How do we say Goodbye?

When someone we love is dying, we often stumble over what to say. We want to provide comfort and peace but have no idea how to do it. Good willed people tell us, “Make sure you say good-bye.” But how do we do that? We feel a need to say so...

Fall Inspiration

It’s almost time for apple orchards, bonfires, sweaters, and pumpkin spice candles! Here’s my inspiration board for my favorite time of year! These images, along with others, can be found on my Pinterest board. What are your favorite fall...

10 Tips for Starting Your Own Urban Farm

I recently wrote about the joys of urban farming and starting your own garden to grow healthy food for you, your family, and potentially your community. Are you serious or thinking about becoming serious about starting your own garden? I thought I’d share some...

When It Feels Too Hard to Forgive

Several months ago I watched an interview with Mary J. Blige. I was not familiar with her life or her music, but I was immediately drawn in as I listened to her. She grew up in New York City and had been abandoned by her father.  A...

Easy Natural Refrigerator Dressing

Easy Refrigerator Dressing   Here is a quick, easy and natural dressing that can be whipped up from ingredients that you might have in your fridge.  It is great on cucumber tomato salad or as a marinade for chicken or fish.   ¼ c. orange juice or...

An Off Switch Four Our Fears

When I search the word fear on Bible Gateway I get 336 passages pertaining to fear. That’s almost a fear per day for an entire year. Boy is the enemy busy making sure we don’t receive what God has for us. He works tirelessly filling our heads with lies that we...