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#bethelight – Day 3

Today is National Housewife Day.  Take the time to thank your mom, to thank your dad, to thank your sister, to thank you brother, to thank your roommate, to thank who ever it is in your life that does the laundry, picks up the house, washes the dishes, vacuums the carpet, cleans the kitchen and… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 3

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#bethelight – Day 2

Yesterday was a success!  I smiled at every person.  I even took two pictures of me smiling and posted them.  That is rare... me in a picture not the smiling part.  People noticed.  They noticed that I seemed happier.  I was happier.  That happiness was contagious.  Others around me were happy, even when serious topics… Continue reading #bethelight – Day 2

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#bethelight – Day 1

Keep it simple.  Smile at EVERY PERSON you encounter today, whether you are passing them in the hall or side walk, or talking to them in person.  Smile!  Smiles are contagious! To learn more about #bethelight, visit A Warrior Spreads Light  

Warrior Wednesday

A Warrior Spreads Light

Darkness cannot drive out darkness.  Only light can do that.  Hate cannot drive out hate.  Only love can do that. - Martin Luther King Jr. I am sure you have noticed... We live in a fallen and broken world.  Isn't it enough that many are suffering from natural disasters, the effects of crime, homelessness, broken… Continue reading A Warrior Spreads Light

Thought Tuesday

This Little Light of Mine

There is a greater need for light in world suffering from growing darkness.  The light the world need lives within each of us.  The light within us can chase away shadows of doubt, illuminate truth, energize hope, and enlighten the soul. What does it mean to shine?  Well, a dictionary says it means to give… Continue reading This Little Light of Mine

Menu Monday

Soup 3 meals a Day

It's been a long week getting my show open.  Thankfully, my husband did all the food prep for the week.  He made 4 different pots of soup and got them in the fridge.  That made it easy to have healthy food... but I did eat soup 3 meals a day.  LOL.  Here are the soups… Continue reading Soup 3 meals a Day

Recipes

Lentil Soup with Coconut

 4 servings       Prep Time 15 minutes     Cook Time 30 minutes INGREDIENTS 1 Tbsp olive oil  1 yellow onion 2 cloves garlic 1 Tbs grated fresh ginger 1/2 Tbsp ground turmeric Pinch red pepper flakes 2-3 carrots 1/2 lb red or yellow lentils (about 1 cup) 4 cups water 13.5 oz can coconut milk 1/2 Tbsp salt (or to taste) TOPPINGS (OPTIONAL) 1/3 cup large, unsweetened coconut flakes 1/4 bunch cilantro 2 cups cooked jasmine rice INSTRUCTIONS Add the olive oil… Continue reading Lentil Soup with Coconut

Recipes

Vegetarian Dinner in a Pumpkin

Vegetarian Dinner in a Pumpkin 4 servings         Prep time: 30 minutes     Cook time: 1 hour 15 minutes Ingredients 1 medium pumpkin 2 c cooked wild rice pilaf 1 onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic 1 pck sliced mushrooms 1/2 c walnuts 1/2 c dried cranberries 2 c spinach, chopped 1 tsp… Continue reading Vegetarian Dinner in a Pumpkin

Scripture Sunday

I Stand All Amazed

My heart is heavy.  There has been much distress around me - from the news to people I am acquainted with, that shocks and saddens me.  In times of great distress I turn music that uplifts my soul.  Today I was searching for that one song that could enlighten my mind and came across... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X90AbQRL-8U… Continue reading I Stand All Amazed

Satisfaction Saturday

Satisfied with Keen Sandals

Today I am satisfied with my Keen sandals.  I have 3 pairs.  That should tell you how much I love these shoes. These sandals are versatile, comfortable and up for all the activities I do... I know.  I am not hiking everywhere.  I don't raft rivers.  I do, however, work in a scene shop.  I… Continue reading Satisfied with Keen Sandals