Keeping Up with the Kids

Katie decided a self-portrait was in order yesterday afternoon as she was typing a paper. Here’s another photo of my angel as a bridesmaid at her cousin’s wedding this past spring. Cody was sick two days last week, and he decided to spend his down time watching a little historical fiction: Gods and Generals and…

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Mmmm…Muscadine Jelly

11:45 AM, Tuesday, November 17, 2009 “For the LORD your God will bless you in all your harvest and in all the work of your hands, and your joy will be complete.” (Deuteronomy 16:15, NIV) I wish you could experience the aromas in my kitchen this morning! I have my pumpkin spice candles burning, and…

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Getting It All Done Tip #7: Get Enough Sleep

“In vain you rise early and stay up late, toiling for food to eat – for he grants sleep to those he loves.” (Psalm 127:2, NIV) Sleep is often elusive for me, because I just don’t have time for it. It seems so useless to me to by lying there doing nothing. But neglecting this…

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Cody's First Deer Harvest

This weekend marks the annual Youth Hunt here in Alabama, and my son Cody took his first deer today, a young 7-point.  We are so proud! Cody’s First Deer, 11/15/2009 There is joy on this journey, on my way home to my Father’s house, Cindy <><

Cindy’s Mushroom Chicken

1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 pkg Onion Soup Mix 4-6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Granulated garlic, to taste Cajun seasonings, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste Preheat oven to 350° F. Mix first three ingredients together. Spray an oven-proof 9×13” dish with non-stick spray and place…

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Cindy’s Quick and Easy REAL Mac-n-Cheese (ready in less than 15 minutes)

1 13.25-oz pkg whole wheat elbow macaroni Salt to taste At least 2 cups freshly grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese ½ to ¾ cup heavy whipping cream 16 oz cubed, browned ham (optional) 2 cups additional grated cheese Cook the macaroni noodles according to package directions. While the noodles are cooking, brown the ham (optional) and…

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Getting It All Done Tip #6: Exercise Regularly

“For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.” (I Timothy 4:8, NIV) You may be thinking, “Why should I take exercise advice from a fat girl?” Because it’s good advice, regardless of the source. 😉 It is…

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Cindy's Chicken Tortilla Soup

1 to 1½ qt chicken broth (homemade is best); add water to make up the difference 1 pint canned chicken (or a 12+ oz store-bought can) 1 can Mexi-corn (corn with red and green peppers) ~ ½ Tbsp cumin ~ ¾ Tbsp chili powder ~ ½ tsp basil ~ ½ tsp cilantro Sprinkle of taco…

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Getting It All Done Tip #5: Keep First Things First

“‘Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” (Matthew 22:37-39, NIV) I really should have put writing about priorities higher on my list! But as we…

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