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Cheesy Ham Chowder

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Soups tend to be easy to prepare, so I enjoy making them for dinner. My husband enjoys the flavors of most of the soups I make, but they’re often not his favorite meals. This is because he feels that many of them aren’t filling. This soup that I had on my January menu is a definite exception. It’s very hearty! Thankfully, it also has a … [Read more...] about Cheesy Ham Chowder

How to Have Respectful Discussions About Differences

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When someone shares an opinion, it’s not uncommon for individuals who hold differing opinions to view the sharing as a personal attack. I think sometimes this is because people are too sensitive; they need to realize that not everything is personal. However, many individuals may assume it’s a personal attack because they’ve experienced attacks … [Read more...] about How to Have Respectful Discussions About Differences

February 2020 Dinner Menu

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I can’t believe we’re already a month into the New Year! I hope you are fully recovered from the holidays. We’ve made a few beneficial changes to our routine, but one thing we haven’t changed is our menu planning approach. At the beginning of each month I plan our dinner menu for the coming weeks (you can see past menus here). Though it … [Read more...] about February 2020 Dinner Menu

25 Questions to Ask Your Spouse Besides “How Was Your Day?”

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I’ve always made a point to ask my husband about his day when he gets home in the evening. I know I’ve done this faithfully because my precious children now usually ask before I can! When we sit down to dinner, one (or both) of my older girls will often turn to him and ask, “How was your day, Daddy?” Whether I ask the question or one of my … [Read more...] about 25 Questions to Ask Your Spouse Besides “How Was Your Day?”

Chocolate Chip Cherry Muffins

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It’s not unusual for my 5-year-old to turn to me on Saturday night and ask if I’m going to bake something special for Sunday morning’s breakfast. It seems my kids have grown accustomed to having yummy muffins and other baked goods before we head to church! Sadly, I’m not always able to bake something special on Sundays, but last week I was … [Read more...] about Chocolate Chip Cherry Muffins

Moving Beyond Political Correctness to Kindness

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I hear the term “politically correct” on a regular basis. Usually I hear it when someone is trying to describe individuals from a particular social identity group (individuals of a particular religion, individuals with a particular skin color, etc.). Until recently, I hadn’t given much thought to the term. However, I’ve thought about it … [Read more...] about Moving Beyond Political Correctness to Kindness

How to Eat Plenty of Fruit During the Winter

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One thing I love about the summer is that grocery stores are filled with an abundance of fresh fruit, often at affordable prices. During these months, we purchase large quantities of berries, melons, grapes, and peaches. Unfortunately, during the winter months, there are fewer fruits available. We generally only purchase apples, pears, … [Read more...] about How to Eat Plenty of Fruit During the Winter

Cheddar Broccoli Soup

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It’s not often that my kids are interested in eating vegetables, especially cruciferous ones. However, they get plenty of veggies on days that I make Cheddar Broccoli Soup! This rich, creamy soup is one of our favorite foods. Thankfully, it’s easy enough to prepare that I can make it on weekdays for us to enjoy for … [Read more...] about Cheddar Broccoli Soup

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