Have you ever wondered, “Is it just me that wants to start a home Bible study (or anything else for that matter), or is it God?” Discover the answer to that question AND 4 ways to know if God is leading you to start a home Bible study (or anything else) on today’s Front Porch… Read More
Glo-ing at Home
Front Porch Friday: How to Start a Home Bible Study Intro
Today we’re tackling a question that took TWO women to answer AND, I’m thrilled to say, is launching a new Front Porch Friday series: How to Start a Home Bible Study. Have you ever thought about starting a Bible study in your home but then thought, “Yikes! How could I ever do it? I wouldn’t know where to… Read More
Dessert Time Fun
Recently I found myself with unexpected guests and needed a quick dessert. As I opened the pantry door, a bright idea came to mind – “let’s have a group participation dessert”. I gathered the ingredients for this week’s recipe and quickly prepared it. Everyone was then invited to the kitchen and when I shared the… Read More
This ‘n That
I am so thankful God gave us friends! Friends are such an important part of our lives, but being an only child, many of my friends have become like a sibling to me. They offer me unconditional acceptance, love, encouragement, fun times and help. Two of my friends recently sent me some wonderful tips and I am going to share… Read More
Family Recipes – Installment #2
Okay girls – as promised, here is the next wonderful recipe I want to share with you from our recent family reunion. Everyone (from the youngest to the oldest) raved about this dish. It can be thrown together and ready in a flash. The recipe is for a single recipe but I highly advise you… Read More
Light and delicious – a good thing!
My family and I just returned from my husband’s family reunion. One of the best things about this annual event is the many recipes that you glean from the fabulous smorgasboard of goodies. Besides seeing everyone and catching up on the past year’s events, this takes top priority on my list! For the next couple of blogs,… Read More
Front Porch Friday: How To Love Your Prodigal
Having an adult child on the run from God is difficult enough, but you know what’s harder? When that adult child’s visits are having a negative impact on their younger, still-at-home siblings. So what’s a Christian mom to do? That’s today’s question on Front Porch Friday: Ask Laurie. So come on over, and let’s talk… Read More
It’s Too Hot to Cook!!
O.K. girls, be honest – how many times have you already had that thought run through your mind this summer? I’ll go first – too many times to keep track. Added to the heat is the fact that it is summer vacation and yes, we want a break like everyone else. Well today’s recipe is a home-run. Your family… Read More
Summertime = Homemade Ice Cream!!!
Summertime brings many wonderful opportunities to enjoy life (minus mosquitoes gnats, flies, etc)! But, I choose to ignore those little annoyances and look forward to one of my favorite things about summer – homemade ice cream. As far back as I can remember, the signal for summer’s arrival was my dad going to the garage and retrieving the crank-type ice cream maker. Then… Read More
Monday Manna: My Grandmother’s War at 94
Meet my grandmother, Alice Leslie. Is she the cutest thing or what? And see that peach tree loaded with peaches? It’s right outside her house and, honey, she’s working overtime these days to protect every single one of those peaches. See those pie pans dangling from the branches? Grandmother hung them there to keep the… Read More
Front Porch Friday: How to Honor Your Husband When You Disagree With Him
How do you honor your husband when you reeeally don’t agree with him? If you’re married or hoping to marry, that’s a question you need to know how to answer. And on today’s Front Porch Friday, I’m sharing 3 ways you can honor your husband EVEN when you disagree with him. See you on the porch!… Read More