1. My favorite food seasoning is Curry.
2. Naptime quiet is music to my ears.
3. Lucky is really Providence.
4. My relationship with God is something I take very seriously.
5. Many people will be unhappy after Tuesday no matter how it goes.
6. Winter drapes was the last thing I bought at the store (Goodwill, wah hoo).
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to sugaring up little beggars at my door,
tomorrow my plans include Christmas photos and the company picnic
and Sunday, I want to REST!
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Friday, October 31, 2008
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Good Sport Guests!
We had some friends of ours over for dinner and I bravely (crazily) chose to make something I'd never made before. Both were really good sports about being our guinea pigs for the night. It was a hit...and she asked me to put the recipe on my blog....so here ya'll go!
Pepper Ring Burgers (idea taken from Rachael Ray's show...with my seasonings)
Ingredients:
1 lb. chicken burg.
1 lb. turkey burg.
1-2 T. Cajun Seasoning (depending on your hotness preference)
2 t. Mrs. Dash Original
3 large peppers (green, orange, yellow, or red)
Smush together burger and spices. Cut peppers into thick rings. Stuff burger into rings...so it is the outside border of the burger. Fry on medium heat with a tiny bit of oil...until browned on both side and cooked through. The peppers browned up a bit too!
Serve on nice toasted Kaiser buns. The spicy burgers were offset by the sweet pepper...yummo as Rach would say!
Dream Clouds (from Simply Delicious Magazine)
Served in stemware
Layer of Cool Whip
Layer Mandarin orange slices
Two scoops orange sherbet
It was harder to get this "prettily" into the glasses than you might think. It was light and refreshing!
Pepper Ring Burgers (idea taken from Rachael Ray's show...with my seasonings)Ingredients:
1 lb. chicken burg.
1 lb. turkey burg.
1-2 T. Cajun Seasoning (depending on your hotness preference)
2 t. Mrs. Dash Original
3 large peppers (green, orange, yellow, or red)
Smush together burger and spices. Cut peppers into thick rings. Stuff burger into rings...so it is the outside border of the burger. Fry on medium heat with a tiny bit of oil...until browned on both side and cooked through. The peppers browned up a bit too!
Serve on nice toasted Kaiser buns. The spicy burgers were offset by the sweet pepper...yummo as Rach would say!
Dream Clouds (from Simply Delicious Magazine)Served in stemware
Layer of Cool Whip
Layer Mandarin orange slices
Two scoops orange sherbet
It was harder to get this "prettily" into the glasses than you might think. It was light and refreshing!
Friday, October 24, 2008
Friday Fill-ins!
1. Right now, I'm feeling happily exhausted.
2. Curled up in my chair with a book is where I want to be.
3. How does one get it all done?
4. God's Word daily keeps me on track.
5. Please don't whine anymore, dear Emma.
6. My baby's smiles fills me with joy.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to have dinner at our house with friends, tomorrow my plans include oil changes and haircuts...and Euchre Night and Sunday (night), I want to go out on the town with my man.
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2. Curled up in my chair with a book is where I want to be.
3. How does one get it all done?
4. God's Word daily keeps me on track.
5. Please don't whine anymore, dear Emma.
6. My baby's smiles fills me with joy.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to have dinner at our house with friends, tomorrow my plans include oil changes and haircuts...and Euchre Night and Sunday (night), I want to go out on the town with my man.
To learn more about Friday Fill-ins go Here.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Remember the words?
I was listening to our "christian" radio station and was irked by the DJ...don't worry it's a common occurrence. They are doing a fund drive which makes them even more maddening than usual. An older couple sent in a donation with a line from this hymn...the DJ didn't know it...surprise, surprise! I'll save my issues with the station for another blog but here is the hymn...awesome...and the link has it playing!
In My Heart There Rings A Melody
I have a song that Jesus gave me,
It was sent from heaven above;
There never was a sweeter melody,
'Tis a melody of love.
