Monthly Archives: December 2010

Much & Link Love – Final 2010

Well, here we are, last week of 2010. How has your 2010 been? Everything you wanted it to be and more? Not quite what you expected? Heartache? Disappointment? Unexpected joys? Tears? Laughter? All of the above? 2010 was different for … Continue reading

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Sara Foster’s Jamaican Black Bean Soup

I love black beans. I love soup. I love all things Foster’s Market. So…this would be a perfect recipe, right. You are right – very yummy. The lime juice definitely makes this a winner for me. We served it today … Continue reading

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Triple Layer Brownies

My Mom does make some great things when she follows recipes. She knows I am kidding when I say this, but she also knows its partly true…her lack of following directions when she bakes – kinda whatever she wants to … Continue reading

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Death by Love: Driscoll – Chapter 1

I took advantage of a free PDF given to blog world by Mark Driscoll for his book Death By Love and read it over lunch at Jersey Mike’s. Good sub: so much better chapter. This book, unlike any recent book … Continue reading

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Much & Link Love: Christmas Week

Two weeks left in the year. You know when you are celebrating Christmas, the year is almost gone. I leave tomorrow to head to the home state of Florida, by way of Georgia. 1. Tim Tebow had a great first … Continue reading

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Book Review: Living in God’s Two Kingdoms

I was really excited when I saw this book on the new release list. I had been in recent conversations with friends about how they were personally engaging the culture, and I attend a church that seeks to “engage the … Continue reading

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Cold Hands Warm Heart: Girl of Norway

Behold, the power of the internet. And blogs. And girls. And designers. And fun gifts. And Christmas. I decided to participate in the Cold Hands Warm Heart Blog Christmas Swap this year as a way to get to know other … Continue reading

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Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Very warm comfort food that has a deep rich flavor. One of my favorite things. Wish it was healthier – but at least it is yummy and comforting. 4 cups medium shells (almost a whole box) 5 Tablespoons unsalted butter … Continue reading

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Chocolate York Cookies Sandwiches with Mint Buttercream Filling

Deep chocolate with york peppermint candies and a mint buttercream filling. Yum. I took a hint for the cookie from The Novice Chef and then made it my own. Thank you! Here you go: great for kids of all ages… … Continue reading

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Apple Cider Pancakes with Sugared Apples

On this ice-y morning, I woke up early and immediately thought of pancakes. I had been thinking about them for days but thought today is the day. I didn’t really want to brave the roads due to the slush and … Continue reading

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