While forgiveness is a vital component of healing and growth, there are several misconceptions about what forgiveness truly means, especially in the evangelical church (at least that’s true in […]
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Whether you’re hosting a formal tea party or making breakfast with your kids, Scottish oat scones are a quick and easy menu option. I’ve done both and everything in between! Plus, I always have the ingredients in my pantry, which saves me an extra trip to the store. For breakfast, my kids and I eat
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North Dakota has been in the deep freeze this weekend. I’m talking -50 “real feel” temps. During the weekend, my nest just had one little bird in it. He has been my baker in the past, but lately sports, activities, and video games have lessened his baking activities. Since neither one of us was going
A new year. A fresh start. A time to develop healthy habits and work toward big goals. And, I am here for all of it! I LOVE this time of year – it’s an opportunity to reflect on the previous year and pray about future plans and goals for the new year. During one of
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Every fall, I enjoy getting out into the great outdoors during deer hunting season. I trudge through cattails that are well over my head (you’ve never had a hip workout this intense), walk shelter belts in sometimes knee-deep snow, or post at the end of a tree row in the bitter cold. If I’m close
One of the things I enjoy making most is cookies. I also really like pecan pie. So, why not marry the 2 together? Pecan pie cookies are nutty, buttery, and slightly addicting. If you don’t eat the entire batch, you could get a jump start on Christmas baking, as pecan pie cookies freeze really well.
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On this quest to eat healthier, less processed foods, I sometimes tire of eating eggs or plain yogurt for breakfast. After perusing the web for healthy breakfast options, I found the idea of using an acorn squash as a breakfast bowl! This is a fun option to throw into the breakfast line-up, especially for the
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One of my favorite camping experiences was my first camping trip to Minnesota’s North Shore. I loved it so much, that I decided my husband and I needed a repeat to explore all the areas we didn’t get to the first time. We took our camper, but sadly, left the dogs at the puppy hotel
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Whiskey cocktail meatballs are a quick and easy appetizer. Whip up a batch of whiskey cocktail meatballs for game days and casual get togethers. And, they are scrumptious enough to serve at life’s special events.
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Community. You’ve heard the saying by Jim Rohn, “You’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” I’ve been aware of that quote for several years. But, it wasn’t until I started dating Tyler, that I REALLY heard it. Or, more accurately, it was the first time that sentiment about community
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