INGREDIENTS 2 pounds butternut squash, peeled and cubed 1 large apple, peeled and cubed 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 tsp. salt Black pepper to taste or you can use a spicier pepper like Cayenne 1 32 oz. carton Chicken Broth 1/2 cup whipping cream (leave whipping cream for last) DIRECTIONS Spray crockpot with vegetable spray […]
Simplicity in Spring
May 19, 2020 1 Comment
Spring signals nature’s awakening. As nature unfolds the newness all around us, we may find ourselves desiring lighter, fresher food choices. Spring foods bring a clean, crisp, fragrant element to the menu (think berries and early greens). Greens, a traditional springtime food choice in most cultures, provide a refreshing, cooling, and cleansing effect to the […]
Slow Cooker Cinnamon Lattes (Hot or Iced)
October 29, 2019 Leave a Comment
What You Need: 6 cups double-strength brewed coffee* 1 cup organic heavy cream OR 2 cups organic whole milk 1 cup organic cane sugar (or coconut sugar) 1 teaspoon organic vanilla 3 organic cinnamon sticks * Double up on the coffee grounds needed for 6 cups of regular coffee. What You Do: In the slow […]
A Banquet Beckons – Part 1
March 19, 2019 Leave a Comment
Let’s go shopping! When given that invitation, what image enters your mind? A large shopping mall? A quaint boutique or eclectic fashion mart? Are you seeking bargains at a yard sale? Or is a flea market more your style? Today, especially in the United States, our shopping opportunities are limitless. In spite of all these […]
Then Sings My Soul – Family Event Recap
December 11, 2018 Leave a Comment
In celebration of the Christmas season, Word of Life presented a “Then Sings My Soul” family event which was hosted by Pastors Tim and Gayla Bagwell. What a musical extravaganza this was and there was not a better way to carry us through the holidays than with a new song in our hearts celebrating the […]
HE RESTORES MY SOUL EVENT
October 9, 2018 Leave a Comment
Recently, Word of Life hosted a Gayla Family Event in which we were extremely honored to have Pastor Miriam Phillips speak on “He Restores My Soul.” The evening was created as a “spa” experience visually. As we walked into the foyer everything was done in Kentucky blue with white, filmy draperies hanging above. There were […]
Blossoming Friendships: How to Plan the Perfect Summertime Brunch
June 26, 2018 Leave a Comment
“Above all things have fervent love for one another, for love will cover a multitude of sins. Be hospitable to one another without grumbling. As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another.” – 1 Peter 4:8-10 (NKJV) I always look forward to summer! As spring unfolds into summer, new life begins […]
High Tea at Tea Time
May 22, 2018 2 Comments
Mothers and daughters have one of the most special relationships ever created! The bond between a mother and daughter is incredibly enriching due to the power and strength that weaves the two together for a lifetime. Holding and preparing a mother/daughter “high tea” (an extremely feminineevent!) is one of the few ingredients that can […]
Eating Healthy Doesn’t Have To Be Boring – Part 2
January 16, 2018 Leave a Comment
The holidays are over, and it is a brand-new year. You’re officially out of excuses for eating holiday cookies and buckets of caramel popcorn for lunch! It is time to start eating right and the new year is a great time to start getting healthy. The new year is a time when you’re in the […]
High Tea at Tea Time
May 3, 2017 Leave a Comment
Mothers and daughters have one of the most special relationships ever created! The bond between a mother and daughter is incredibly enriching due to the power and strength that weaves the two together for a lifetime. Holding and preparing a mother/daughter “high tea” (an extremely feminine event!) is one of the few ingredients that […]
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