by Robin | Jan 11, 2011 | Compassion International, I *Heart* Faces, Photos
When I saw the theme for this week's I Heart Faces photo challenge–smile–I instantly thought of this little lamb. She exuded joie de vivre like few people I've encountered before or since. She's one of the children I met in a...
by Robin | Jan 10, 2011 | Chattanooga, Personal, SNOW, Winter
I'm a blissfully happy snow bunny. Creating a "Snow" category probably gives it away, but my ecstatic delight over the slightest hint of its arrival leaves no doubt. My first White Christmas was arguably the best Christmas present...
by Robin | Jan 10, 2011 | Recipes, Southern, y'all, WFMW
It has been forever-and-a-day since I've had any, and never since I made it myself, but homemade, custard-style Banana Pudding is absolute magic in your mouth. One bite while it's still warm from the oven and your tastebuds will applaud in tonguegasmic...
by Robin | Jan 9, 2011 | (in)courage, Faith
It occurred to me recently why on the surface so many reject Christianity: It doesn’t make a bit of sense. Why would anyone want to follow a King who was born in a barn and said crazy things? “Blessed are the poor, the hungry, and those who are hated, ostracized...
by Robin | Jan 8, 2011 | Chattanooga, Family, Kids, Mom stuff, Parenting, Personal, Photos, Teens & Tweens, Weather
I'm buzzing around my kitchen exaggerating every move as if each is of Some Great Importance, but mostly I'm just irritated. My two oldest are attending a concert tonight and their convoluted and confusing "plans" do not make...