Summer Fruit Compote

After I was done making this I took some of the juice and cooked some oatmeal in it on the stove. Then I added some of the fruit to it as seen in… Read More →

Fettuccine With Grilled Asparagus, Peas and Lemon – And Baked Marinated Chickpeas

Fettuccine with Grilled Asparagus, Peas, and Lemon Serves 2 Asparagus and peas, with the lightness of lemons and parsley, create a beautiful springtime dish, perfect for lunch or dinner. 6–8 stalks asparagus 2… Read More →

Balsamic Zucchini Sandwiches and Curried Tomato Lentil Soup (Shorba Addis)

Juicing is great and I always enjoy a reboot,  but with it being cold outside I lost interest in cold drinks after a week of it. I did however begin a new journey…… Read More →

Weighing In

I’m still juicing!!!! It’s a bit of a trial to get through,  but I feel great and I’m ten pounds down!  I did have an issue with feeling quite weak all day Saturday… Read More →

Day Two

Day two is about to come to and end and I have to say… I’m okay with that.  I’m not complaining. ..lol… I’m just a bit sleepy!  I feel great overall in terms… Read More →

Juice Boost

Red Beet Cooler Juice It’s time for more juicing! Cleansing your body is the perfect way to start off the new year, in my opinion… mostly because there’s not usually anything going on… Read More →

Blown Away

On Saturday we went to The Great Forest Park Balloon Race here in St. Louis. We’ve been to the balloon glow event they always have the night before and absolutely love it, but… Read More →

Who’s Driving?

“Anyone who intends to come with me has to let me lead. You’re not in the driver’s seat—I am. Don’t run from suffering; embrace it. Follow me and I’ll show you how. Self-help… Read More →

Personalized Mug DIY

I was feeling a bit crafty today, but with a doctor appointment, errands and a visit to my great-grandmothers house (all before the kids got home from school) I didn’t have time for… Read More →

PiC FiVe

Today was a great day.. And we got some rain! It’s storming outside right now in fact. It’s been too dry for a typical Mid-west summer so this has been nice. And though… Read More →

PiC FiVe

I was taking the picture of the tree you see below today and my oldest daughter asked, “Are you taking a pic for thankfulness?” I said yes and she replied, “Are you thankful… Read More →

Love Never Fails

I like what Wikipedia has to say about love.. “Love is an emotion of a strong affection and personal attachment.[1] Love is also a virtue representing all of human kindness, compassion, and affection… Read More →

PiC FiVe

Busy day.. Time for sleeeeep (12:00am). But first I want to share my list… 1. Clouds- they’ve so often gotten our attention because of sheer awe.. Amazing. 2. Thankful for my daughters helping… Read More →

PiC FiVe

Posting about things I’m thankful for is really interesting because it makes me see things differently. I guess that’s why many people have been journaling these things for years. Thankfully, since I never… Read More →

Paint Chip Calendar DIY

I love Pinterest. There’s always something inspiring me there which is great for us creative types. Today I accomplished yet another Pinterest DIY and I’m so glad I did… it’s great! I’m not going to post… Read More →

PiC FiVe

Today was great! We decided to take a little trip today and head over to Grafton, Illinois. Yes, I know I was there just last week, but my husband was wanting to see… Read More →

PiC FiVe

I’m not feeling my best today.. At all. But I’m still thankful. Would you like to know for what? 1. Comfy pillows to lay on as I’m resting. 2. My comfy blanket Murad… Read More →

Messenger Bag DIY

I did a little recycling tonight and made these awesome messenger bags. I used skirts I no longer wanted. The denim and TOMS bag were made from skirts that had sturdy material. The… Read More →

PiC FiVe

Its been a busy day (it’s not over yet) and I’ve enjoyed some pretty cool things and thoughts of thankfulness throughout it. 1. A friend from church called me up today and joyfully… Read More →

My “No” List for Better Health

There are many opinions when it comes to health. One day you hear something is good for you and the next, you hear it is bad. It’s sometimes difficult to know what to… Read More →

PiC FiVe

Today was a very busy day. I was able to get a lot done in multiple places, including my own home! It was awesome! Here are a few things I’ve been thankful for… Read More →

PiC FiVe

What am I thankful for today? 1. Nice sidewalks in my community 2. Surprising items hanging around in trees lol 3. Old pictures that survived our house fire in ’06 4. Sunglasses lol… Read More →

Shabby DIY Tutorial

Today I finally got to accomplish a DIY project I’ve been wanting to do for a while now. I bought this table a couple months ago with this intention. I’m so happy to… Read More →

PiC FiVe

Today, as you know, is Sunday! I love Sundays and I love getting to go to Church. I’m so blessed to attend a Church with amazing leadership who lives, breathes and teaches the… Read More →

PiC FiVe

Today I had a nice “Stay-cation” with a great group of ladies from my church. We headed to Alton, Illinois and also Grafton. Today’s thankfulness is tied in with that trip. 1. Awesome… Read More →

PiC FiVe

I had an idea today that I really like and hopefully you will too. I got the base idea really from a blog by Kim Underwood (JOY FM’s afternoon DJ) called So Perfectly Imperfect. She began… Read More →

Maxi-ed Out!

