Monthly Archives: March 2018

Book Review “Answering the Toughest Questions about Heaven and Hell” by Bruce Bickel & Stan Jantz

Posted on March 19, 2018 by Becky

Difficult Questions! Most of us, if not all, have questions about the afterlife.  This is especially true the older one gets.  Curiosity and questions increase as more family and friends pass on.  What will Heaven be like? If Hell exists, what … Continue reading →

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Clara and Cooper came to my house this week….

Posted on March 19, 2018 by Becky

            and did they ever make me smile! Physical therapy is plugging along, but it is difficult, and progress is slow along with painful. I was in dire need of a way to de-stress between sessions.  … Continue reading →

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Fluffy Mousse in a Vitamix Blender, Easy & Gluten-Free CORRECTED VERSION

Posted on March 18, 2018 by Becky

I am sorry! After I posted this recipe, I later discovered the amounts of the ingredients were wrong.  Here is the corrected version—please try this, it is good!!               This is an elegant looking dessert … Continue reading →

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Secrets for Gluten-Free Baking, Xanthan Gum and Guar Gum 

Posted on March 13, 2018 by Becky

The gluten in baked goods keeps them from being dry and crumbly.  Gluten-free flours need something to help them have the elasticity and texture—the mouth feel—of things made with wheat.  Xanthan Gum is often used when baking to help the … Continue reading →

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Chuck’s Blend of Gluten-Free Flour

Posted on March 13, 2018 by Becky

          Unlike cooking with wheat flour, gluten-free flours really don’t work individually in dishes.  For recipes to taste more like the wheat flour version, a combination of multiple gluten-free flours needs to be used.  We like … Continue reading →

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Bread Crumbs, Gluten-Free

Posted on March 12, 2018 by Becky

            Lots of recipes call for bread crumbs.  Instead of paying a fortune for them, make them at home for a fraction of the cost, and they taste better. Instructions Heels of gluten-free bread loaves, … Continue reading →

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Olde Fashioned Colonial Gingerbread, Gluten-Free

Posted on March 12, 2018 by Becky

This is based on gingerbread  from Colonial American times.  It can be served warm with whipped cream or other gluten free toppings. 2/3 cup Butter or cooking oil 3/4 cup Swerve or Sweetener of choice–Honey, Brown Sugar, etc. 1 cup Molasses … Continue reading →

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Surprisingly Delicious Cabbage & Pasta, Gluten Free

Posted on March 12, 2018 by Becky

I can’t stand cabbage, but I love this.  Give it a try, you will not be disappointed! Ingredients 1 (12 ounce) package gluten free shaped pasta* 1 cup butter, no substitutions** 1/2 medium head cabbage, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped … Continue reading →

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“Found in Translation: An unforgettable mission trip where faith, obedience, & forgiveness intersect” by Roger E. Bruner

Posted on March 11, 2018 by Becky

Wow, I Found Myself! Kim was living the life of a pampered southern girl, when she meets Christ in a personal way.  After that, her life takes a U-turn.  Determined to share what she has found, Kim volunteers to go … Continue reading →

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“Winning the Battle for the Night” by Faith Blatchford

Posted on March 5, 2018 by Becky

Mr. Sandman…. Has God spoken to you in your dreams?  Do you want to catch some zzz’s, but have a hard time getting them?  Do you catnap but never get good, lengthy sleep?  Then this book is for you.  It … Continue reading →

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