Servings; 2-4 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Ingredients 2 pkg sliced portabello mushrooms, chopped 2 c button mushrooms, chopped 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 c vegetable broth 1 Tbs balsamic vinegar 4 springs fresh thyme 1 bay leaf 1/4 tsp… Continue reading Mushroom and Barley Soup
Month: November 2017
@bethelight – Day 22
Holy Cow! It is harder than you think to put away your smart phone for even just one meal! But I did it. We had guests for dinner so I made sure I put it away. However, it was hard to ignore the occasional "buzz." Next time I will need to be sure to leave… Continue reading @bethelight – Day 22
A Big Thanks
Today I was looking at all the people who follow my blog. I am amazed that people from all over the world have found my musings interesting. It is most amazing that people who don't know follow me. Thank you! Thank you for reading my blog posts and for following my. I write for my… Continue reading A Big Thanks
Wendy’s Roasted Butternut Squash Apple Soup
Servings: 6-8 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook time: 35 minutes Ingredients spray cooking coconut oil 1 butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces (about 6 cups) 2 red, sweet apples, cored and cut into pieces (about 4 cups) 1 small onion, chopped 3 celery stalks, chopped… Continue reading Wendy’s Roasted Butternut Squash Apple Soup
#bethelight – Day 21
Yesterday for #bethelight I decided to leave a big tip in a tip jar at Jamba Juice. This man saw me do it and was curious as to why I would do that. I explained that I had a goal to do something kind every day and that today was the day I chose to tip the… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 21
Menu Monday – Still Waiting for Variety
My life is still so fast paced that I haven't been adventurous with food. I haven't even taken pictures of what I am eating. I will do better this coming week. Again, I ate veggies or a smoothie for breakfast. Again, I had a salad or soup for lunch. I made Asparagus and Sunny Side up… Continue reading Menu Monday – Still Waiting for Variety
#bethelight – Day 20
Yesterday I attempted to fill my heart with gratitude. It was my birthday. I usually dislike my birthday. It seems like a let down. So if I have a low expectation it's easy to meet said expectation. LOL. However, I went through the day working on my attitude of gratitude and the day went by… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 20
Expect the Unexpected
I have been pondering prayer and receiving answers to prayers this past week. I think of the things I prayer for... greater faith, love, holiness, wisdom, discernment, God's grace, courage, patience, the joy that only God can grant along with the basic daily needs my family and I stand in need of each day... and… Continue reading Expect the Unexpected
Painting Grandma
Our stage makeup class just finished the old age unit. Just in time to apply those lessons to work on the cast of Addams Family the Musical. Grandma needed some work. Here are the steps we taught the students to create a great old age makeup for the stage. The first step is RESEARCH. We… Continue reading Painting Grandma
#bethelight – Day 19
Yesterday I commented on a few of my favorite blogs. I love to read the thoughts of others. I love when they uplift me. Today I will practice saying please and thank you more often... especially for my trials. "And in nothing doth man offend God, or against none is his wrath kindled, save those… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 19