The most comfortable clothing.. I love them!!

Better Homes and Godliness

It has been a long day and I’m tired. However, right now at 12:44am I’ve got a couple things on my mind and I decided that blogging about them would be a great… Read More →

Quick and Easy Cafe Run

Do you ever go to a cafe and find yourself lost in the menu while you’re being stared at by the hopeful barista? I have. I never can remember what’s what so I… Read More →

Vegetarian Fast Food…. Ways To Cook Boca

Last night my husband and I were with some freinds and the subject of Boca burgers came up. And it always comes up in the same way….. herbivore vs. carnivore. lol! Well, I… Read More →

One Man’s Trash…….

“One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.”  It’s a great quote because it’s so true! Well, Today I’m in one of my creative moods. It’s a mood that comes on me pretty often… Read More →

SING a New Song

I love music…. it’s so powerful!!! Did you know that music was created by God? He purposed it in all it’s powerful beauty to glorify God and He responds to it when it’s used for that purpose by… Read More →

Comfortable Prettiness

 As I pretty clearly stated in yesterday’s post, I never have any idea when I may want to write a post in my blog. After maaaannnyyy months, I’ve written two days in a… Read More →

When is too much enough?

Blogging is the best thing since sliced bread. It’s something you can do regularly or, as in my case, bi-yearly lol. I like this tool of blogging because I get to find things… Read More →

Communication

Texting, multi-media messages, facebook, twitter, instant messaging, email, voicemail…. all of these ”connection” apps are on my “communication” device called a smartphone. There are truly so many possiblities of connection, yet… I’m feeling quite disconnected! LOL! People are growing more and… Read More →

10 Reasons I Got a REAL Happy Meal

You knew it, you loved it and you cried to you parents for it!  The arches always shined like gold and the irresistible toys cheerfully played with our minds as if with telepathic… Read More →

YOU ARE MORE…

Everyone makes mistakes, everyone has some regrets whether a short or long list, but there’s so many people in this world who are literally crippled by their past mistakes. Stuck in their own… Read More →

15 Years in the USA….

My husband, Murad is celebrating a great anniversary today…. “15 years ago, today, marks my anniversary of arriving in the USA.” Says a proud citizen of the United States of America. “My ambition… Read More →

My 10 Year Anniversary of MOTHERHOOD!

 I’m always thinking about this beautifully and wonderfully made child that God brought into my life for a new season… a new title… MOM. She was the first to call me mommy and… Read More →

What Does YOUR Culture Eat Daily?

If you’re reading this… I NEED A FAVOR!!!!!! Okay, here’s the deal. As I sat down to lunch this afternoon, I started thinking about other foods. LOL, not that my food was at… Read More →

Heaven’s Closet- a Free Store

UPDATE As of the end of January the free store is closed due to too much traffic to their new location. A new store is a possibility in the future. I will update… Read More →

Google Rules April Fools Day 2011

Pic by: Gmail Motion Beta I want to start classes on learning the motions! lol See details and video here: Gmail MOTION BETA HAPPY APRIL FOOLS DAY 2011!!!

You Don’t Know!!!!!!

I was listening to this song (actually still am… again and again lol) and meditating on how much YOU DON’T KNOW!!!! lol ENJOY!!!! GOD BLESS!

My Favorite Concerts…

I love going to concerts and fully intend to make my way to them more often! I wanted to just share a couple of my favorite bands with you whose concerts I enjoyed… Read More →

Let Jesus Grow in Your Kids

Wow.. what a 7 day’s it has been! I’m so happy I’ve done this shut-away and it certainly won’t be the last time! I feel rejuvenated and strengthened, but most importantly, God has… Read More →

Taking Some “WE” Time…

Here I am in the middle of so much that I want to do and so much that I felt I needed, but I have to step back from it all for a… Read More →

HOBBIES

On an application, one of the questions that used to puzzle me was: What are your hobbies? You wouldn’t think this would be difficult considering it has to do with myself. I seriously… Read More →

Thirty-one Plus Four

My husband, Murad and Joy January 7, 2007 was the day I had this little girl named Rejoice (Joy.) Tomorrow she will be four years old and as I laid next to her… Read More →

DO YOU KNOW WHERE TO START?

Are YOU living in CHAOS? (Can’t Have Anyone Over Syndrome) As most of you know, I’ve started a 2-month commitment to dieting and blogging about it DAILY. You can read about it on… Read More →

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

I JUST WANNA SAY! First, I want to say thank you, God for bringing me through 2010!  He’s a provider and most importantly.. my savior is the best counselor! I couldn’t have made… Read More →