Exemplify today!

Been super-busy here lately, so I haven't gotten to blog much... what with work, kids, ummm....Farmville on Facebook (my latest addiction) ;)

So today I share with you my third Weekly Wednesday Whatever, which I am blessed to be able to contribute to Exemplify Magazine Online. Hope you enjoy, comment, and link back! :)

Exemplify - new meme!

I'm more than a little nervous today.
The new ExemplifyOnline meme, The Weekly Wednesday Whatever debuts today! I am so honored to be part of the amazing group of women at Exemplify, and I thank Kristen and the team for trusting me to write this weekly feature.
It is truly humbling to be used in the company of such godly women writers and ministers!

My prayer is that whatever is written will be from Him and used by Him for HIS Glory. I pray that as you read each week, you are blessed by what God gives me to ponder... and that it will draw you closer to Him.

Thanks for reading and I hope you enjoy!

My Heart Just Swells...

The Connection of 99 Years

On 10/10/10 my Nana was born.
We celebrated her 99th birthday this month, and my niece got this
amazing shot of Nana with
her brand new great-great-granddaughter, 4 month old Lacie.

Two beautiful ladies that I am so blessed to have in my life!
They definitely pick-me-up. :)

My heart just swells every time I look at this photo.
Just look at Lacie's eyes as she looks into Nana's...
the connection surpassing 99 years...
God is Good.



Need more pick-me-up for your Wednesday? Head over to MamaBzz!

Wordless Wednesday

Photos by Seed Sowers Photography

My beautiful baby girl...

Easiest Chili Recipe Ever!

With Autumn in the air, it's time to get out the crockpot and enjoy some delicious hot meals that will be ready when your family walks in the door. This recipe is courtesy of my step-daughter, who gave it to me when she was 16 years old (I think she got it from her ex-b/f's mom). She's now 24, and I've been making this regularly for the past 8 years. It's always a hit, and SUPER easy!

• 1 lb ground beef , chicken, or turkey - browned & drained
• 1 large can light kidney beans (I use the big cans of Hanover brand)
• 1 large bottle of salsa (the bigger the bottle, the better - I usually use 2 because I can't find any huge bottles)
• 1 family-size can Campbell's tomato soup
• 1 can Rotel tomato/chilis

You can also sneak some extra veggies in this by grating zucchini, carrots, etc. The kids will never know. ;)

Dump it all in the crockpot and cook on low until warm. Serve with tortillas, cornbread, topped with cheese - however your family likes their chili!

Check out more great crockpot recipes here!

Wordless Wednesday

My brother, James, and his son Titus.
James is currently serving in Iraq on his 5th tour in 6 years.
If you think about it, say a prayer for him now & then.
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