Today is my blog’s fourth anniversary! Let me start by saying how thankful I am that you are following along. It has been such a fun journey of sharing encouragement, recipes and home decor ideas with this audience. I am grateful for you! I thought the fourth anniversary would be a perfect time to shareContinue reading “Giant Monster Cookies (With Fresh Milled Flour)”
Category Archives: Recipes
Blueberry Muffins with Streusel
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”
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”
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”
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”
Grandma Smith’s Turkey Gravy with Roux
I am thouroughly convinced that there are not enough words in the English language to describe the tremendous inward and outward beauty of my grandma, Dorothy Marie Smith. I was incredibly blessed to have a close relationship with her all throughout my childhood and up until my adult years when she went home to beContinue reading “Grandma Smith’s Turkey Gravy with Roux”
Crockpot Apple Cider
Welcome to Autumn, friends! When I think of the fall season I think of warm gatherings, cozy slippers and delicious apples. What better way to kick off the season than making crockpot apple cider? I am certain this easy recipe will not only make your home smell like fall-decadence but will deliver autumn-deliciousness to yourContinue reading “Crockpot Apple Cider”
Chicken Bacon Ranch Lettuce Wraps
Happy August 1st, friends! Can you believe that this year is more that halfway over? In my view, I see the month of August as the last sunset of summer. Once September rolls around, I am consumed with all things fall. So in honor of the last full month of summer I thought I’d shareContinue reading “Chicken Bacon Ranch Lettuce Wraps”
Summer Berry Icebox Cake: Memorial Day Edition
As Summertime begins, the weather heats up and Memorial Day approaches, I find myself anticipating all the seasons’s celebrations. Summer means long, hot days filled with back porch barbecues, swimming pools, ice cream, the sound of children playing and thoughts of fresh-picked berries. It includes celebrating Memorial Day, the 4th of July and all thingsContinue reading “Summer Berry Icebox Cake: Memorial Day Edition”
Cheddar and Ranch Cheese Ball
Hi friends! Easter is fast approaching and I wanted to share one of my favorite appetizers with you. I have made this Cheddar and Ranch Cheese Ball countless times and for all different occasions. It gets many compliments each time it is served. Cheese is always a great idea, right? This appetizer is incredibly easyContinue reading “Cheddar and Ranch Cheese Ball”
For His Glory, By His Grace 