Book Review: Live Second

I've mentioned it many times before.  I love devotionals.  So to get an opportunity to review another devotional?  I was excited. This one is titled "Live Second" by Doug Bender, and includes 365 ways to make Jesus first in your life.

Book Review: Still Lolo

Oddly enough, I started reading the account of Lauren Scruggs on the anniversary of her horrific accident involving a small aircraft propeller blade.  I remembered hearing about the accident in the news last year, but that was about it.  So, I was looking forward to hearing her side of the story.

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Menu Monday, December 10

I am posting this early because I want to share with you about a really wonderful organization, Samaritan's Purse.

Last week, I was able to get our Christmas cards addressed, signed, stuffed with letter and pic of the little gems, and out in the mail.  Whew!

This week, my plan is to finish any shopping I have not gotten done yet, which really isn't much, and get it all wrapped and ready including stocking stuffers.

If you are looking for a GREAT, easy gift for someone who has "everything", please consider a donation to Samaritan's Purse.  Not only was it easy, but it is a way to give a truly meaningful gift to someone in need.  Samaritan's Purse will also send a card to the person you are giving the gift in honor of. 

Monday
B: Oatmeal with cranberries
L: Leftovers
D: Homemade pizza; Caesar salad; pineapple

Brazilian Bananas

Brazilian Bananas

Last night for dinner, we tried a simple new dessert that all of really loved... even those in the house who don't like coconut.  So if you are looking for a simple fruit-based dessert that would be fit for company, this one would definitely be on my short-list.

Making Dinner Special with Candlelight & More

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On Monday, I told you I'd share about our recent at-home dining experiences.  I hope you and your family benefit from our little experiment!

Back in June, I read "French Kids Eat Everything" by Karen Le Billon.  The book really made a wonderful impact on me and made me rethink dinner time.  Although we as a family almost always sit at the table together as a family, most of the time it still seemed like a rushed affair.  I really wanted something different for us.  I wanted our family to have a more  relaxed, unhurried, conversation-filled, "French" dining experience.

Menu Monday, December 3

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If you look below for the weekend menu, you'll see something a little different.  This past weekend, we opted to make dinner a little more special.  I'll share about that tomorrow!

Monday
B: Oatmeal with strawberries
L: Leftovers
D: Taco salads; skillet corn bread; fruit salad