Christian Life in Limbo: How Low Can I Go? REALLY LOW
Christian Life in Limbo: How Low Can I Go? REALLY LOW My life has been in limbo for an exceedingly long period of time. I am in the pit. And no, I haven’t buried a loved one, and all my cats and children are in fairly good health. Wait, I take that back about the…
The Trouble with Dead Christians: They’re Still Dead
The Trouble with Dead Christians: They’re Still Dead I remember quite vividly the funeral of a dear friend at the ripe old age of 43. At the time I was 30, and I may have considered her “middle-aged.” Now, myself at 46, I am certain she wasn’t. As her husband and young son stood at…
Marriage Emergency: My Husband is on a Diet and I Can’t Deal
Marriage Emergency: My Husband is on a Diet. Yes, my husband is on a diet. I can’t. What is this phenomenon? Why can’t he leave well enough alone? The last time he went on a diet he cut back from three beers to two, and he lost 9 pounds. In a day. I know, you…
When Life Gives You Lemons… Pucker Up Buttercup
When Life Gives You Lemons… Pucker Up Buttercup Oh, my stars. I don’t think I can make lemonade or lemon pie, or lemon… anything but fresh tears. It can’t get any messier. Actually, if that is a challenge to the universe, what I meant to say was, UNCLE! White flag. Tap out. Remember the Alamo……
Sacred Ground Sticky Floors Recipe Buttermilk Pancakes
Pancake Love! Oh my goodness, these are our favorite pancakes in the history of pancakes! Little known fact, I prefer my pancake with butter and sugar, not syrup. This became a thing when I was a kid. Syrup made my stomach hurt. Dare I say, I thought it was too sweet. Butter and sugar on…
Closed Doors, Open Windows: If God Were My Handy Man I Would’ve Fired Him Already
Closed Doors, Open Windows: If God Were My Handy Man I Would’ve Fired Him Already I am not a huge fan of the saying, “God won’t close a door without opening a window.” I mean, it’s a lovely thought. That He, the God of all, is up on high organizing bigger and better things… with…
Sacred Ground Sticky Floors: Best Chocolate Chip Cookies EVER
Print Sacred Ground Sticky Floors: Best Chocolate Chip Cookies EVER Author Jami Amerine Yield 24 cookies This recipe is tried and true. It may be the simplest, yet best cookie on the planet. A kid’s favorite. Doesn’t every good childhood memory involve a warm chocolate chip cookie Ingredients 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp salt 1…
Sacred Ground Sticky Floors Recipe: Strawberry Cake
This Strawberry Cake is just so delicious you will become a family favorite of yours too! We save it for special occasions, but it is a great treat for Sunday lunch too! Of course, you’ll need a nap. Rich and creamy, yet fruity and light. It has a beautiful texture and natural colors. No need…
Sacred Ground Sticky Floors Recipe: Hot Cocoa with Marshmallows
Print Sacred Ground Sticky Floors Recipe: Hot Cocoa with Marshmallows Yield 8 cups A cup full of snowy sleds, Christmas trees, boots, mittens, and all the cocoa. A warm belly and a super happy heart is in this steamy cup of delicious creamy cocoa! Ingredients 2/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder 1 1/3…
Sacred Ground Sticky Floors Recipe: Aunt Charlene’s Lemonade
Lemonade!!! COME AND GET IT! Sacred Ground Sticky Floors Recipe: Aunt Charlene’s Lemonade Lemonade!!! COME AND GET IT! For me, nothing says summer like Lemonade! And I am all about pretty glasses, decorative straws, and SONIC ICE! How do you like your lemonade? We also love to add fresh strawberries or raspberries, mint, or basil!…