Forgiving: When It Is Hard

Forgiving Sometimes, the act of forgiveness is easy. We are hurt by something someone says or does. We realize they don’t have a clue that what they did caused pain. Other times, however, the pain is deep. We feel betrayed, misrepresented, or falsely accused. Those are the times it is harder to forgive. There’s no…

The Earth Trembles: When a Maidservant Displaces her Mistress
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The Earth Trembles: When a Maidservant Displaces her Mistress

Proverbs and the earth trembling Proverbs  tells us that there are three, yes, four things that cause the earth to tremble. The first one is a slave who becomes king. The second one is a fool when he is filled with food. The third one is  unloved woman when she gets a husband. Last but not least,…

Golden Cheese Broccoli Chowder
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Golden Cheese Broccoli Chowder

Chowders in any season Wintertime is a favorite time for soups and chowders. Spruce it up with some homemade bread or rolls, and add some veggies on the side if you’d like. This broccoli chowder fits the bill for aesthetics, nutrition, and flavor. When my kids were young (under three), I made broccoli chowder often….