"I have come to realize that making a home looks different for me than for others – even other single women. In His great goodness, God is the designer of all and is pleased with the faithful, trusting obedience of His children whether he has called them to singleness or marriage. The Father of Lights, who gives good gifts, does not give second best. His will is good, pleasing, and perfect."
Category: Home Living
Monday Moments: hygge
Sunshine, heated blanket, kitty, coffee, prayer, and books. I may never get off this couch again. Granted, this is not a normal Monday morning (see last Monday’s post). So, I am thankful for an extra day of rest. This moment, I am relaxing and soaking in the sounds of the clock ticking, laundry whirring, and… Continue reading Monday Moments: hygge
What About January 2nd?
But what if the turning of a new day, the first “ordinary” day of the year is every bit as important as New Year’s Day? While the fresh start of January 1st inspires us to dream big, what if unremarkable January 2nd gives a precious prodding to remain dedicated to our resolve and to look to our only sure Hope in the midst ordinary life?
Top 5 Books for 2020
This past year, with quarantines and shelter in place, I had a lot more time to read. And watch tv... but one of my goals this year is to read more than I watch tv. Wish me luck! And discipline! Anyway, here are my Top 5 books for 2020:📖Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society… Continue reading Top 5 Books for 2020
A gluten-free Thanksgiving
Gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free This Thanksgiving was a last minute stay-cation with some good family FaceTime. The this year I tried to go more traditional. We also included apple and pumpkin pie (not pictured). Below are the recipes or links to the recipes. My hope is that this helps make your gluten-free meals easier! Bon Appetit!… Continue reading A gluten-free Thanksgiving
Christmas Light
I love the soft glow of all the lights of Christmastime. Today while putting on the lights and thinking how pretty they were going to look, I was reminded of these verses: “The sun shall be no more your light by day, nor for brightness shall the moon give you light; but the Lord will… Continue reading Christmas Light
Sugar-glazed Cranberry White Chocolate Pumpkin Scones: gluten-free & vegan recipe
It’s no secret that I’ve been enjoying scones for a while now. Even pumpkin ones. In fact you can check out the links below for different recipe variations. Blueberry and Vanilla Pumpkin Scones Spiced Eggnog Scones But this year, I have been short on my sorghum flour. I can only get it in the mail,… Continue reading Sugar-glazed Cranberry White Chocolate Pumpkin Scones: gluten-free & vegan recipe
Thanksgiving Dinner: gluten, dairy, egg, soy, nut free
Pot Roast:Season roast with 1Tbs. Smoked paprika, 1 Tbs. onion powder, 1 Tbs. salt, 1 tsp. garlic powder. Fry in skillet in coconut oil until brown and place in crockpot. Peel and cut sweet potatoes and carrots. Sprinkle and mix with paprika, salt, and onion powder. Place in crock pot on top of roast. Cover… Continue reading Thanksgiving Dinner: gluten, dairy, egg, soy, nut free
Gluten-free Holiday Baking: Ginger Molasses Cookies
Kicking off holiday baking with gluten free and vegan Ginger Molasses Cookies 😋 Recipe: https://www.sarahbakesgfree.com/2018/12/gluten-free-vegan-molasses-cookies.html Note: For nut-free option, I used 3/4c. 1-1 gluten free flour instead of almond flour and add a bit more water.
Delicious Pumpkin Spice Doughnuts: vegan & gluten free
November 1st baking: pumpkin spice donuts Thanks for the recipe @allergyliciousRecipe: https://allergylicious.com/baked-pumpkin-donuts/Notes: I added a tad more spice (heaped teaspoons), a bit more flour blend (Bob’s blue bag 1-1), and a bit more coconut milk. I also followed Nicole’s sub notes and used grapeseed oil for vegan butter… ‘cause I didn’t feel like melting any.… Continue reading Delicious Pumpkin Spice Doughnuts: vegan & gluten free
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