8 servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Ingredients 1 onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 jalapeno pepper, minced 2 c dried pinto beans, rinsed 4 c vegetable broth 4 c water t tsp oregano 1 tsp ground cummin 1/2 tsp black pepper 1 tsp Himalayan pink salt Directions Saute onions, garlic,… Continue reading Healthy Instant Pot Refried Beans
Month: November 2017
No Sugar Healthy Carrot Cake
12 servings Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Ingredients 1 2/3 c whole wheat flour 1 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp Himalayan pink salt 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 c coconut oil 2/3 c honey 1/2 c unsweetened applesauce 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla 1 3/4 c grated carrots 1/3 c chopped… Continue reading No Sugar Healthy Carrot Cake
Keeping My Flame of Faith Alive and Well
I am sure thousands of books have been written, and thousands of talks have been given addressing the principle of faith. Faith is a topic I feel we are all trying to understand, comprehend and gain a perfect knowledge of... what more could I truly add? And yet, I find myself compelled to address the… Continue reading Keeping My Flame of Faith Alive and Well
Satisfied with a little R&R
For Satisfaction Saturday I have to say I am satisfied with my little mini vacation to the Oregon coast. In fact, for perhaps the first time ever, I felt like my vacation was too short. I usually can't wait to get home, but this time I was really wishing we had booked our hotel for… Continue reading Satisfied with a little R&R
#bethelight – Day 12
Yesterday I finished a crochet blanket and I am nearly done with a scarf I am crocheting as gifts. I have many gifts to go, but I will continue working on my creations and hope that they will warm the heart of the intended recipient. Today my intended kindness is to end gossip. I saw… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 12
Freedoms Sacrifice Remembered
Again... I had this written and couldn't attach photos while I was at the coast for a few days. Today for Family Friday I want to pay my respects and give thanks for the many men and women who sacrifice in the service of our country and communities to ensure freedom and certain standard of… Continue reading Freedoms Sacrifice Remembered
If You Build It They Will Come – Addams Family Set
A week ago we closed Addams Family the Musical at Central High School. What a fun show! We started rehearsals a week before school started. We also started building the set on the weekends. My building team consisted of the kids in the cast, the kids in my tech theater class and a couple dads… Continue reading If You Build It They Will Come – Addams Family Set
#bethelight – Day 11
Yesterday I wrote a letter to a friend who is serving in the military thanking them for their serving. Who did you thank? Today, I am still enjoying a little R&R and do not have my computer at my disposal. I am having a little difficulty attaching pictures to my blog posts, so forgive me.… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 11
#bethelight – Day 10
Yesterday I increased my listening skills AND I called my brother just because. I am loving my journey of 365 days of spreading light and joy. I really don't know if it is effecting others, but I do notice that it is effecting me! My attitude and gratitude has most definitely increased. Today is Veteran's… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 10
#bethelight – Day 9
Yesterday I tried hard to listen... no interruptions. It's harder than you think. But I honestly gave it my best shot. Today is ... I looked this up day up. I found that it is a day to remember family, friends, and loved ones. I can't really find an origin for this day (although I… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 9
