Saving for a house, one bean-based dish at a time
My husband Jon and I have recently decided to venture into intimidating territory: house hunting.
Everyday Clay: Did I mention I’m seeing a therapist?
I’ve been seeing a therapist – yep, some poor guy listens to whatever bounces around the head of Everyday Clay.
Grow with O: Planting ideas that take root
I was doing my regular shopping this week and I had made it to the check-out with a buggy full.
In the Garden with Felder: Patience pays when digging daffodils
Have patience; when it comes to digging daffodils, waiting two months can save two years
Andrew McLarty: Lent calls Christians to courage and clarity
We are now in the season of Lent, a 40-day journey that Christians across the world observe in preparation for Easter.
Sherry Ivy: Keep working for Jesus, it will pay off after a while
As children of God, we will have to endure some difficult trials and tribulations that can lead to fear, doubt or despair.
Everyday Clay: If only you knew how much I see you
I’m not sure why, but sentiment has framed my writing this February.
In the Garden with Felder: Potatoes, peas and porch salads
It’s “tater planting time.”
Jabe Nicholson: Heaven’s Logic
Some say Christians must kiss their brains goodbye. Really? Haven’t they heard the first and great commandment?
Robert St. John: Depth
Most people know they should try other restaurants when they are in a great food city. I do too. And yet every time the tortilla soup arrives at Frontera Grill, that plan is out the window.
Butter Together: Pulling a ramen out of the hat
When I asked P what she wanted for her birthday dinner this year, she answered quickly: ramen, chicken and boiled egg whites.
Cooking beyond my comfort zone
I recently decided it was time to grow up. Not emotionally – my work there is neverending – but in the kitchen.
Love at first bite: Blood Orange Cookies
I hope everyone enjoyed a lovely Valentine’s weekend.
In the Garden with Felder: Personal style, not sin
It’s pruning time for shrub roses, hydrangeas, gardenias, and other summer-blooming shrubs.
Everyday Clay: Two little frogs sitting on a bench
Five years ago, on a Friday afternoon, I was standing in Dollar General staring at Valentine’s Day cards.
Sherry Ivy: Jesus will calm your storm at the right time
Storms are a natural part of life. Whether we’re entering a storm or currently in a storm, Jesus is with us, and He will calm our storm at the right time.
Butter Together: Nachos that don’t require a run for the border
Look, I know trying to replicate Taco Bell food at home isn’t exactly normal.
Robert St. John: 28 degrees and warm all day
There are many intelligent ways to sell king cakes.
Brownies for two
Valentine’s Day has a funny way of making you feel like desserts need to be more over the top than normal.
Baklava bites and Olympic nights
Happy Winter Olympics season, y’all!














