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I’ve experimented with removing meat from various dishes to make them vegetarian friendly. Lasagna is a family favorite, so I thought I’d see what I could do. Granted, vegetable lasagna is delicious, but I wanted a vegetarian lasagna recipe that offered a good punch of protein. The result is this tasty tofu lasagna with spinach. … Read more
The Lord’s Prayer, a central prayer in Christian tradition, appears in both Matthew and Luke. It is very special to me, so I would like to explore it together. A look at the biblical context leading up to the Lord’s Prayer: In Matthew, the Lord’s Prayer is part of the “Sermon on the Mount.” This … Read more
Here’s a versatile dinner recipe that’s packed with protein! Try these fabulous salmon quinoa protein bowls or adapt them to your preferences. Nutritious and delicious, with about twenty grams of protein per serving! Salmon quinoa protein bowls ingredients: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and get started on the vegetables. Clean the vegetables and chop … Read more
In a world increasingly focused on health and sustainability, the products we use in our homes are more important than ever. From harmful chemicals to environmentally damaging packaging, the conventional cleaning supplies on store shelves often leave much to be desired. But what if you could take control of what goes into your cleaning regimen … Read more
My aunt has kindly shared her book club’s list of books for the year. I thought it would be fun to pass the information along. There’s a nice mix of fiction and nonfiction, so perhaps this list of book club books will help you find your next read! Read on for brief descriptions of each … Read more
I used to do a whole-house deep clean every spring, but I lack the motivation to do that now. However, there are areas of my house that require careful attention from time to time (but not every week). I’ve decided to put together a monthly deep cleaning schedule to help me stay on top of … Read more
Cleaning the entire house can be overwhelming, whether you’re doing it on your own, with a partner, or with the whole family. I’ve put together a simple weekly cleaning schedule to help us stay on top of things. Maybe it will work for you too. Let’s talk about each day’s tasks: Monday I dread dusting, … Read more
I love chicken salad, and it makes for a great easy summer dinner. This recipe uses plain Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise, and it packs a flavor punch with apples, Dijon mustard, and dried apricots. An unexpected twist! Since this is called “easy chicken salad,” one would expect chicken to be the main ingredient. That’s … Read more
The term lectio divina means divine reading. It’s a contemplative prayer practice based on short Bible passages. The goal is not to study but rather to experience. Read on for an overview of lectio divina and a step-by-step guide. Overview of lectio divina: Lectio divina is an ancient practice. I’ve seen it presented using “the … Read more
My sweet grandmother passed down this chocolate cake recipe. What I’m presenting here is my dad’s version of her recipe. Delicious, moist, and dense. It’s been a family favorite for years. Perfect with vanilla ice cream, try this easy recipe today! Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and prepare a pan. Spray a 9×13 pan … Read more