When I think of my favorite summertime fruits, blueberries are one of the first that to come to mind. They can be enjoyed in many ways and added into a lot of different dishes. One recipe I have really enjoyed making are these delicious blueberry muffins with a streusel topping. They are light, fluffy, moistContinue reading “Blueberry Muffins with Streusel”
Author Archives: Stephanie Haley
Be Still and Know
He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations; I will be exalted in the earth.” – Psalms 46:10 Being still is not always easy. Most of the time, from my perspective, it even feels like it is becoming more and more difficult to still myself inContinue reading “Be Still and Know”
When Strivings Cease
In Christ alone, my hope is found He is my light, my strength, my song This Cornerstone, this solid ground Firm through the fiercest drought and storm What heights of love, what depths of peace When fears are stilled, when strivings cease My Comforter, my All in All Here in the love of Christ IContinue reading “When Strivings Cease”
What You Focus on You Magnify
(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”
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”
For His Glory, By His Grace 