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God Delights In The Details Of Our Lives

Friday, January 20, 2006 (Updated: Wednesday, February 25, 2026)
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I believe God has a sense of humor and I mean that on several levels. First of all, David says God must have a sense of humor because he created giraffes. But I also think He has a sense of humor in how He brings things to pass and then opens our …

Category: Our Family LifeTag: God Cares About The Details | Trusting God

A Word of Wisdom for Christian Wives

Thursday, December 15, 2005 (Updated: Thursday, June 25, 2026)
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I will always be thankful to the Lord that He allowed me to understand some important principles early on in my marriage. I think it has saved us large amounts of grief and frustration. And while this post is going to be written in the context of my …

Category: Our Family Life

Sparkly Holiday Punch Recipe

Friday, December 9, 2005 (Updated: Saturday, April 25, 2026)
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This sparkly holiday punch has been around for years and years. It’s easy to see why. It’s simple to make and tastes wonderful! I’ve made this punch for holiday parties, showers, and more. It’s always well-received with …

Category: Desserts & Treats

Pecan Tartlets Recipe

Friday, December 9, 2005 (Updated: Saturday, April 25, 2026)
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This recipe for pecan tartlets is one of my favorite cookie recipes. I’ve been eating these since I was a girl. The pecan tartlets are easy to make and everyone always enjoys them. I often put them on a dessert platter for Christmas alongside …

Category: Desserts & TreatsTag: Pecans Recipes

Sweet-Tart Cranberry Chicken Recipe

Monday, December 5, 2005 (Updated: Saturday, April 25, 2026)
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I found this recipe for sweet-tart cranberry chicken a few weeks ago in What’s For Dinner? Cookbook (Gooseberry Patch). It is so easy that we’ve already enjoyed it a couple of times. I’ve served it with white rice which works very …

Category: Main DishesTag: Chicken Recipes | Cranberries Recipes

Quotes About Living Life For God

Friday, November 18, 2005 (Updated: Friday, June 26, 2026)
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I never remember a period that I ever sincerely and patiently sought to know the will of God by the teaching of the Holy Ghost, through the instrumentality of the Word of God, but I have been always directed rightly. But if honesty of heart and …

Category: Christian Living

Easy Crockpot Beef Stew Recipe

Friday, November 11, 2005 (Updated: Saturday, April 25, 2026)
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We’ve been enjoying this slow cooker beef stew and I thought I should share the recipe. This is the recipe my mom made when I was growing up. It is so easy and smells great while it is cooking. With all of the spices there is no need for any …

Category: Main Dishes | Slow Cooker | Soups, Stews, and ChiliTag: Beef Recipes
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Sallie Schaaf Borrink

I’m Sallie — wife, mother, just-retired homeschooler, and curator of my home. Our little family lives a quiet and cozy life of home education, self-employment, and pithy exchanges. I’ve been writing here for 20+ years about Truth, Goodness, and Beauty. And I like to laugh. A lot. Start here. ♥

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