The last few months have been crazy busy. If you’ve been to my main blog over at Life on Purpose and Principle following me at all,, you know that in the last 2-3 months, I’ve become a grandmother, moved (drastically downsizing in the process), become a mother in law, helped plan and host my youngest stepson’s high school graduation and had company from out of state…twice. Whew. It seriously tires me… Continue Reading
Millet Meatballs (and Why We Went Gluten Free)(NOT THM)
I have to admit I have not planned well for meals this week…I’ve gotten lazy over the last several days weeks months to be honest. And I surely wasn’t prepared for planning gluten free meals! What a blessing kind and generous friends are, let me tell you. Each day, I’m kind of “flying by the seat of my pants” and trying to pray about what to make, but it is so easy… Continue Reading
Gluten Free? What Can We Eat, Then?
My initial response to the Go Gluten-Free directive from on high was not a very becoming one. All I could think about was what I couldn’t eat, how expensive GF products are, and how tight my grocery budget already is. It’s just not fair and it sucks. Fortunately, God has blessed me with wonderful friends who are encouraging and helpful. And, after a few days of not checking my blood… Continue Reading
The Perfectionist Kitchen…Grace Under Fire
I wish this was my kitchen, but it’s fromwww.remodelingmyspace.com Do you struggle with perfectionism? I always believed perfectionists live in those House Beautiful centerfolds, have perfectly behaved families, and never have a hair out of place. Then I discovered that I was one. And believe me, House Beautiful couldn’t be paid enough to photograph my home, my family is not perfectly behaved, and I often have hairs out of place…in… Continue Reading
Amazing Grains: Quinoa for Breakfast (Not THM)
Quinoa is an ancient grain staple of the Incas. They regarded it so highly that they called it the Mother Grain. It is high in protein and contains essential amino acids, making it a complete protein grain. It’s also Gluten Free and has a Glycemic Index of 35 and Glycemic Load of about 18. All in all, a healthy and nutritious option for breakfast as well as savory dishes, such… Continue Reading