MOVING DAY

My husbands sister had a house built a few blocks away from ours we helped with the move. We moved most of the big stuff. We are all over the age of 50 so moving takes a few days. The little stuff will be moved between snow storms. YES I said snow storms we are getting another 6-8 inches between today and tomorrow. I do believe Spring will physically not be here this year. We will go directly to Summer. Such is life in the upper Midwest We now have my son and his family 3 blocks west and my sister in laws 3 blocks north. Hopefully we will get in the yard soon and see if any plants died. Happy Spring!!

SPRING BLIZZARD

This is a long winter year. Just as almost all the snow was gone and I could see my plants we had a spring blizzard. This morning it was almost a whiteout. I think we got about 9 inches of wet heavy snow. Minnesota winter snow is light and fluffy not to hard to shovel. I could barely get the snowblower to blow this stuff. I am not complaining. After 13 years of mixed weather I am learning to roll with the seasons. I do feel sorry for my son and husband as they are mail carriers and it is a very tuff day for them. The snowplow still has not passed through our neighborhood. Do you think they put them away for summer storage? I enjoyed a cup of coffee this morning while I watched the snow blow across the prairie. It won't be long before summer heat and humidity are pulling us inside to air conditioning to find some relief. I am finding enjoyment in each season. They all have their own kind of beauty.
HAPPY SPRING!!

A DAY at GRAMMY'S

I have been watching a couple of my GRANDKIDS on Tuesday's for the last few months. My Grandson takes Karate classes near my home and it is easier for my daughter to pick them up here after work then go all the way back 20 miles to pick them up at daycare near her home. It is still very cold today snow is almost gone but so windy today we had to stay inside. We also expect 5-10 inches of snow over the next couple of days. It was not a good day to be outside sooo... We got creative first we played in the garage but when it got to cold we came inside. Master H loves to ride around the table so Grammy let him if he was careful and he was. Miss H played cowgirl and let her horse eat from the chalkboard tray. I so enjoyed watching them play and be creative. They finally got tired so naps were in order. I love being a grandma!!

CHANGES

Just a few changes around the house. When you can't move the furniture around you have to be creative so I moved pictures. The one behind the sofa was above the TV center. We really like it here and the tree picture went above the TV. I had two of the grand babies on Tuesday. Miss H is a curious two year old. She likes to play with the buttons on the fireplace stove. We do not encourage this and usually have to unplug it so she will stop. She somehow broke the on off switch so grandpa went out and got an electric fireplace that was on a really good sale. We like it!

EASTER at GRANDMAS

It was a small group this year. Hubby's sister had to head to Wyoming where her first granddaughter was born early. Son and his family spent the holiday in the cities. We had a wonderful time anyway. Master H and Miss H were so happy to hunt for eggs. We had an indoor hunt this year due to all the snow still on the ground. Their favorite part is counting the loot and finding the golden egg... Yes Master H found it. We took a spin in the yellow convertible the kids got for Christmas but the wind was too cold on the Prairie. We wanted to walk off a little of that yummy chocolate pie.
MENU
Traditional Baked Ham
Cheesy Potatoes
Garden Green Beans
Fruit and Raspberry Jello
DESSERT
Angel Cake with Strawberries and whip cream
Chocolate Pie
More Easter candy than one could consume in a week.
Happy Easter!!!

IT IS A HEART THING

 

 

 

SPRING IS HERE?

Yes! in Minnesota Spring has arrived but the snow has not relinquished it's hold.

 As we contiplate Easter and all its meaning I wonder where does our faith really take hold?. I often wonder in our Journey, in this walk with Christ, what is the difference. So many have a tremedous amout of spiritual knowledge but seem to lack something. I think it may be a Heart thing. If our faith in Christ can't find its way to our Heart then what does it really mean?I was studing this recently and this is what I found.

In 1 Samuel 16: 6-13--verse 7 says The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart...

 We can tell how men look, but God can tell what they are.He judges men by the HEART. We often form a mistaken judgement of character, but the Lord values only the faith, fear, and love, which are planted in the heart, beyond human discernment. and God does not FAVOR our children according to our fond partiality. He honours and blesses thoses who have been LEAST regarded.

 Luke 16:15 says....."you are the ones who justify yourselves in the eyes of others, but God knows your heart

.Acts 1:24...Then they prayed "Lord, you know everyones heart

.Proverbs 16:2...All a persons ways seem pure to them, but motives are weighed by the Lord. 1 Samuel 2:3"Do not keep talking so proudly or let your mouth speak such arrogance, for the Lord is a God who knows, and by him deeds are weighed.

I think we need to remember to keep our eyes on God. I think people in our lives, even ones who seem strong in their faith, will at some point dissapoint us.If their Faith is in their head and not in their heart then they will surely dissapoint when trials come. We are on a journey and everyone has a different path that God controls. We need to be careful before judging what works for someone else.I like the saying Actions speak louder than words and By your fruits you shall know them.  Our goal should be to be like Christ a true" Jesus Follower". We know we are on the right track when we look like Christ.

 

HAPPY EASTER



APPLE WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD

I am always looking to change up a basic chicken salad. I probably eat a chicken salad sandwich once a week. I really like them but it is always nice to change it up from season to season. Today I tried this version

Apple Walnut Chicken Salad
One-half Chicken Breast( cooked)
One celery stalk chopped
3 green onions chopped
1/3 cup chopped apple
1/3 cup roasted walnuts
1/2 cup salad dressing
Pinch or two of poultry seasoning
Salt/pepper to taste

Mix altogether and refrigerate 1/2 hour
I put apples separate in two tablespoons lemon juice to keep from discoloration .
It is best to add apples and walnuts 15-30 minutes before serving. I used this for a sandwich filling and it was delicious.