tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-51241432091300105402024-02-21T17:01:06.004-08:00HopelovenfaithUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5124143209130010540.post-19743265336745189722013-02-03T13:58:00.001-08:002013-02-03T13:58:21.500-08:00New Blog Address!!!!Dear followers,<br />
Very soon I will be closing out the email account that is connected to this blog, so I will be restarting my account at this address <a href="http://amishbookfreak.blogspot.com/">http://amishbookfreak.blogspot.com/</a>. Please visit and follow me there, and I will return the favor by re-following your blogs on my new account. Thank you so much. I look forwards to continuing to share my book reviews with you!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5124143209130010540.post-67714520482156431762013-01-09T18:24:00.002-08:002013-01-09T18:24:14.091-08:00I Kissed Dating Goodbye<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/107195.I_Kissed_Dating_Goodbye" style="float: left; padding-right: 20px;"><img alt="I Kissed Dating Goodbye: A New Attitude Toward Relationships and Romance" border="0" src="http://d.gr-assets.com/books/1320506446m/107195.jpg" /></a><a href="http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/107195.I_Kissed_Dating_Goodbye">I Kissed Dating Goodbye: A New Attitude Toward Relationships and Romance</a> by <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/27398.Joshua_Harris">Joshua Harris</a><br /><br />My rating: <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/497609854">4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /><br />i read this book because i have had it on my shelf for years was sending some books to a resale and decided to read it first.. i think the book is awesome for teens.. <br />Josh's point is not that we should give up dating, but re-examine how you go about finding a spouse in light of our relationship with Jesus Christ. When we do that, many will realize that today's dating is not a Christ-like way of finding someone he intends for us. He raises topics such as the defects of dating, how we should view the opposite sex.<br /><br /> The same goes for dating for enjoyment and having a successful dating life, which are selfish ambitions. Josh's key point is that love is not about what we get but what we give (1 Corinthians 13:4-8) and how we can best honor the other person. True friendship will yield the knowledge of the opposite sex we need and courtship and marriage are simply the end results of Godly-directed friendship with the right person.<br /> This young man, could help many young people today, in alot of dating issues if we could get this book in the hands of teens across the country.. many may think he is old fashioned, but seriously we live in a world that teaches all young people sex is love.. sex is just that, its only an emotion. and a marriage should not be solely based upon up.. <br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/list/9437920-crystal">View all my reviews</a><br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5124143209130010540.post-2248629320153431742013-01-06T15:21:00.000-08:002013-01-06T15:21:08.418-08:00Hawaiin Crosswinds<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/9729057-hawaiian-crosswinds" style="float: left; padding-right: 20px;"><img alt="Hawaiian Crosswinds" border="0" src="http://d.gr-assets.com/books/1328822920m/9729057.jpg" /></a><a href="http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/9729057-hawaiian-crosswinds">Hawaiian Crosswinds</a> by <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/53268.Linda_Lee_Chaikin">Linda Lee Chaikin</a><br /><br />My rating: <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/491808483">5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /><br /><br />The Hawaiian people in 1892 were split on what was best for Hawaii. Most of the plantation owners were for Annexation to the United States, but others were against it. And as often happens during a conflict, families and friends are divided.Now Rafe and his fiance Eden must try to reconcile their differences concerning Annexation.<br />But Rafe has other things to worry about at the same time. For one thing, he is trying to protect his mother and her adopted son from his stepfather who is suspected of murdering Rafe's father. The man is now on the run, and Rafe must track him down before anyone else gets hurt. <br /><br />This was a good book from start to finish. I would recommend it to friends. I truly couldn't put this book down, it caught my attention right off. 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Melanie Dickerson ~ Author o...