We bear more fruit in community, and we do better in community when we manage our expectation of ourselves and others. When we see the advice as a helpful tool or an opportunity to remember their own motherhood, and not an attack on us. When we see that different decisions can be made for valid reasons and that we are all united in trying our best. It is so great to see the things that haven’t changed and to witness a mother’s love that truly stands the test of time.
Author Archives: faithlikefireweed
Feeding My Flock
I have been sharing a lot about food lately and will probably continue to do so and I figured it was time to share a little about that with you. My relationship with food was influenced largely by growing up in a home with a Type 1 Diabetic, my oldest sister. Our family diet wasContinue reading “Feeding My Flock”
Crab cakes
For the last couple weeks my home has been filled with the roar of cannons and splashing of waves upon the Jolly Roger. There have been pirate fights and misadventure aplenty. Captain Hook has invaded my home. You may think this means that one of my children has been dressing up and you would beContinue reading “Crab cakes”
Barbecue Chicken Bell Peppers
Who here loves Stuffed Peppers? This girl is raising her hand up high. They are a personal favorite of mine and I was so excited to receive coupons for Bell Peppers in the mail this week. I love the different ways you can flavor them and how colorful and fresh they make your plate. MyContinue reading “Barbecue Chicken Bell Peppers”
Marriage, Sarcasm, and Potatoes
What does the history of the Irish Potato Famine have to do with my family? I’m so glad you asked. Let me tell you a story. Sometime ago, between 1 week or 5. I’m not sure I keep count the same anymore. Thank you, Quarantine. I made a mostly sarcastic comment to my husband aboutContinue reading “Marriage, Sarcasm, and Potatoes”
Skeletons in the Suitcase
Most of you know, I recently got back from a trip to Washington. I flew down to visit some family as they dealt with various health concerns. Life sure does not become simpler as you age, teenage me did not know what she was wishing for. The last several weeks months have been messy andContinue reading “Skeletons in the Suitcase”
Sourdough Bread with Garlic Herb Butter
Okay! So this is how I like to make my Garlic Bread; a tangy, chewy bread with a crunchy exterior and slathered in savory butter. I was, quite literally, shooing my children away from the butter mixture as I prepared this for our dinner last night. Kids with milk mustaches are cute, kids with butterContinue reading “Sourdough Bread with Garlic Herb Butter”
Zucchini Lasagna
I grew up in a home with a Type 1 Diabetic, so there are some diet practices my family adapted that were outside of the norm for my generation. This means there was no soda, juice was only available on special occasions, candy only on very special occasions, and our starches were always limited. TheContinue reading “Zucchini Lasagna”
Mud Pie Magic
I have been busy lately; busy trying to get this blog off the ground, busy doing yard work with my husband as we fight against the short Alaskan growing season, busy with housework that always stacks up, and with trying to keep up with family and friends as 2020 keeps throwing tidal waves at us.Continue reading “Mud Pie Magic”
Chocolate Pudding
We have been having a mud pie week; digging in the sand and dirt, slapping cakes on the ground, and decorating with whatever foliage is around. We have been enjoying the fading summer, and connecting with each other as we dig in the dirt. All the talk of mud pies, however, had me craving someContinue reading “Chocolate Pudding”
