I read the following in my Spirit of Ireland devotional this week: “We are given a fresh start not only at the beginning of the year, but every morning when we wake up. We have the chance to start new and make things right.” That statement really blessed … Continue reading →
Hi everyone: This week I just want to share an interview I had with Greg Musselman a few weeks ago on the Canadian TV show “100 Huntley Street,” (the longest running show of its kind in Canada’s history) about my book, Help, Lord, I’m Having a Senior Moment. Here’s … Continue reading →
The old girl just turned 13–a teenager now but that’s about right for her lifespan so she’s groaning with age and can’t keep her temperature where it should be. I took the hint and am sending her off to the recycle yard today, to be replaced with a … Continue reading →
I’ve had a week of sense and nonsense–stuff that makes me want to scream and stuff that brings a smile. I’ll list a few, but spare you the details since I feel certain you have your own ‘stuff’ to deal with. A friend died. A business I’m dealing … Continue reading →
My friend Lydia Harris recently published her book, In the Kitchen With Grandma: Stirring Up Tasty Memories Together (Harvest House Publishers). I interviewed her and wanted to share her comments and a tasty recipe with you. What prompted you to write this book? I’ve had fun cooking with my … Continue reading →
I’ve been thinking about this question lately. Do I want to respond thoughtfully and kindly to situations that provoke me? Or am I tempted to fly off the handle with the first words that come to mind–usually words that are far from thoughtful and kind? There’s a slogan in … Continue reading →
Dear God, old age is creeping up my legs, down my arms, and across my face. I can’t catch it so I can’t stop it. I guess the best thing to do is accept it–with gratitude–since I’m actually very blessed to have made it this far and still be … Continue reading →
There’s a popular cliché that says, “When the going gets tough, the though go shopping.” Ha! Ha! Not really. I’m inclined to edit this saying: “When the going gets tough, the weak turn to the Bible.” And as a friend of mine suggested to me years ago, “Personalize the … Continue reading →
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Continue reading →Hi everyone: I realized after I posted my blog for today that I had forgotten to include the recipe for my favorite bran muffins so here it is: BOUNTIFUL BRAN MUFFINS Ingredients list one: 1 egg 2 tbs. Safflower oil 2 tbs. honey 2 tbs. molasses 1/4 cup plain … Continue reading →