</a>: Melanie Dickerson joins us today with an interview and giveaway! *grins* I've read two of her books ( The Healer's Apprentice and The Merch...Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5124143209130010540.post-43058364950512501602012-12-04T10:51:00.003-08:002012-12-04T10:51:57.520-08:00what I am makingi am currently working on some hippie clothing and dog collars and leashes.. i will be posting pics of my for sell items soon.. stay tuned... Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5124143209130010540.post-80449413606507190062012-12-04T09:24:00.000-08:002012-12-04T09:41:33.858-08:00Forever Christmas<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/389483.Forever_Christmas" style="float: left; padding-right: 20px;"><img alt="Forever Christmas" border="0" src="http://d.gr-assets.com/books/1266541089m/389483.jpg" /></a><a href="http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/389483.Forever_Christmas">Forever Christmas</a> by <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/162284.Christine_Lynxwiler">Christine Lynxwiler</a><br />
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The Christmas Sweater was a really good book.. <br />
WOW! This story is told through the eyes of a young boy, so often times we adults don't think the same way children think. This book teaches the greatest meaning of life, love, and faith. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone . I will keep this story close to my heart.<br />
I also purchased this book for my mother for a gift, can't wait until she reads it! <br />
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This book was touching. I enjoyed reading it for about the 15th time within a couple of years. I loved this Christmas story and the love a young boy had for his mother. It is definitely a book worth reading. <br />
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I realllllllly really love the lemon balm/verbena tea.. I think it just taste like fresh sunshine.. lol<br />
This tea isn't a strong, over bearing taste, but very pleasant and refreshing, and bursting with flavor..<br />
My next fav.. would have to be the seasonal Blueberry... ( yummy, delicious.. made with fresh blueberries.. )<br />
over all i would really say I have been pleased with all the products from this company..<br />
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the BBQ Sauce is amazing on chicken, it is spicy but not to much ..its for the person that loves flavor, and is not so hot you can't eat it..<br />
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They also grow herbs to sell on a all organic farm, in which has NO chemicals on their plants.. The last time I checked they had two greenhouses and over 75 plant varieties...<br />
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This company is a must to buy from, they are located in Lenoir NC, and sell at many festivals and farmers markets .. if you would like more info here is their facebook link.. and THEY ALSO SHIP INTERNATIONALLY...<br />
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<span style="color: gold;"><b>Sweet Corn Grilled in the Husk ( made this tonight omg)</b></span> </h3>
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Grilling/steaming fresh
corn on the cob in this way concentrates it’s subtle flavor and
offers myriad opportunities for buttery embellishments. The result
is so delicious, I never throw sweet corn into a pot of boiling water
anymore.</h3>
<i>6 ears of sweet local corn</i><br />
<i>Lemon Garlic Butter or Parmesan Rosemary Butter (recipes below)</i><br />
<i>freshly ground black pepper</i><br />
<ol>
<li>Cut the stem of each ear of corn to a 1-inch length.</li>
<li>From
each ear of corn, remove 3 or 4 outer layers of husk. Then, one by
one, gently pull back each layer of husk, but do not remove it. Remove
all of the corn silk.</li>
<li>Spread each ear of corn generously with
prepared butter, season with pepper, and carefully bring each of
the husk sections, sequentially, back over the corn. Wrap the corn
ears tightly in foil and refrigerate until ready to grill.</li>
<li>Remove the corn from the refrigerator 30–60 minutes prior to grilling.</li>
<li>Place
the foil-wrapped ears of corn over a hot grill, cover, and roast,
turning every couple of minutes, for 10–15 minutes (10 minutes
longer if the corn was not removed from the refrigerator as
specified above). (You can also place these on an edged baking sheet
in a 425° oven and roast for about 20 minutes.</li>
<li>Put one or two
packets of corn on each serving plate and carefully open the foil.
Pull back a few of the husk segments to expose the corn and let guests
take it from there. Serve with the remaining flavored butter.
