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 "Let Go & Let God" Mentor Mom Moment with Cindy Clements "But when (Moses' mother) could hide him no longer, she got a papyrus basket for him and coated it  with tar and pitch. Then she placed the child  in it and put it among the reeds  along the bank of the Nile."  Exodus 2:3 “There comes a time - many times, actually - in the lives of our children where we have to put the basket in the water. We have to let go and trust the plan of the Father. The world is a scary place - a place where we fear our children could drown. But we must remember that we have to let go so that God can draw them from the water for His great purpose. He has called us to be their parents, but they were His first. My friend, whatever water you may be getting ready to put your basket into - remember that you have to put them in the water for God to draw them out and place them into His perfect plan. Though you might not be physically present withy our child as much during the next p...

  Creamy Spinach Sweet Potato Noodles with Cashew Sauce Recipe submitted by Jen Peterson Ingredients 1 cup cashews 3/4 cup water (more for soaking) 1/2 tsp salt 1 clove garlic 1 Tbsp oil 4 large sweet potatoes, spiralized 2 cups baby spinach A handful of fresh basil leaves, chives,  or other herbs Salt and pepper to taste Olive oil for drizzling Directions Cover the cashews with water in a bowl and soak for 2 hours or so. Drain and rinse thoroughly. Place in a food processor or blender and add the 3/4 cup water, salt, and garlic. Puree until very smooth. Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the sweet potatoes; toss in the pan for 6-7 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove from heat and toss in the spinach - it should wilt pretty quickly. Add half the herbs and half of the sauce to the pan and toss to combine. Add water if the mixture is too sticky. Season generously with salt and pepper, drizzle with olive oil, and top with remaining fresh herbs. Recipe from pinc...

"I am Steadfast When I Encourage Others" Mentor Mom Moment with Lara Duininck "And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another." Hebrews 10:24-25 I am blessed with a mom who is an incredible encourager. She is so good at finding ways to boost a person’s spirits and say a kind word. She taught me to ask questions and always make sure you leave a conversation having learned something about the person you were talking to. She said it was selfish and one sided to just talk about yourself and I really took that to heart (or least I try!). My mom has Parkinsons and recently fell and broke her hip, she is currently in a nursing home and it has been so hard. She wants badly to feel better and be back in her home. Parkinsons and the medications have been hard on my mom. It has made her struggle with her mind and body. I was visiting a couple of weeks ago (she lives in...

Fall Protein Bites Two Variations - Pumpkin Spice or Cinnamon Apple Pumpkin Spice Ingredients 1 1/2 cups gluten-free or regular rolled oats 1 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup chia seeds 1 Tbsp pumpkin spice 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips Cinnamon Apple Ingredients 1 1/4 cups old fashioned rolled oats 1.2 cup almond butter 3/4 cup chopped fried apples  1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 cup honey 1 Tbsp chia seeds 1 Tbsp ground flaxseed 1/4 tsp ground allspice 1 tsp cinnamon 1/8 tsp salt Directions 1. Add all wet ingredients to a bowl and mix with a wooden spoon until well-combined. 2. Add all dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until well-combined and you have a "dough." 3. Place mixture in freezer for 15-20 minutes until firm. 4. Use a cookie dough scoop to scoop out the dough and use your hands to form into balls. 5. Place in an air-tight container to store. 6. Can be stored in fridge for two weeks or the freezer for a ...

 "Better Together" Mentor Mom Moment with Barb Abrams “So that by God’s will, I may come to you with joy and be refreshed in your company.” Romans 15:32 As we gear up for another year at MOMS, I want to welcome each of you and encourage you to make our Tuesday morning gatherings a priority this year. Not because you paid the dues or signed the forms, but because we need each other. I’m doing a devotional with a couple of friends and it has been such a blessing to me. Not only being in God’s word every day, but to have the accountability, fellowship, encouragement and perspective of these dear ladies in my life. A recent entry was especially good; I’ll share a few paragraphs. “I am refreshed in Christ by fellowship with other believers – even when my prideful soul balks at showing up, when my schedule tried to convince me I’m too busy, when my shame chides me and tells me to hide my faults from others. My stubborn pride makes me try to live independently, as if I don’t need th...

Sourdough Discard Crackers Recipe submitted by Michelle Brouwer Ingredients: 1 cup sourdough discard 3/4 cup AP flour or 1 cup AP einkorn flour 1/4 cup butter 1 tsp salt 1 Tbsp dried herbs (basil, oregano, parsley, rosemary or thyme or a combination of any of those) Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350. 2. Mix ingredients and knead the dough just until it comes together. 3. Place the dough between two pieces of parchment paper and roll out as thin as possible 4. Remove the top piece of parchment paper and brush with butter/sprinkle with salt (optional). 5. Place the rolled out cracker dough and parchment paper onto a baking sheet. 6. Bake for 15 minutes until crispy. 7. Cut with knife or break apart and store in an air tight container.