Outside My Window
We take a faster route to get to church, but our leisurely route back home takes us past acres and acres of cotton fields. It was cloudy when I took the picture this week, but as you can see, the fields flow far into the distance. They are about to be harvested, and they are much more beautiful than the photo depicts.
Thankful...
Thankful...
That our daughter and grandchildren spent last week with us while her hubby flew to the west coast for a conference. It was so good to have the extended time together. I felt like I got to know her once again.
Noticing the sound of...
The passenger train that occasionally makes a run past our house, giving passengers an autumn-paletted excursion. The railroad tracks end about a mile up the road, and we get to see the train on its return trip as well. We sometimes wave and greet them from the back porch. :-)
Looking forward to...
The passenger train that occasionally makes a run past our house, giving passengers an autumn-paletted excursion. The railroad tracks end about a mile up the road, and we get to see the train on its return trip as well. We sometimes wave and greet them from the back porch. :-)
Looking forward to...
Giving my sister her birthday present this week. I think she'll enjoy it. :-)
Learning...
Not to generalize with comments that I make. They just might give offense. :-/
Pondering...
Compassion or rebuke? Of compassion we know of our Lord that “a bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not quench” (Matthew 12:20). Of rebuke we know He said to Peter on the lake, “Where is your faith?” (Luke 8:25). We work these out in fear and trembling. Surfeit of compassion is enabling; surfeit of rebuke crushes the spirit. ~ Andree Seu Peterson in World Magazine (You can read the entire article here.)
Thinking...
How so many people believe humanity is in control of Earth's destiny. Human-centric philosophy skews one's perspective in many ways.
Compassion or rebuke? Of compassion we know of our Lord that “a bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not quench” (Matthew 12:20). Of rebuke we know He said to Peter on the lake, “Where is your faith?” (Luke 8:25). We work these out in fear and trembling. Surfeit of compassion is enabling; surfeit of rebuke crushes the spirit. ~ Andree Seu Peterson in World Magazine (You can read the entire article here.)
Thinking...
How so many people believe humanity is in control of Earth's destiny. Human-centric philosophy skews one's perspective in many ways.
In the Kitchen...
Took a chicken noodle casserole to my parents yesterday and pepperoni pizza pasta to our new neighbors after they moved in recently. Thankful for good neighbors once again. :-)
The pizza pasta is my go-to for taking a meal to a family. Include a bag of salad and some deli bread, and you have a quick meal. Sharing the recipe. You can include whatever pizza topping you want and as much as your family likes. This recipe is pretty generic for sharing.
Pepperoni Pizza Pasta
(Serves 4. I usually double for more)
8 oz. (2 cups) uncooked ziti or penne pasta
14 oz jar pizza sauce
2 oz (2/3 cup) mini pepperoni (or regular size cut in half)
or any pizza toppings your family likes
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
1 garlic clove, minced
4 oz. (1 cup) mozzarella cheese
Heat oven to 375. Spray 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. Cook pasta according to directions on package and drain. In large bowl, combine cooked pasta, pizza sauce, pepperoni and whatever other toppings you want to add, Parmesan cheese, oregano, and garlic. Put into baking dish and top with cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes or until mixture is thoroughly heated and cheese is melted.
In the Sewing Room...
Worked with my daughter while she was here to redo a couple of pillows for her sofa. Her style is rustic, and she says they're just perfect. It was fun to work together.
They're from the same fabric as a quilt I had made for her last year with big quilt stitches that she throws across an over-stuffed chair.
They're from the same fabric as a quilt I had made for her last year with big quilt stitches that she throws across an over-stuffed chair.
Around the house...
Freshening up this week after the kiddos' visit last week, and remembering how the crumbs and the spills came to be. Finding little toys stashed here and there by the little one or misplaced after a game by the older ones . All part of good memories of having them here.
Freshening up this week after the kiddos' visit last week, and remembering how the crumbs and the spills came to be. Finding little toys stashed here and there by the little one or misplaced after a game by the older ones . All part of good memories of having them here.
Brought a smile...
Seeing a little red-headed fella having lunch with his daddy, and thinking of my own little fella Daniel and his brother Elijah with his red hair. :-)
Seeing a little red-headed fella having lunch with his daddy, and thinking of my own little fella Daniel and his brother Elijah with his red hair. :-)
Reading...
Proverbs for Parenting: A Topical Guide for Child Raising from the Book of Proverbs by Barbara Decker
from the introduction--
One of the greatest things we can do for our children is to teach them God's Word. The words we speak help build our children's consciences, their understanding of God, and their view of life and the world about them.
The proverbs are categorized into many areas where children need correction, direction, growth in godly attributes, and instruction.
This is a wonderful resource for anyone who has oversight of children.
I hope you've had a good week, dear one, as you journey through this season of life. If our paths don't cross here on earth, I hope they will eventually. I'm headed Upward and Homeward, and I hope to see you there.
Proverbs for Parenting: A Topical Guide for Child Raising from the Book of Proverbs by Barbara Decker
from the introduction--
One of the greatest things we can do for our children is to teach them God's Word. The words we speak help build our children's consciences, their understanding of God, and their view of life and the world about them.
The proverbs are categorized into many areas where children need correction, direction, growth in godly attributes, and instruction.
This is a wonderful resource for anyone who has oversight of children.
I hope you've had a good week, dear one, as you journey through this season of life. If our paths don't cross here on earth, I hope they will eventually. I'm headed Upward and Homeward, and I hope to see you there.
