postaday2011
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the plight of little girls in Nepal
A bright-eyed, bubbly, powder-fresh little girl skipping about without a care in the world is a sight that gives one the warm fuzzies. For birthdays, Christmases, and even for no special reason, you shower her with gifts. And stores that cater to little girls have never-ending supply of trinkets and treasures. But did you know… Read more
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mother: looking glass
You know the nursery rhyme “What are little girls made of—sugar and spice and everything nice?” Well, that was not me. I was more like the little girl who “when good was very good but when she was bad, was horrid.” Except that I was hardly ever good. My earliest memory is the loss of… Read more
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soul shaping by stephen w. smith (david c. cook)
I’m a big proponent of group studies. The accountability, support and perspective that comes from sharing ideas and learning together often have long-term benefits. The couples my husband and I studied with once a month, some 15 years ag,o are our closest friends today; their children and ours were bonded for life as well. But this… Read more
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warm fuzzies: when a child parents the parent
I got this email from my son today and it made me feel proud of the man he is. From: Jez Kline Date: April 30, 2011 6:39:14 PM PDT To: Fylvia Kline Subject: Luke 12:25 “And which of you by worrying can add one cubit to his stature?” Told you worrying was pointless. Sent from… Read more
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if i could be 12 again, i would
1. Be a proper Indian and master at least one Indian language 2. Leave my pimples alone 3. Appreciate fresh air and exercise 4. Give more hugs 5. Play more and sleep less 6. Get over my tummy bulge and learn to swim 7. Make more friends 9. Conquer procrastination 10. Eat more grape jam Read more
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God’s price tag
This was written by Dr. Silas Gomes and me. It was his experience. (Previously published in the Adventist Review) “Nitrogen, oxygen, hydrogen, very well, thank you. Nitrogen, oxygen, hydrogen, very well, thank you.” I turned towards the sound of the nonsensical “English” chant and saw the source—He was dark, gaunt, skinny, dirty and almost naked.… Read more
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four-step discussion
Preaching a 40-minute sermon is sometimes easier than leading a 15-minute discussion; delivering a monologue is easier than initiating dialogue! Try this four-step method the next time you are to lead a discussion. Step 1: Illustrate. Tell a story. The right story has power. It can reel in the wandering mind, bring the soul to… Read more
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lemon basil salmon
Today I noticed that some of the herbs my son planted last summer had tenaciously survived winter. Clinging to the edge of his garden were lemon basil, chives, mint and rosemary. Of course, I had to use them right away. So with the last three salmon fillets I found in the freezer, I set out… Read more
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love food & live well, by chantel hobbs (waterbrook)
This book on losing weight and feeling fit is based on what the author calls the 80/20 rule–be disciplined and conscientious about what you eat 80 percent of the time and treat yourself to whatever you want the remaining 20 percent of the time. I like the idea and I like the fact that the… Read more
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easy summer squash
4 cups sliced squash (just one kind or a mixture of many) 2 cups sliced onions 1/4 cup sliced green pepper 1/2 cup pine nuts (optional) 3 Tbsp chopped parsley 4 cloves garlic seasoned salt to taste (I use Johnny’s) pepper to taste 3 Tbsp butter (substituting oil compromises the taste!) Heat butter in heavy-bottomed… Read more
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