Recently a friend of mine wrote on Facebook, “Wishing sharpies were washable....” after her young daughter had used a sharpie for “artwork” all over a family members bedding. I knew that my friend had already dealt with disciplining her daughter and wrote back, “Might as well give the kids a pack of colorful sharpies and let them go to town to … [Read more...]
Go Shake a Veterans Hand in Gratitude
I grew up on military bases in foreign countries, and still, it wasn't until I was much older that I truly understood the full extent of the sacrifice that our military makes every day for our freedom. This song, 'Veteran's Hand, written by Prevo Rodgers Jr. after he returned home in 2006 from a tour in Iraq is a great reminder that we should … [Read more...]
Reverse Agave Caramel Apples
Agave Caramel with Granny Smith apples are a favorite treat around our house. When I saw a picture on Pinterest of apples filled with caramel I simply had to combine my Agave Caramel recipe with this idea of a reverse caramel apple. Here are the results. Apple 8-10 Granny Smith Apples 2 quarts cold water 1/4 to 1/2 cup lemon … [Read more...]
Book Reviews of When I was Young I Flew the Sun Like a Kite
Renee Crosse "WOW! What a beautifully written book of poetry. Kayla Fioravanti has such a genuine and honest way with words. Kayla writes, "In the Arms of the Shepherd, is the story of the redefinition of my life. The significance of the transformation that poem recounts is so important to who I am now that I wanted to break down the poem for my … [Read more...]
Action Acts as a Magnet Towards Finding Purpose
I have a love hate relationship with sleep. On one hand I love to sleep and on the other hand I have trouble quieting my mind to go to sleep. My sleepless nights have given me plenty of time to ponder sleep and the various ways in which we can sleep through life; even when we are awake. The last time I physically slept through life was in … [Read more...]
The Best Ever Meat Lasagna Recipe
This really is the best meat lasagna recipe ever. As you read the directions you might think that I’m going overboard on the sauce, but trust me on this one. We always use a full three bottles of Prego Sauce to make it. This recipe is best made the day before you are going to serve it. The Best Ever Meat Lasagna 1 lb mild ground Italian … [Read more...]
When Death is Personal & Piercing
Death can make many levels of acquaintance with us. There is some death that is remotely connected to you and gives your heart pause, like distant relatives you never met or celebrities. There is death that hits you full force in the heart. And there is the impact death can make in your life that is everywhere in between. I remember the time … [Read more...]
Agave Sweetened Hot Chocolate
Now the the cool weather is upon us it is time for hot cocoa, but I have no premade hot cocoa in the house so I had to come up with a hot chocolate recipe. It is delicious, organic and agave sweetened! Hot Chocolate Ingredients per cup 2 Tbsp Organic Agave Nectar 2 Tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder 10 ounces Milk ¼ Tsp. Vanilla … [Read more...]
Writers Unite in NaNoWriMo
November marks the beginning of NaNoWriMo, otherwise known as, National Novel Writing Month. It is thirty days and nights of literary abandon. During NaNoWriMo 300,000 writers commit to writing 50,000 words in 30 days. Sound crazy? It is and it isn’t. If you are a writer or an aspiring writer I challenge you to choose a camp: Camp Crazy … [Read more...]
Your Waves Echo Forever From Yesterday
Sometimes People come in and out of your life Like ocean waves. Sometimes Their lives lap gently up Onto the shores of your life. Sometimes They are powerful rolling waves That inspire you And touch you deeply, And then settle into Gentle consistent waves that comfort you. Sometimes The tide is out And they seem distant, And … [Read more...]
Outrageous Ginger Ale Pulled Pork
I love ginger and it adds just the right kick to BBQ. I decided to make some pulled pork using my very favorite Natural Brew Outrageous Ginger Ale the other night and it was delicious. You could make this recipe with regular Ginger Ale, but I think the good stuff made all the difference. Plus, if you like ginger ale, you have to try out Natural … [Read more...]
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