Taking a tidy up approach to kitchen cleaning will only result in rearranging clutter rather than organizing. Act like you are moving when it comes to de-cluttering the kitchen. What would you take with you? Chances are you are only using 20% of your stuff …
The Days After Christmas
Last week, my parents left to go back home after spending the holidays with us. I have been busy back at work and getting the house in order after having a house full of people. Funny, when the house is full it is noisy and …
I Believe in Miracles
“Everything is possible for him who believes” [Mark 9:27]. On the wall just next to the lamp is a sign—I believe in miracles—given Christmas 2007 in a gift exchange game. Unbeknownst to the giver, after years of pain and disappointment, a promise had been given—“by …
Cultural Traditions during the Holidays
It was the week before Christmas when I received a call from my parents who were in Florida visiting family. My mother said she was on her way back to Georgia and was bringing a pig for Christmas Eve. Knowing that it is customary in …
Cheryl’s Christmas Salad
Preparation Time: 15 minutes Salad Dressing: 6 Tbsps olive oil 2 Tbsps white vinegar 1/2 tsp pepper 1/2 tsp salt 2 Tbsps apple juice concentrate Salad: 1 avocado, chopped 1 stick celery, washed and chopped small 6 cups torn spinach leaves or 1 bag (10 …
Our Family’s Christmas Traditions
The Christmas season traditionally begins for our family on Thanksgiving morning with a wonderful concoction known as wassail. Our particular recipe consists of grapefruit, grape, orange, lemon and pineapple juice, tea, cinnamon sticks, and cloves. We drink it the entire season until we consume the …
Scripture Stickies Winner
Congratulations to Renae Meyer for winning our Scripture Stickies giveaway. A special thank you to Julie at Scripture Stickies for the fabulous giveaway.
The Star of Bethlehem
Was the Star of Bethlehem a real astronomical event? A myth created by the early church? Explore the history and science for yourself. These two video clips are worth taking a few moments to watch and be amazed!
Last Minute Gift Ideas
Christmas is almost upon us. Have you finished all your shopping? Don’t worry, it’s still not too late. Why not try one of these last minute ideas for that hard-to-buy-for person on your Christmas list? Give a charitable gift in your recipient’s name. Through World …
Make Your Own Gift Card Holders
Is the teen on your list requesting more than one gift card? Create a gift card holder. Creative Memories offers a product called the Photo Sharing Card that is perfect with a few embellishments. Or create your own custom design with card stock, some plastic …