Willmar MOMS

 "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...