Thursday, November 28, 2013

Thanksgiving

 
 
 
 
 
Thanksgiving Blessings
I am thankful for so many things!
Being a child of the most high God
Having a Husband that loves the Lord!
And how he loves me.
Children that have blessed and honored me!
A home filled with love and peace!
Health in my spirit, soul and body
Being taught by the Holy Spirit
Girlfriends J
My Family
The Word
Joy
 
Don't forget to count your Blessings dear ones!
Blessings,
Roxy

Monday, November 25, 2013

Pigtail Bliss

 Pigtails
 
Pigtails are just about as much fun as hair can have!


 
Hello, Dear Blogging Friends,
Today is my Birthday!!
 
It has been so much fun...
Perfume galore!
Hand and Body lotion
Homemade cookies
Lunch with a friend
Scarf
A tapestry vest which is
(Beautiful and Vintage looking)
Eyebrows waxed
(OOUCH)
Fleece lined knee socks
Shopping list
My Mother My Friend Devotional Book
Scrap booking products
Lots of cards
Birthday wishes;
via phone calls and Text messages.
And the days not over yet!!!
 
It's my Birthday,
 So I choose Pigtails!
 
Blessings,
Roxy 


Sunday, November 24, 2013

Relationships

Keep Focused 
One thing that really helps me enjoy my days is spending
time with the Lord!
 
I have experienced great peace and strength, by just
stopping and looking up!
 
Sometimes you can spend way to much time focusing
on the past, and in many cases this will cause you to
  miss the moment God has for you!
 
I had a woman tell me recently that it was all that she had
was her memories.
Because, she had no future.
She has been widowed twice in her life.
She is a very sweet and precious woman.
We had her over for a lunch and fellowship.
She told me this was the first invitation that she has had since,
moving to this area. (Almost 3 yrs.)
 
Now, What is wrong with this picture?
 
Is this a case of self isolation,
Maybe the grief is still to raw,
Some people are just loners!
 
Maybe it is just how a widower must adapt...
 
I pray for God to help us open our eyes to those
who need fellowship.
 
But, before you think I am a saint (NOT)
I have also been thinking about how I spend my time,
with my relationships.
 
I have made a decision to invest in relationships that,
will have a return,
Such as, them wanting to spend time with you
 (Not a Chore)
Being like minded in Christ!
Knowing that this is an assignment of the Lord.
Being led by the Spirit in our relationships.
Being in tune for His leading in who we talk too.
 
Being kind to all!!
 
But, being wise in with who and where you spend your time!
Is making an investment in His kingdom;
He has called us to be ready to give account;
 for what we believe!
 And because we are His hands and His feet,
We must be sensitive to His relationships He has for us!
Not only on a daily bases, but through all of our days.
Now, this does not mean all these relationships will be easy,
but rather it has the finger print and touch of God at work!
 
Blessings,
Roxy
 
 
 
 

Friday, November 22, 2013

Elbow Grease

Elbow Grease
 
Some days really do require some good old fashion
Elbow Grease!!
 
We are always being challenged;
Everything that comes at us in our lives have one purpose!
 
To conform us into our Father's image...
 
Some days can be really tough for so many people,
And as women of God we have so many things, we must do!
But let's not forget those things we love to do!
 
I have always sensed that when the days are filled with many things,
We start to feel like we can not possibly get everything done.
 
But I have seen the true Grace and Grit of the Women of God,
 
In times of war
In times of famine
In times of sorrow
Even in times of wealth and great joy and prosperity;
 
We have a legacy of our Spiritual Mothers in Christ!
 
Those women who have stood strong in God's word,
Commitments made to their family's!
 
So what did it take to get through those seasons
of trials?
 
What did they use
 When they had to prepare for great celebrations?
 
Always His strength!
But let us not forget the hard working women who stood
And did what had to be done!
They rolled up their sleeves and applied
Good Old Fashion
Elbow Grease!
 
Blessings,
Roxy

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Preparing To Bake Pumpkin Bread, This One Makes Three Loaves...



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I love to bake pumpkin bread!
I use this recipe all year long, because it is so
Moist and really nutritious.
Pumpkin is packed with Beta Carotene.

But, I must say this is really a yummy and delicious recipe!
Bake some for your family;
As I will tell you
 This one is a keeper!


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Freshly baked right out of the oven!



Spiced Pumpkin Bread

3 1/2 c. Flour
2 c. Sugar
2 tsp. Baking soda
2 tsp. Salt
2 tsp. Ground allspice
1 tsp. Baking powder
1 tsp. Nutmeg
1 tsp. Cinnamon
1/2 tsp. Ground cloves
4 eggs
1 can (15 oz.) solid pumpkin
3/4 c. Canola oil
2/3 c. Water
1/2 c. Chopped nuts, optional

In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients.
In another bowl, combine eggs, pumpkin, oil and water. Mix well.
Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.

