I can pinpoint exactly when my writing was set free. I remember where I was sitting when David Sanford destroyed all of the literal and mental barriers to publishing. Today, I can feel the void of his departure from this earth into heaven. Oh, what a greeting he must have received from all those whose lives he directly and indirectly impacted with … [Read more...]
Honey Tahini Cookie Recipe
I love to experiment in the lab and in the kitchen. To me it is relaxing to play with recipes in the kitchen. I generally try baking recipes one time and then from there I make adaptions to the recipe that suit me. Reading recipes is a pastime for me and they inspire lots of new creations, but don't you hate it when there is a huge long story … [Read more...]
2021 FREE Kindle Book Deals
Where did 2021 go? As we enter that final month of the year I wanted to be sure to give my readers an opportuntity to download several of my Kindle books for FREE. Don't have a Kindle device? Directions at the end on how to use the app for free. A Little Handbook about Addiction will be available for free download Dec 1-5, 2021. This will … [Read more...]
Aromatherapy Resources
As an industry insider I wanted to share some aromatherapy resources, books, organizations, and products with those looking for recommendations. Aromatherapy Organizations There are many aromatherapy organizations. NAHA and AIA are my favorites. In full disclosure I write articles for both organizations, but that is because I believe in … [Read more...]
Hungryroot Leaves Customers Hungry
My daughters and I tried Hungryroot in an effort to simplify one aspect of life during an incredible busy season. We were really excited to try Hungryroot after reading all about them and their service. But reality and what we read on their website did not match at all! Not even close. The first week was an epic failure...the second delivery was a … [Read more...]
Tomato Pie Recipe
Tomato Pie is super popular at my local farmers market and regularly sells out during tomato season. I keep missing my opportunity to buy one so I bought all the ingredients today and tried it out with both crust and phyllo pastry. I'm loving the phyllo pastry version just as much as the traditional tomato pie. Ingredients 4-6 Large Ripe … [Read more...]
The Big D
By now the news has broken. Dennis and I are divorced. Yes, it is true, I said it, divorced. Or this may be the first you are hearing of it. Some will judge me a sinner. And that’s okay. Others will know we are all sinners, and rest in the fact that God knows the details without fretting themselves about my soul. God and I have hashed it out. … [Read more...]
Homemade Chicago Mix Popcorn Recipe
Love is sharing your popcorn.Charles M. Schulz I love popcorn. End of statement...let's get to the recipe! Well, really, recipes because you need caramel and cheese popcorn to make Chicago Mix. Caramel Popcorn Recipe Ingredients 1 cup Butter2 cups Brown Sugar½ cup Corn Syrup1 tsp. Sea Salt½ tsp. Baking Soda1 tsp. Pure Vanilla … [Read more...]
10 Years of Walking Through Grief
My mother was a worrier to her very core. In hospice, before she slipped away into days of silence, she looked me in the eyes and said, “I know you are going to be okay, Kayla.” She shook her head in deep agreement with herself and slipped into another long period of sleep. These were some of the last words she ever spoke to me. That she had peace … [Read more...]
Milestones of Loss
February is littered with milestones of loss. On February 7th of last year I was absorbing the waves of grief as my dear friend Holly Port passed away. Last year I posted Shine on Holly Port, Shine On and this year I am sharing her obituary from her funeral. At her funeral I was overcome with grief as they played music that we listened to over and … [Read more...]
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