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Top Ten June Blessings
Life's been rough at our house lately. So I'm fighting discouragement and a tendency to dwell on what's wrong in my world by giving thanks for the small and good blessings that are part of each day. 10. The weather's been so pleasant, we've hardly needed to turn on...
The Man of Steel, St. Fred, and Wednesday with Dorothy
Since the news broke that Fred Hoiberg resigned as head coach of the Iowa State Cyclones basketball team to lead the Chicago Bulls, I've been surprised by how many people have asked how the Man of Steel is dealing with the news. I had no idea so many people knew about...
Chicken Mint Ice Cream: Fantastic Friday’s Flavor of the Week
For the past 3 weeks I've been living a double life. Outside I look like a mild-mannered Iowan going about her business. But inside I'm an intrepid, rookie country school teacher solving mysteries in the wilds of northwest South Dakota. So when I ran across this June...
Healthy Chicken Noodle Bowl with Peanut Sauce
The beginnings of this week's dish can be traced to a recipe called Healthy Veggie Noodle Bowl with Peanut Sauce. The ingredient list for the peanut sauce made my mouth water, but I knew the Man of Steel wouldn't go for the tofu, so I used chicken instead. Also, I...
Top Ten Thing about Wednesdays with Dorothy
Every Wednesday I spend several hours with Mom at her new home in assisted living. Here's a peek at what's best about Wednesdays with Dorothy. 10. The staff at the assisted living facility is friendly to me and loving towards Mom. 9. Getting to know other residents...
Does God Hear Me in Iowa?
And when He had taken the book, the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders fell down before the Lamb, having each one a harp, and golden bowls of incense, which are the prayers of the saints. Revelation 5:8 “Is this heaven?” “No, it’s Iowa.” Truer words have...