There is so much going on in the news lately, and much that concerns me individually, and for our family and friends, our community, our nation, and our world. So much that was normal to me, to us, just weeks ago, has changed. I remember back in the days of my first real job after college, a co-worker shared some wisdom with me while explaining office procedures in my corporate job when he said: "One thing is for certain, things will change," That was thirty-one years ago, and ... Read More about Finding Beauty in Every Place – Daffodils Along the Fenceline
You who go out, we who stay in, will pray for you.
So much has changed in the last couple weeks. We've gone from busy routines, activities, appointments, and on-the-go lifestyles, to safer-at-home lifestyles. Seriously, at the beginning of last week I was going to business meetings, spearheading projects, meeting friends and family for appointments and outings, and enjoying every moment. I've said before that my favorite part of working at home, is going out! Yes, that is me. These last couple weeks have been a challenge as my routines of ... Read More about You who go out, we who stay in, will pray for you.
Trim Healthy Mama Butter-Me-Up Banana Bread
Oh my word, Mamas, if you have not made this recipe yet, you are missing out! This Trim Healthy Mama Butter-Me-Up Banana Bread tastes like real banana bread. It has the consistency of regular banana bread, too. I am amazed that it is gluten-free and sugar-free and banana-free. You are probably wondering, what is it made of? Rainbows and daises? Please wait just a moment, I get to share the whole recipe with you! Mamas, you have got to try this one. You will not be disappointed. It was ... Read More about Trim Healthy Mama Butter-Me-Up Banana Bread
Finding Beauty in Every Place – Mabry-Hazen House Museum
There is truly beauty all around us. Even in uncertain times, we have the opportunity to look above our current circumstances, and find beauty all around us. I've decided to go on a treasure hunt for beauty, and I believe that I will find exactly what I'm looking for. It was easy to find beauty at the historic Mabry-Hazen House Museum. The Italianate-style home is listed on the National Historic Register and is full of over 2,000 original family items in their collection. From a ... Read More about Finding Beauty in Every Place – Mabry-Hazen House Museum
What to do in Uncertain Times
"These are the times that try men's souls" by Thomas Paine comes to my mind with our current coronavirus outbreak. In modern day vernacular, it is an uncertain time. Most of you know that in January 2019, our youngest daughter, Victoria Leigh, moved to China to teach English. It was such a happy time for her, and me, to watch her adventure in a new country unfold. But with trepidation from being over 7,177 miles away, I also watched the coronavirus outbreak in the land where she was now ... Read More about What to do in Uncertain Times