Falling into His Blessings

It's that time of year again to dig out those jackets. The air is turning crisp and the colors of Fall are starting to show.  When the weather gets cooler, my meals tend to change to more stews, soups and comfort foods. I love this time of year for its color, scents and clean, brisk air. I find myself daydreaming about pumpkins, cinnamon, molasses cookies and apple cider. Today, I am going to dig out my warmer clothes and be thankful for the many blessings God has bestowed me with. A husband who loves me and works hard to support our family, a job that I love, a warm and safe place to stay at night, food on my table, friends and family who love me and most importantly, a Savior who died on the cross for my sins. As I study God's Word I am reminded of how much He loves me and what He does for me daily without me even realizing it. In my Bible study recently I read something that really made me think. It's a passage in Psalms that I've read so many times and yet, it hadn't really hit me like it did yesterday.

Bless the Lord, O my soul; and all that is within me bless His holy name! Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all of His benefits—Who forgives all of your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases, Who redeems your life from the pit and corruption, Who beautifies, dignifies, and crowns you with loving-kindness and tender mercy; Who satisfies your mouth with good so that your youth, renewed, is like the eagle's! The Lord executes righteousness and justice for all who are oppressed.
~Psalm 103:1-6

We can't find anyone or anything on earth that can do that! Only God can truly satisfy. After reading this passage, the Holy Spirit convicted  me of how much I take things for granted in my Christian walk. Do I praise the Lord for everything He does for me? Am I grateful to Him even in the good times? I need to bless the Lord with my mouth, praise Him for all the things He does for me. He forgives, heals, redeems, beautifies, dignifies, crowns, satisfies, executes righteousness and justice. What an amazing God!

Easy Pizza Crust

I've always had a tough time getting yeast to do what I want. Finally, I found this pizza crust recipe that actually works. Here it is:

Easy Pizza Crust

2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 cups All-Purpose Flour

Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add to food processor and combine remaining ingredients. Pulse until ball starts to form. Remove dough from the processor and dust lightly with flour. Place in a lightly floured bowl and cover with a damp cloth. Let rise until double, about 45 minutes. Punch down dough. Divide dough into 2 separate balls and roll thin. Pierce crust with fork. Top with your favorite toppings and bake at 450 degrees for 12-18 minutes.

Makes 2 pizza crusts

Help, I've Got an Addiction!

So I finally decided to check out what this Pinterest business is all about. I requested my invitation and waited patiently for it to come to my inbox, I didn't even get anxious. Okay, so I might have checked my inbox like three times that day looking for it, but believe me I wasn't anxious. Then, the hook. I created my account and after that, the addiction started. I can see what the hype is all about, it totally lives up to it's reputation. Thanks Heather, I hope you know you helped create a monster. ;)

Come check it out: Pinterest

One Last Summer Fling

I’ve always loved going camping and this past weekend was no exception! My family and I traveled over to Heyford State Park just outside of Plummer, Idaho for our three day excursion. Perfect weather, yummy food (it's not exactly what you'd call "camping food") and spending time with family made a delightful mini vacay.

Hiking trail

Monday was Drew's birthday and I was able to surprise him by taking him over for dinner and birthday cake with my family. I am pleased to say he had no idea what was going on. :) Afterwards, (when he thought we were going home) I took him over to Baskin Robbins for his free scoop of birthday icecream. I'm pretty sure he enjoyed himself.