I love the Christ who died on Calv'ry,
For He washed my sins away;
He put within my heart a melody,
And I know it's there to stay.
'Twill be my endless theme in glory,
With the angels I will sing;
'Twill be a song with glorious harmony,
When the courts of heaven ring.
CHORUS:
In my heart there rings a melody,
There rings a melody with heaven's harmony;
In my heart there rings a melody;
There rings a melody of love!
Words and Music: Elton M. Roth, 1891-1951
In My Heart There Rings A Melody
I have a song that Jesus gave me,
It was sent from heaven above;
There never was a sweeter melody,
'Tis a melody of love.
I love the Christ who died on Calv'ry,
For He washed my sins away;
He put within my heart a melody,
And I know it's there to stay.
'Twill be my endless theme in glory,
With the angels I will sing;
'Twill be a song with glorious harmony,
When the courts of heaven ring.
CHORUS:
In my heart there rings a melody,
There rings a melody with heaven's harmony;
In my heart there rings a melody;
There rings a melody of love!
Words and Music: Elton M. Roth, 1891-1951
Book Reviews 8 & 9
The Prophet by Frank E. Peretti
I didn't finish it. I couldn't! I don't know what my problem is but I can't handle this book right now. It is too much like what's on the news (elections) and is totally contrary to my belief on prophets and end times. I'll pick it up later...but much later...and try it again. Maybe, it'll be on the list next fall...seeing as the election season won't be so major!
The Busy Mom's Guide to Spiritual Survival by Kelli B. Trujillo
This is a good, practical book. I found that I already did many of these things but it was neat to see someone cared enough to give tips in a book. At first, I thought the title was a bit extreme, "spiritual survival" but after some thought, think it is right on. We need to be serious...very serious...about making God first in our day! I like the concept that even if I get nothing else done but spending time with God...my day is still very well spent!
To check out my Fall Reading List just click here.
I didn't finish it. I couldn't! I don't know what my problem is but I can't handle this book right now. It is too much like what's on the news (elections) and is totally contrary to my belief on prophets and end times. I'll pick it up later...but much later...and try it again. Maybe, it'll be on the list next fall...seeing as the election season won't be so major!
The Busy Mom's Guide to Spiritual Survival by Kelli B. Trujillo
This is a good, practical book. I found that I already did many of these things but it was neat to see someone cared enough to give tips in a book. At first, I thought the title was a bit extreme, "spiritual survival" but after some thought, think it is right on. We need to be serious...very serious...about making God first in our day! I like the concept that even if I get nothing else done but spending time with God...my day is still very well spent!
To check out my Fall Reading List just click here.
Monday, October 20, 2008
Monday Marqee...
Well, it's happened again. You know me and those dumb church marquees. People probably think that I only see the negative ones...or the ones I disagree with but the truth is that I don't feel inspired to write about the ones I agree with...they encourage me and I move on with my day. The others are so irritating that it sort of grinds on me until I decide to write about it and free it to the cyber world.
Today's marquee:
"Lend to God and Earth. They give the best interest."
First, why is Earth even in this equation? Are we now to believe in God and Mother Earth/Father Time? Why is Earth personified? This going green thing is totally getting to me. I believe we are to be good stewards of earth but come on! First, we must remember that God created the earth. He created the earth to bring glory to himself. Not the other way around. Romans 1:25 says, “They exchanged the truth of God for a lie, and worshiped and served created things rather than the Creator–who is forever praised.” Worshipping the creation rather than the Creator is idolatry. May I be as bold as to say that this new “green” movement is a form of idolatry. As Christians we must remember that the earth is ours to rule over. God gave us the earth and all that is in it as our domain. However, we must use it and enjoy it in a God-honoring way. We should be careful not to abuse it or destroy it. We must also be careful not to worship the creation. God is the creator, the one who deserves all our praise! The creation reflects God’s glory and because of that we need to respect the creation and care for it and remember that it’s resources are not infinite. Yes, Christians have a great responsibility to the environment, but it is one that is balanced and viewed through the pages of the Word of God. This earth is perishing, but that does not mean that we turn our backs on what God has entrusted to us. We must be excellent stewards of what God has given us! So, “go green”(to the degree that it is reasonable), but remember that it is all for the glory of God!
