Author Archives: Christie

What’s for Dinner…? #17 – Gluten Free Meal Plan

Posted on March 22, 2014 by Christie

  What do you think is the hardest thing about being on a “diet”? I think often we tend to focus on the things we can’t have instead of remembering what we can have. We also view it as “diet” … Continue reading →

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Adoption Update: Let the Waiting Begin

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Christie

Well friends, it’s been three months since I shared our last adoption update. Three really incredibly busy, non-stop months with illness, Christmas, birthdays, more illness, ministry, vacation, and a crazy every day life. Finally, I am happy to share that … Continue reading →

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365 Days of Blessings: Days 141-168

Posted on March 18, 2014 by Christie

Do you ever wonder when life will slow down for just a little bit? Yet somehow it seems to get busier and busier. These last few months, and especially the last few weeks have really felt like that. Each day … Continue reading →

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Double Chocolate Banana Bread

Posted on March 17, 2014 by Christie

  Banana Bread is a favorite in our house. And not just regular banana bread, but chocolate chip banana bread. After all, chocolate makes everything taste so much better! One of my favorite ingredients to put in banana bread is … Continue reading →

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What’s for Dinner…? #16

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Christie

  In the last few months I’ve had my share of challenges when it comes to meal planning. Whether it be putting a meal plan together with only $12 of grocery money left for the month, or trying a dairy-free … Continue reading →

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What’s For Dinner…? #15

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Christie

These last few weeks have been busy, busy, busy. Do you ever wonder when things will slow down? I’m fairly confident that life will keep getting busier, and that okay. I’m learning to embrace the craziness instead of letting it … Continue reading →

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Embracing a New Normal

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Christie

For those who know me, you know that I’m an organized, planned person. I like to know the details. I want to be as prepared as I can be for whatever is coming. I thrive on routine. Yet this past … Continue reading →

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365 Days of Blessings: Days 124-140 Highlights

Posted on February 18, 2014 by Christie

It’s been a couple weeks since I shared my blessings. I haven’t forgotten, and we most definitely have had blessings. My time on the computer has simply been limited. By the time I have a chance to sit down at … Continue reading →

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Meat & Cheese Stuffed Shells

Posted on February 17, 2014 by Christie

This past Valentine’s Day I wanted to make something special for dinner for my husband. Typically, I make Raspberry Chicken for our Valentine Dinner, but I had recently made that. I needed to figure something else out. Stuffed Shells is … Continue reading →

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What’s for Dinner…? Week 14

Posted on February 13, 2014 by Christie

Thursday:  Oven Baked Chicken Fajitas with rice and fresh fruit Dairy Free Option – omit cheese and sour cream Gluten Free Option – use corn tortillas or none at all Friday:  Meat ‘N Cheese Stuffed Shells Saturday:  Leftovers Sunday:  Beef … Continue reading →

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