***Vegetarian Soup Recipe ***
Posted on Friday, October 10, 2008 at 05:46 by ~Rebekah~ - 0 Comments - Post Comment - Link
- Tomato Rice Soup With Garlic and Cannelini Beans
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- 1 tablespoon EVOO (extra virgin Olive Oil )
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried marjoram
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 cup long grain rice (brown or Basmati)
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
- 7 cups water or broth
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 6 fresh garlic cloves, diced
Melt the butter in a stock pot over medium head and add the onion. Saute for about 5 minutes and then add the herbs, salt, bay leaves and rice. Saute for 2 minutes.
Add the tomatoes and water and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After 20 minutes add the cauliflower and cook until just tender, about 5 minutes.
Add the beans and the garlic and continue cooking for about 5-8 minutes or until the cauliflower is tender and the garlic has lost its rawness.
Cleaning the house
Today we've been cleaning the house. The boys are working in finding the floor in their bedroom, it is a sad affair. But once they are done we are going to sort the toys and only keep certain things. Then once the weather changes those toys will be packed up until next fall. They need to learn that they must take care of everything that they have.
Right now Thomas is vacuuming the kitchen because one of my large baking dishes broke into ten thousand tiny pieces. Sadly this is one of those 10x15 glass pans. I had found them at Wal-Mart for 5.00 a piece, I am glad that I do have two others.
I am also looking to up grade our oil lamps, Deanna has mentioned that there is a place over by her that sells Alladin lamps for around 60.00. I might have her pick me up a couple before we meet up again. She is also working on some dresses for me and Rachel with a pattern that she has and has yet to give me. Perhaps she will have them ready next week and we can meet up in Tupelo. There is a new Barnes and Noble over there and it is so nice to have a real book store now.
I think that the boys and I are going to fix the riding mower tomorrow, maybe check and see if Walmart still has that push mower on sale and tackle this place.
Off to get something for supper.
Blessings,
Debi
The Answer to our Financial Woes
Posted on Friday, October 10, 2008 at 02:50 by blessed mom - 1 Comments - Post Comment - Link
The "financial" woes of our nation are on the hearts and minds of many in our nation right now.
I am not surpised in any way by the economic crisis we face. What did Americans think would happen when it has lived on a steady diet of debt and allowed our government for decades to get deeper and deeper into national debt? It does not take a rocket scientist to understand that our nation's economic crisis is due to poor financial management. We can't point a finger at our nation and it's leaders without taking a good look at our own lives. Americans are addicted to debt. YES, I say addicted. Pretty strong words, ya think? Americans want everything and they want it right now. They want their government programs and don't realize that everything comes with a price tag. They want their new cars, new homes and fancy electronic gadgets and don't think twice about putting down plastic to pay for it.
Then there is the concern over the upcoming election. Most of my loved ones and friends are very concerned about things. They are concered about the moral and social demise of our nation. They are concerned and rightfully so.
So now what?
I was talking the other day to a good friend. She was expressing her family's reponse to our economic woes....... there was concern in her voice...... she was worried...... her response is to stockpile food and get a gun.
Now I want to say that I think it's great to have a full pantry, anytime of year and under any enconomic state we may find ourselves in. But, I do not believe our trust should be in what "we are doing" or "what we can do" or what our "government" plans to do or will do. I believe , whole heartedly that our trust is to be in the Lord. The Word of God tells us that the Lord watches over the sparrow and even the lilly of the field is dressed beautifully! When times get tough, we need to earnestly place our trust in the ONLY safe harbor of security --- the Lord!
" Trust in the Lord with all your heart , and lean not unto your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your paths." ~~ Proverbs 3: 5 & 6
Too many Americans have forgotten this proverb.
Many have invested heavily in the stock market. My husband was a broker for a few years. He could tell stories about what goes on in the stock market. It's really just a more polished way of gambling. I am sorry if that offends some of you. Many are seeing their retirement funds disintegrate before their very eyes. In the news the past few days there have been reports of some committing suicide because of their financial woes.
What is happening here?
Friends, let us not dispair! Let us not put our trust in our stocks, our savings account, our food storage or even our guns!
May I gently encourage you to place your trust in the ONLY SAFE SECURITY we have -- and that is the Lord God!
" It is the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed, because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is His faithfulness." ~~ Lamentations 3: 22 & 23
Great is His faithfulness! He will not fail us !! Let us not turn to "man made" answers to our problems. Let us seek His face, humble ourselves and He has promised us that He will heal our land.
My prayer is that all of us will seek His face, seek a closer walk with Him ..... and trust, trust, trust that He will provide, protect and continue to shield us!
~ gloria ~
~Friday Thoughts~
Posted on Friday, October 10, 2008 at 12:47 by Ruth Kobrin - 0 Comments - Post Comment - Link
Another nice cool fall day.....We FINALLY have our new back door.....Yah!! They did a really nice job, They are saying there is alot more work that can be done and will do it in the spring time. It's so nice too have now and the lock will work now, That's a big thing for me too feel more safe now. The people that did it was a husbund and wife team they were really nice.
