Sausage is one of the few foods that everyone in my household will eat. Vegetables, of course, are another story. I decided to mix the two in a sheet pan dinner to try to entice my kids (and my husband) to eat a few more veggies. The result was a super flavorful, easy-to-prepare dinner! Ingredients (Significantly adapted from this … [Read more...] about Sausage and Root Vegetable Sheet Pan Dinner
Why Gratitude Isn’t a Panacea During Tough Times
When many of us plan for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, we envision large gatherings around the dinner table and loved ones sprawled out in the living room opening gifts. Unfortunately, things will look different for many of us this year. The risk of spreading COVID will lead many of us to choose smaller gatherings or perhaps even no … [Read more...] about Why Gratitude Isn’t a Panacea During Tough Times
Build-Your-Own Sliders: A Great Meal for a Crowd
One of the challenges of having guests over is preparing meals that everyone will enjoy. One thing I like to do is to prepare options where each individual gets to customize his or her meal. I’ve done this in the past with French bread pizzas and with omelets. Recently, when my parents visited us, I did it with sliders. As most of you … [Read more...] about Build-Your-Own Sliders: A Great Meal for a Crowd
What Does God’s Peace Look Like?
In order to prepare my heart for the Thanksgiving holiday, I usually begin each November with a post on the topic of gratitude. However, to be honest, I’m not thinking about gratitude that much today. I’m quite distracted with thoughts of the election (which is tomorrow) and with the deep divisions that characterize our nation right now. … [Read more...] about What Does God’s Peace Look Like?
November 2020 Dinner Menu
We’re about to turn the calendar to November. I’m not sure whether to be shocked because this past year has passed so quickly or to rejoice because we are nearing the end of 2020, a year that has been characterized by chaos and challenges. Whichever I choose, it’s time for a new dinner menu. At the beginning of each month, I sit down … [Read more...] about November 2020 Dinner Menu
New Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt for Kids
As many of you know, we sold our house and moved into a new place a few weeks ago. We’re in the same city, but we’re across town from our old place. As we were on a walk the other day, I realized that our walks and the times we run errands would be perfect opportunities for my kids to become familiar with our new location. My kids enjoy … [Read more...] about New Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt for Kids
Caramel Apple Ice Cream
I haven’t been spending a whole lot of time in the kitchen because we’ve been busy with the sale of our house and our move into a new place. However, now that we’re getting settled, that’s about to change! I’m ready to start making yummy treats in classic fall flavors. First up is this Caramel Apple Ice Cream! Grab a spoon and bowl … [Read more...] about Caramel Apple Ice Cream
Habakkuk: Remembering God’s Faithfulness When He Seems Silent (Book Review)
Sometimes it can be challenging to read the Old Testament. It can be difficult to understand how words written so long ago are relevant to us today. This year, with all we’re facing as a nation and world, I think many of us find it easier to connect with portions of the Old Testament. Consider, for example, Habakkuk. I don’t generally hear … [Read more...] about Habakkuk: Remembering God’s Faithfulness When He Seems Silent (Book Review)