Second, the word LEND? I believe that it all belongs to God. Looking at it from that perspective it is He that is lending to us...if there is any lending going on. It seems a bit presumptuous to tell a Sovereign God that I'll lend him some of my stuff. I'd be careful with that attitude. You might just find yourself with nothing. On the other hand, John Piper had a great article on Lending to God based on Proverbs 19:17, "He who is kind to the poor lends to the Lord,and he will repay him for his deed. " From that angle we could all improve. This is a great article...check it out.
Third, what is meant by interest? God is interested in us...John 3:16, "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." However, I'm assuming this is supposed to be cute from an economic stand point. So, financial interest...well, I'm not a big fan of the health and wealth concept. The Bible does not say that being a christian is going to make us healthy wealthy and wise...quite the contrary. "No servant is greater than his master. If they persecuted me, they will persecute you also" (John 15:20).
Lastly, I will give some points for the idea of our being blessed when we follow him. I do believe that he blesses our obedience. Psalm 1:1-3, "Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither. Whatever he does prospers." That concept of good interest I can deal with.
Overall, a weird marquee at best.
Happy Marqee Monday!
Today's marquee:
"Lend to God and Earth. They give the best interest."
First, why is Earth even in this equation? Are we now to believe in God and Mother Earth/Father Time? Why is Earth personified? This going green thing is totally getting to me. I believe we are to be good stewards of earth but come on! First, we must remember that God created the earth. He created the earth to bring glory to himself. Not the other way around. Romans 1:25 says, “They exchanged the truth of God for a lie, and worshiped and served created things rather than the Creator–who is forever praised.” Worshipping the creation rather than the Creator is idolatry. May I be as bold as to say that this new “green” movement is a form of idolatry. As Christians we must remember that the earth is ours to rule over. God gave us the earth and all that is in it as our domain. However, we must use it and enjoy it in a God-honoring way. We should be careful not to abuse it or destroy it. We must also be careful not to worship the creation. God is the creator, the one who deserves all our praise! The creation reflects God’s glory and because of that we need to respect the creation and care for it and remember that it’s resources are not infinite. Yes, Christians have a great responsibility to the environment, but it is one that is balanced and viewed through the pages of the Word of God. This earth is perishing, but that does not mean that we turn our backs on what God has entrusted to us. We must be excellent stewards of what God has given us! So, “go green”(to the degree that it is reasonable), but remember that it is all for the glory of God!
Second, the word LEND? I believe that it all belongs to God. Looking at it from that perspective it is He that is lending to us...if there is any lending going on. It seems a bit presumptuous to tell a Sovereign God that I'll lend him some of my stuff. I'd be careful with that attitude. You might just find yourself with nothing. On the other hand, John Piper had a great article on Lending to God based on Proverbs 19:17, "He who is kind to the poor lends to the Lord,and he will repay him for his deed. " From that angle we could all improve. This is a great article...check it out.
Third, what is meant by interest? God is interested in us...John 3:16, "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." However, I'm assuming this is supposed to be cute from an economic stand point. So, financial interest...well, I'm not a big fan of the health and wealth concept. The Bible does not say that being a christian is going to make us healthy wealthy and wise...quite the contrary. "No servant is greater than his master. If they persecuted me, they will persecute you also" (John 15:20).
Lastly, I will give some points for the idea of our being blessed when we follow him. I do believe that he blesses our obedience. Psalm 1:1-3, "Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither. Whatever he does prospers." That concept of good interest I can deal with.
Overall, a weird marquee at best.
Happy Marqee Monday!
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