Aunt Rose’s Nut Bars – A Family Tradition
by Cathy Baker My Aunt Rose's Nut Bars were an essential part of family beach trip. Bites of chewy browned sugar left a perfect powdered lining around the lips, my version of sunscreen at the ripe age of 10. Aunt Rose's sister, my grandmother, aka Ma-Ma, also...
5 Ways to Pray As You Pass By
Our "Secret Place" We were in our newly created Secret Place, a cave-like bubble surrounded by ancient shrubbery and dense muscadine bushes. It’s one of Piper’s favorite outdoor hangouts because it’s quiet and no one can see us. While dusting our dirt floor, the...
Forgiveness with a Hint of Violet
by Cathy Baker Be careful what you proclaim. Within a brief time period last year, I distinctly remember hearing myself repeat the same eight words at least three times: "I'm not easily offended. I'm thick-skinned." I couldn't help but wonder if my...
A Treasure Tea Celebration
by Cathy Baker "Friendship is born at that moment when one man says to another: 'What! You too? I thought that no one but myself. . .'" -C.S. Lewis, The Four Love Today's celebration is the "Sharing Your Treasure" Tea.I hosted this tea for my life group ladies....
3 Ways to Move From Complimenting to Offering Soul-Stirring Encouragement
Some people are dangerously near compromising their faith. A word of encouragement from you may put them back on track. - Chuck Swindoll Chuck's words strike a chord because I've experienced that kind of encouragement firsthand, and perhaps you have too....
5 Ways to Infuse Poetry Into Your Life
by Cathy Baker April is National Poetry Month so let's celebrate! 5 Ways to Infuse Poetry Into Our Daily Lives Put a poem in a letter: "It's always a treat to get a letter, but finding a poem in the envelope makes the experience extra special." Celebrate...
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