(This blog is dedicated to my amazing Pastor’s Matt and Lynn Clayton. Thank you both for your wise teaching, dedication to advancing the kingdom and for your humble, strong leadership.) So often these days I have had my perpetual train of thought interrupted by another voice. “How long are you going to go focus onContinue reading “What You Focus on You Magnify”
Author Archives: Stephanie Haley
Hershey’s Caramel Pecan Bars
Years ago one of my co-workers brought a fundraiser catalog to work for everyone to look through. Her daughter was raising money for school programs. It was one of those fun magazine-style catalogs that feature a number of items from kitchenware, wrapping paper, snacks and home decor. As I flipped through the catalog I foundContinue reading “Hershey’s Caramel Pecan Bars”
DIY Christmas Card Holder
Giving and receiving Christmas cards is a timeless tradition dating back to 1875 here in America. It is something I have learned to look forward to each year. I enjoy preparing my own card to send out just as much as finding the happy greetings waiting for me inside our mailbox throughout the month ofContinue reading “DIY Christmas Card Holder”
The Nativity
Christmastime has held a special and nostalgic place in my heart ever since I was a very little girl. From a young age, I easily fell in love with the twinkling lights, the red and green decorations, gold ribbon and silver bells. I felt enchanted by the Christmas carols being joyfully sung at every turnContinue reading “The Nativity”
Count Your Blessings
Autumn is such a special time, set apart from all other seasons. It gives the inviting feeling of coming home, welcoming friends and gathering family together around a delicious, hearty meal. November is one of my favorite months of Autumn. Here in California the weather finally takes a dip in temperature and the colors ofContinue reading “Count Your Blessings”
The Life and Love of Allie; Forever in Our Hearts
The Conversation It was a warm March afternoon in 2010 when the conversation began. “Do you think it would be ok if we looked into getting a puppy?” I sheepishly asked my husband. I wasn’t necessarily hesitant about asking because I thought he wouldn’t want a dog. It was more so because we had onlyContinue reading “The Life and Love of Allie; Forever in Our Hearts”
Key Lime Pie
Before the end of summer, and the seasons change once again, I wanted to share a favorite recipe with you. This is the perfect summertime dessert. However, since limes are ripe from May all the way into October, this dessert has also been a fall favorite of mine many times – it is always aContinue reading “Key Lime Pie”
A Light Unto My Path
As the morning sun rises and slowly begins its lengthy stretch across the vast, expansive sky, it boldly announces a fresh new day. Another new beginning. My sleepy eyes begin to flutter open. I pull myself up and place my feet firmly on the floor. As I rise to face another day, I thank theContinue reading “A Light Unto My Path”
Blessed Assurance
Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God. Psalms 43:5 Emotions are a big part of life. They inevitably fill our days with ups and downs, highs and lows. If I’m being honest, sometimes I findContinue reading “Blessed Assurance”
St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock Shakes
In the month of March, it seems the whole world turns green. At least in my little corner of the world it does. Everywhere I look I see emerald blades of fresh green grass beginning to appear upon our rain-washed earth. Lime colored leaves push forth from the barren tree branches. The bushes and plantsContinue reading “St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock Shakes”
For His Glory, By His Grace 