As an adverb, The Free Dictionary defines still as:Continuing now or in the future as in the past.I've done a devotional on still as an adjective; but as I thought about the prompt for today's post, the adverb meaning was the word I needed. It's what GOD is speaking to me. I don't share on the blog here to preach. I share what HE is teaching me personally.There is so much turmoil in the world today.There is unrest.There is loss.There is sadness.There are problems.There are struggles.There are ... Read More about Still
Squash Casserole
My mother-in-love shared this recipe with me in 1995 - over 20 years ago. I have been making it ever since. My in-loves have a huge garden and when we lived close by, they shared much of their bounty with us. Recently a friend here has started sharing her veggies with us, and Victoria made this delicious side dish last week.Squash Casserole:4 cups squash, diced1 small onion, diced1/2 stick butter2 cups herb seasoned stuffing mixSaltPepper2 eggs, beaten1/2 cup milk1 can cream of ... Read More about Squash Casserole
Pink, White and Purple
Sunday morning as I perused my closet, I thought about the upcoming holiday and wondered what red, white and blue combination I would wear. Having several choices, my mind kept going to these fabulous pink suede pumps that had just been purchased the night before. Now there is a story to the pumps; but I'm going to try to not get sidetracked. Bottom line: $238 J Crew Italian Suede pumps for $35 at TJMaxx. I like fashion... And the week before I'd found a great pair of long, wide leg, white ... Read More about Pink, White and Purple
Banana Split Cake
One of my favorite desserts growing up was Banana Split Cake. When Victoria asked me what I'd like for my birthday this year, I picked my childhood favorite. It did not disappoint. Thank you Victoria for making my birthday special.Banana Split Cake12 servings3 sticks butter2 cups graham cracker crumbs2 eggs2 cups powdered sugar3-5 bananas, sliced1 20 oz. can crushed pineapple, drained1 12 oz. carton of whipped topping1/2 cup pecans, chopped1 6 oz. jar maraschino cherries1. Mix 1 stick of butter ... Read More about Banana Split Cake
I’ll love you with raisins; but not with Amish sugar cookies
I found this jewel in my drafts folder. It was written 8/5/2010 after returning from Joni and Friends camp:As we left Joni & Friends camp, the director said that we could take home any of the snacks that were left. As my new friend June, held a box of raisins in her hand and nibbled from them, she said, "There are plenty of boxes of raisins at the table to take home." I am not adverse to raisins; I like them in oatmeal, in snack mixes, etc. But when I saw there was a choice of ... Read More about I’ll love you with raisins; but not with Amish sugar cookies