Boy's went down for a real late nap today becuse of all the noise that was going on with the fixing, So hopefully they will get too get some sleep now....If not atlest they will sleep tonight. We tried on Jack's halloween suite and it kinda a little too small, but oh well he will still be able too wear it for just the one day so no biggie and I only paid about $5.00 so it's not a big lost....I will keep it till next year and pass it on too someone that could use it for there little one.
My one friend is on her way home from her trip to NS, So I pray she has a safe trip home that's for sure, I got a few text messages from her with some pictures she took of the land they were so preatty looking, So Im sure she saw some really lovely stuff out there.
Only 2 more sleep's till my Birthday....I will be 26......On my way too 30 now *shudders*.....he he....Just Kidding. Were gonna have a home maid pasta meal at home that will be really nice! Oh yeah and cake....cant forget about cake.
Well that's it for today, I should take the time I have while the boy's are sleeping too get some stuff done.
Blessings
~Ruth
NEWSTART... and disclaimer
Posted on Friday, October 10, 2008 at 09:52 by ~Melissa - 0 Comments - Post Comment - Link
I assigned categories for the pieces of health information that I plan to write about. These categories focus mainly on the acronym NEWSTART. I have added a couple other categories which really do not relate to the NEWSTART acronym, and may continue to add a category or two as necessary.
The NEWSTART acronym is described below:
N- Nutrition
E - Exercise
W - Water
S - Sunshine
T - Temperance
A - Air
R - Rest
T - Trust in God
Remembering the different parts of NEWSTART can help one to remind themselves of the areas that can improve one's health. We hardly ever fall apart because of ONE problem, but rather it is usually a combination of health struggles. Making changes in one area may show improvement, but it likely is not going to be a lifelong answer to our struggles. NEWSTART can help us towards a healthier lifestyle. It isn't about diet to lose weight, or sleeping pills to get our rest, but simply getting back to what we were designed to live by.
DISCLAIMER:
A disclaimer that I want to add is that some of us have bodies that are far along in disease processes. Changing late in the game is likely not going to cure us, however, we may see decreased symptoms by making healthy lifestyle changes. A diabetic may still be a diabetic, but their blood sugar levels are easier to control. Also because of sin, our bodies have become run down after generations of misuse. That means our children can have problems like allergies or other horrible diseases that are not caused by how they are living, but rather a compilation of problems in our own genetics that we have passed down to them, or problems caused while growing in the womb...not to mention the exposure of so many things that are just considered normal these days... (chemicals, pesticides, immunizations, pollution, etc.) that can adversely affect one even though many others can take those exposures without much of a symptom at all. So, do be realistic in making changes, they won't cure us overnight and they may not cure us at all. Some changes may relieve us of some symptoms, but some changes could be detrimental to our specific medical condition.
What does that mean? If you have a medical condition or your children are sick, please read for guidance of where to go for information, not to substitute for medical treatment. Making changes without your medical doctor's knowledge can cause big problems. Medications you may be on may become too strong when making changes to a healthier lifestyle and without some guidance from your doctor on how to wean from your medications, you may end up sicker trying to live healthier than when you just lived "as is" with your medications. Also, if you are ever feeling concerned or overwhelmed with a situation, do not try to do it on your own, just because it is healthier. Our gut feelings are there for us to seek help. And sometimes we do not notice something going terribly wrong because we are untrained in knowing what to look for.
Now, I do not want this to deter you from trying natural remedies or lifestyle changes. Just when you do it, make wise choices and if under medical care, take it to your doctor to explain what you are wanting to try. Some doctors are not supportive of healthy lifestyle/home remedies... in that case, find one who is and one who knows what you are talking about because not all doctors know what home remedies even are as many are not trained in that area or they have seen disasterous cases from one trying to cure themselves on their own. Often a person will misdiagnose a problem and the "cure" they are using will never work, but only cause the problem to continue without restraint.
Many medical missionaries treat others with home remedies and teach unschooled mothers and fathers in treatments where medical facilities are too far away or too expensive. These treatments are taught and used all over the world and have improved lives. Why we don't use them here in America boggles my mind. With medical care so expensive and drug treatments sometimes noneffective or the side effects so damaging, we need to go back to some simple ways of healing.
In summary, I do not feel anyone should be afraid of remedies or lifestyle changes. Many changes are as simple as not eating cheetos and eating a whole grain cracker instead. Some home remedies you can practice even while on medications and see increased results above what just the medication alone will do. As your skill improves, you will feel more confident. As time goes by, you will understand how our bodies work and see why something will or will not work in a situation. Be wise in your decisions; pray and ask for guidance.
Warmly, ~Melissa
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