Pour into 3 greased loaf pans. Sprinkle with nuts, if desired.

Bake at 350 degrees for 50 to 60 minutes or
Until a toothpick inserted near center comes out clean.

Cool for10 minutes before removing from pans.

From the Test Kitchen by Amy and Roxy


One thing I love about this recipe is the fact it does,
Three loaves of bread.
So you can have one to eat right away,
And one to freeze.
And one to give away!

Blessings,

Sunday, November 17, 2013

Take Five...

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Sometimes we all just need a break!
Nothing wrong with saying Time Out!!

I think what is really wrong is this;
Not helping our children or others that rely
upon us to know that there are healthy boundaries.
Or a line that sometimes people will cross.
Sometimes we allow others to demand more from us than we
Are equipped to do!

We may even be stepping over what God is doing in someones
life, and trying to rescue them.
God, has a plan always in motion, to train and teach us!
We must always pray for those who are struggling,
But, we must ask God what is this situation about?

And to help our children to learn some self control.
The: I want it NOW syndrome has caused much
Distress, and a self- made ME world...

If you are about to just flip;
When the baby is screaming or the children are
Fighting and you are bone weary.
Stop!!
Take  5 minutes or longer
To pull yourself together!

Boundaries and time out, are both very healthy
Things that a Godly woman can do, before the
Last nerve is laid bare!
Do not carry a burden that only Christ can carry!
Cry out to Him!
Rest in Him!
Tell your family that you're Super Mom uniform is
at the dry cleaners :)
Blessings,

Roxy

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Friday, November 15, 2013

Life Is Too Short For A Bad Cup Of Coffee



Life is too short for a bad cup of coffee!!
 
You are either a coffee drinker or not. But may I just give a
little advice to the world....
Do not assume just because  it looks like coffee,
Or smells like coffee. It must be the coffee.
 
When I go into a restaurant and I just want a cup
Of coffee, as soon as the waiter person asks if I want coffee?
I then must say yes, with this response!
(Only, if you will brew me a fresh pot) 
 
A pot of coffee that has been sitting there for 20 minutes,
Is not considered fresh to me :)
 
I also do not really care for the strong thick coffee's that
Is served in most Coffee Houses.
 
Then I get asked would you like cream?
Yes please!
(But I do use a lot so bring me plenty of it!)
 
I once won a a jingle that said to me,
Answer quickly!!
What is good to the last drop???
Maxwell House Coffee!!!
You're our winner!
 
I think it was a coupon, can't really remember.
But the point of this post is this...
 
Life is too short for a bad cup of coffee;
 
So let us drink coffee that helps us feel wonderful
Deep down inside.
 
I have been drinking this Breakfast blend from
Of course;
Maxwell House;
After all I was a winner.
 
So, please give me a fresh cup of coffee,
With lots of real cream,
And, I also use sugar please.

Blessings,
Roxy
 



Enchilada Casserole Recipe...

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Warm and Spicy Enchilada Casserole
This is our families stand by and stand up,
~Enchilada dish~

She has a few steps but well worth the work and effort.
I think a casserole is so yummy and tasty.
I took a picture of this casserole, sometime last year,
As you can still see my old cupboards in the background.
Here is how I make mine;
Tortilla's
Firstly, take your corn tortillas and lightly cook them
in a pan with some olive oil,
Use a pair of tongs, so you won't get burnt.
You have to get the pan very hot and quickly cook both sides
of the tortilla. Go ahead and do at least 13 tortilla's
for this is how many will fit in a 9x13 pan.
Set these aside on some paper towel to cool.
You do this to help the tortilla's become soft and pliable.
Filling
Then make your enchilada filling mix;
You can use either 2 cups of
 Hamburger meat cooked and browned well.
Or you can use cooked chicken, diced up. 
Place an 8oz. Bar of cream cheese in a bowl
allow it to soften.
Now, add at least 2 cups of grated cheese
I like to use a medium cheddar
If  you like onion, dice some up very fine
and add it to your mixture.
Cream Sauce
Make up your cream sauce now, you will use some for the
bottom of your 9x13 pan,
 and the rest for the top of your casserole.
Ingredients for your sauce;
Use one can of cream of mushroom soup.
Add a 1/2 can of diced tomatoes
(I like Ro*tel brand)
Add a can of green chili's
or fresh ones :)
Pour enough Cream Sauce to coat the
bottom of your 9x13 pan.
Now, use your hands and form the filling mixture
into little mini log shapes.
Place one in each tortilla and lay in your pan,
Fill your baking dish with all 13 tortilla shells filled
with mixture.
Now, pour the rest of the cream sauce on top
Add at least another cup of cheese
Cover with aluminum foil

Bake on 350 degrees
For 35minutes or until bubbly and lightly browned.

I usually serve this with rice!
Enjoy!

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