Definitely provide plenty of napkins.</li>
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<span style="color: gold;"><b>Parmesan Rosemary Butter</b></span></h3>
<i>8 tablespoons unsalted butter</i><br />
<i> 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced</i><br />
<i> 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice</i><br />
<i> 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary leaves, minced</i><br />
<i> ½ teaspoon sea salt</i><br />
<i> ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese</i><br />
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<li>Add the garlic, lemon juice,<br /> rosemary, and salt, and pulse to incorporate.</li>
<li>Add the parmesan and process to<br /> incorporate.</li>
<li>Put in a small container, cover, and refrigerate until ready to<br /> use, or form into a log on a sheet of plastic wrap, enclose in plastic wrap,<br /> enclose in an additional sheet of foil, and freeze for later use.</li>
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fall cake pops</h3>
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<li class="ingredient">One 9 x 13 cake, any flavor</li>
<li class="ingredient">One can (16 oz) prepared frosting, any flavor</li>
<li class="ingredient">1 lb orange candy coating</li>
<li class="ingredient">About 48 lollipop sticks</li>
<li class="ingredient">Food-safe markers or 2 tbsp chocolate chips</li>
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Preparation:</h3>
<b>1.</b> Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil or waxed paper.<br />
<b>2.</b> Place the cake in a large bowl, and crumble it roughly with
your hands. Once it's in fine crumbs, add about 2/3 of the frosting and
begin to mix it with your hands into the cake crumbs, working until the
mixture is evenly moistened. You want the cake mixture to easily hold
together when you press it into a ball, but still retain a little
texture. My personal preference is to have some “crumb” left to the
crumb, so that it is not just a gooey ball. Of course, tastes vary, so
if it seems as if the cake mixture is too dry, or you like a gooier
taste, add more frosting until you're happy with the taste and texture. <br />
<b>3.</b> Using a cookie scoop or teaspoon, form the mixture into
small balls. Roll the balls between your palms to round them, then press
them down slightly so that they're squat balls, similar to a pumpkin
shape. Once all of the pumpkins are formed, place them on the prepared
baking sheet and freeze until firm, at least 1 hour. <br />
<b>4.</b> After the pumpkin cake pops have been frozen, remove them
from the freezer. Melt the candy coating in the microwave and stir until
completely smooth. <br />
<b>5.</b> Use a skewer to poke a hole in the top of a pumpkin, then
dip the tip of a lollipop stick in the candy coating and press it into
the hole. This will help anchor the stick into the cake pop. <br />
<b>6.</b> After all of the pumpkins have been skewered, dip a pumpkin
fully into the candy coating until it's submerged. Take it out of the
coating and gently tap the stick against the lip of the bowl so that
excess coating drips off. Sit the pumpkin back on the baking sheet with
the stick up in the air and let the coating set completely. <br />
<b>7.</b> Once all of the pumpkins are dipped and the coating has
hardened, melt chocolate chips and put the melted chocolate in a plastic
bag. Snip a corner off the bag and use it to pipe on their eyes and
mouths. An easier alternative is to use a food-safe marker to draw faces
on the pumpkins. <br />
<b>8.</b> Store pumpkin cake pops in an airtight container in the
refrigerator for up to a week. For the best taste and texture, allow
them to come to room temperature for about 20 minutes before serving. Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5124143209130010540.post-61519272793774825712012-09-27T08:30:00.000-07:002012-09-27T18:09:37.861-07:00PUMPKIN BUTTERPumpkin Butter on hot biscuits,,, yummy<br />
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Ingredients</h3>
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<li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient">
1 (29 ounce) can pumpkin puree</li>
<li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient">
3/4 cup apple juice</li>
<li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient">
2 teaspoons ground ginger</li>
<li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient">
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves</li>
<li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient">
1 1/2 cups white sugar</li>
<li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient">
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon</li>
<li class="plaincharacterwrap ingredient">
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg</li>
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Directions</h3>
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Combine pumpkin, apple juice, spices, and sugar in a
large saucepan; stir well. Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat, and
simmer for 30 minutes or until thickened. Stir frequently.
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Transfer to sterile containers and chill in the refrigerator until serving.
</span></li>
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APPLE SPICED CIDER <br />
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Ingredients<br />
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<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount"> 1/2</span><span class="unit">gallon(s) </span><span class="name">apple Juice</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount"> 1/3</span><span class="unit">cup(s) </span><span class="name">dark brown sugar</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount">2 <span class="value-title" title="2 stick(s)"></span></span><span class="unit">stick(s) </span><span class="name">cinnamon</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount">5 <span class="value-title" title="5"></span></span><span class="unit"></span><span class="name">whole allspice berries</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount">1 <span class="value-title" title="1"></span></span><span class="unit"></span>(1/2 inch by 1/2 inch) <span class="name">chunk fresh ginger</span>, peeled</li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount">3 <span class="value-title" title="3"></span></span><span class="unit"></span><span class="name">whole cloves</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount">8 <span class="value-title" title="8 slice(s)"></span></span><span class="unit">slice(s) </span><span class="name">orange</span></li>
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Directions</div>
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<li>In a 3-quart saucepan, combine
cider, sugar, cinnamon sticks, allspice berries, ginger, and cloves.
Heat to a simmer and allow to cook 20 minutes. Strain into a punch bowl
and garnish with orange slices. Serve warm</li>
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