Friday, October 1, 2010

The Gospel


October 1st
Question 1 - Can we know how to have eternal life?
1 John 5:13
"I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life."


Tomorrow's question - So what has been written?

The Gospel


During the month of October I'd like to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with you.  Not my words, not my opinions, and not my thoughts.  The scripture is all that is needed.


2 Timothy 3:16-17
"All scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work."  


Each day during the month of October a new question will be presented with the scriptural answer.  I hope you will follow along!  


1 Peter 3:15
"But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord.  Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have."


*The question sequence is not my original material.  It was presented in a Bible class that I attended.* 

Sewing!


It's been a long standing joke in my family.
That Mom was going to sew "some day"...
That some day is here!  I'm really sewing and I'm excited!

Harvest Pumpkin Spice Scones


  • Harvest Pumpkin Spice Scones
  • 16 servings

  • 41/2 cups  flour
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cold butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/4 cups canned pumpkin
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons cream
  • for glaze
  • 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

  • Combine first nine ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk  eggs, pumpkin and milk. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 10 times. Divide dough in half. Pat each portion into an 8 inch circle; cut each into eight wedges. Separate wedges and place 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets. Brush with cream. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks; cool for 10 minutes. Combine the glaze ingredients; drizzle over scones. Serve warm and enjoy!

Daily Bible Reading 2010


Today's reading -
Jeremiah 30-31
Psalms 79
Proverbs 1
James 1-2

Thursday, September 30, 2010

Daily Bible Reading 2010


Today's reading -
Jeremiah 28-29
Psalms 78:56-72
Proverbs 30-31
Acts 11

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Daily Bible Reading 2010


Today's reading -
Jeremiah 26-27
Psalms 78:34-55
Proverbs 29
Acts 10

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Pumpkin Spice Latte


Pumpkin Spice Latte

1 serving

1 cup milk
1 tablespoon canned pumpkin
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla (not a typo!)
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup strong brewed coffee

Combine milk, pumpkin, and sugar in saucepan. Cook on medium heat, stirring until steaming. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and spice. Transfer to a blender and process until foamy. Pour into a large mug and add coffee. Top with fresh whipped cream and a
sprinkle of cinnamon sugar. Enjoy!

Mr. H. is the coffee drink maker in this house, but his aversion to all things pumpkin, had me on my own for this concoction.  I used a recipe that claimed to be just like Starbucks.  Now, I've never had a pumpkin spice latte from Starbucks, so I can't really compare. But, it sure was good and it certainly took less time and money than going to Starbucks! :-)

Daily Bible Reading 2010


Today's reading -
Jeremiah 25
Psalms 78:21-33
Proverbs 28
Acts 9

Monday, September 27, 2010

Puzzle time!


Autumn is the time for puzzles!





Menu Plan Monday

Supper Menus
September 27th-October 2nd


Monday
out for supper
Tuesday
schezwan stir fry veggies, white rice
Wednesday
soft tacos, refried beans, spanish rice,  tortilla chips and salsa
Thursday
snack supper for Aggie game (chips and dips, piggies in blankets, pizza rolls, mozerrella sticks, stuffed jalapenos,  potato skins)
Friday
out for supper
Saturday
homemade pizza





"Oh, with what freshness, 
what solemnity and beauty is each new day born ...
as if to say, 
thou hast one more chance" 

~Harriet Beecher Stowe

Daily Bible Reading 2010


Today's reading -
Jeremiah 23-24
Psalms 78:1-20
Proverbs 27
Acts 8

Sunday, September 26, 2010

The chickens are 2 months old!


And as usual, Loretta felt the need to make the day memorable!


While I was bent over and busy taking pictures of the other chickens,
she decided to roost on my head!

I think my scream might have stressed out the chickens just a bit! ;-)


Dolly 2 months old


Loretta 2 months old


Tammy 2 months old


Patsy 2 months old

       
Emmy Lou 2 months old


Two to three more months and 
then hopefully it will be egg laying  time!

Sunday Songs



~There's a Rainbow in the Cloud~

As I journey here mid  the toil and tears,
There's a rainbow in the cloud;
He will safely lead, I must have no fear,
There's a rainbow in the cloud.

Refrain
There's a rainbow that is shining
There's a rainbow in the cloud.
When life's race is one, and the victory won.
There's a rainbow in the cloud. 

When the way seems dark and the night grows long,
There's a rainbow in the cloud;
When my way grows drear and no friend seems near,
There's a rainbow in the cloud.

Refrain

After storm and rain, fields of golden grain.
There's a rainbow in  the cloud;
Winter's cold and pain, summer's harvest gain,
There's a rainbow in the cloud.

Refrain

When the storms all pass, comes a brighter day.
There's a rainbow in the cloud;
In that city fair  there's a crown to wear,
There's a rainbow in the cloud.

Refrain

1973
words and music by Alton Howard


It doesn't matter who leads the singing when we sing this song.  I always hear Giggle's dad's voice.  

Daily Bible Reading 2010


Today's reading -
Jeremiah 21-22
Psalms 77
Proverbs 26
Acts 7

Saturday, September 25, 2010


The first bloom in the cutting garden!

"The farther we get away from the land, 
the greater our insecurity."

~Henry Ford

Back to soccer!


 My girl


and my boy play soccer.


Mr. H. is coaching both and he plays, too!

How do I survive soccer season? ;-)


I take a deep breath!

I cook lots of warm, hearty meals for my players.
(With second helpings and desserts planned for!)

I try to never get behind on washing towels.
(Soccer players take a lot of showers!)

 I wash the jerseys, fill the thermoses, step over numerous pairs of cleats and shin guards...

And I love every minute of it!  I'm their biggest fan!

Daily Bible Reading 2010


Today's reading -
Jeremiah 18-20
Psalms 76
Proverbs 25
Acts 6

Friday, September 24, 2010

Daily Bible Reading 2010


Today's reading -
Jeremiah 16-17
Psalms 75
Proverbs 24
Acts 5