Love… One Sip At A Time // A Valentine Tea Party
I started hosting tea parties in an older home propped as pretty as you please on the corner of a quiet street. A family of four in a two-bedroom, one-bath home made for a tight fit, and tea parties felt downright snug, but no one would change a thing. Some teas were scripture-based, and others celebrated holidays, but every time, the room filled with the scent of scones, floral tea, and...
A Thanksgiving Like No Other
Piper was just informed that turkey is not an option this year... although you wouldn't know it by the way she sleeps!Fresh gratitude risesrecalling Thanksgivings past,memories of what once wasand those that have yet to pass.Happy...
It’s More Than a Christmas Card
I know, I know—we've not yet celebrated Thanksgiving and I'm already sharing Christmas ideas, but I prefer to think of CC Owen's recent post, The Christmas Card Party, as a year-round opportunity to build relationships.Here’s how it works: Before the holiday rush begins, ladies gather to address their Christmas cards and share a potluck meal. (Think Amish work frolic. We get a task...
My Friday Fave
Searching for scrumptious recipes with a healthy twist? Search no further! I happened upon this site and I'm oh-so-glad I did.While I'm not looking for skinny, I am looking for healthy recipes that don't...well, taste healthy. The bonus? Skinnytaste.com also lists Weight Watchers points if you're interested.One of my many favorites: Pumpkin Cupcakes (no frosting) Skinnytaste.com Servings: 24...
Community Matters
com·mu·ni·ty: a group of people having common interests.God designed us for community. Introverts, such as myself, sometimes struggle to spill over into other people's lives, but my appreciation for community has been on the rise in recent weeks. What better time to show a little thankfulness? Let's get started... Family - the first community, designed by God. As you can see from the picture...
Wordless Wednesday – My New Granddaughter, Piper
(Thankfully, it's Wordless Wednesday because my new granddaughter takes my breath...
Love At First Sight
Our sweet granddaughter, Marion Piper, born last night at 9:59...
Specific prayer=Specific answers
What specific things are you praying for these days?Last minute cries for help, a meticulous list of needs, or an unexplainable groaning from within—God hears the prayers of His people. Add specificity, and we're given an opportunity to witness our God’s awe-inspiring attention to detail in action. One of those moments came for me this week while peering out our window, curled up in my prayer...
My Friday Fave
Care to join me for one final kaleidoscopic stroll through my yard?There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavenEcclesiastes...
Cathy Baker
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