How I Got Here


Welcome to my life's puzzle. For most of my 36 year journey, I've felt like a novice jigsaw puzzler. There is a beautiful picture displayed before me, but a million tiny pieces scattered about. It starts out looking mostly like a chaotic mess. Assembling the pieces requires patience, perseverance and faith, but in time they begin to fit together one by one. The first 26 years or so were spent finding my straight edges - in that time the Lord began to form a border that would frame my life. Suddenly, within the past ten years, the pieces are forming a middle. I can begin to see the picture. The Lord sweeps me off my feet and I discover that life without faith is no longer an option. A piece falls into place. I have a longstanding passion for health, food and fitness. I also have a longstanding battle with eating disorders. Five years ago nobody on Earth knew this. Three years ago the Lord removes a veil to reveal truths I never imagined and set me on a journey toward freedom. He's taking me down a fascinating path toward discovering self-love, accepting His love for me, and exploring the radiance He has always had in mind for my life. A piece falls into place. Last year my husband was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease and my son was told no more gluten, egg, dairy, or corn. I am now acutely aware of why food has been such an important part of my life and begin to view it very differently as I work to "heal" my family. A piece falls into place. The Lord has ever so kindly, sometimes gently, sometimes firmly, sometimes hilariously directed me to this very point in my life. It is with great anticipation that I keep my eyes firmly planted on the stunning image on the box cover. Thanks for joining with me as I continue putting the pieces together.


Saturday, December 17, 2011

Banana "Pancakes" and More Pinterest Lovin'

I mentioned that my Pinterest pins far out number my Pinterest creations. I am determined to change that (and get my dining room back - it's mysteriously turned into a Pinterest holding cell). Here is my latest creation - the ornament wreath. I am really happy with how it turned out, it's a little mesmerizing to be honest, so sparkly. A word of caution to anyone tempted to make one - it uses a LOT of ornaments, I couldn't believe how many. In hindsight, I'd wait to make it after Christmas when ornaments are on clearance and bust this beauty out next year!

I have been a little hooked on these gluten-free, grain-free "pancakes" and thought you might enjoy them too. SUPER easy, and really satisfying. Top with fresh berries, yogurt, a little honey, or whatever your little heart desires! Enjoy!

Banana "Pancakes" (for one serving)


3 eggs (not egg whites, you WANT the yolk, don't let the egg white craze fool you!)
1 ripe banana
2 tbsp chopped pecans (I like to roast them in the oven for a few minutes to make them flavorful and crunchy)

In a bowl mash the banana until smooth, add eggs and beat together. Add pecans. Pour "batter" into a small skillet. Cook one side until the edges hold together, flip and cook other side.


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