I Didn’t Know it Would End Like This.

Goodbye 2016. Boy, has it been real. I really didn’t expect it to end this way, but I am really looking forward to the journey in 2017. God has brought me this far, and I’m still trusting Him to lead.

nw mama’s meal planning: leftovers & inspiration

What to do with Leftovers (Re-Purposing) I was once discussing grocery shopping and meal planning with a friend of mine, and when I said the word “leftovers,” she said that her family refuses to eat the dreaded “leftovers.” I know, I feel the same way about them. But I hate wasting food, especially when good, …

the “snail roller” saga

Original story began on 05.13.14 like this: Let’s begin with me telling you that my hair is now in a messy pony tail. This is not a success story.

nw mama’s dinner menu for week 20, 2014

I planned on posting this for you on Sunday evening, but after an extended weekend of company, I was exhausted. I apologize if you have been waiting with bated breath. You may exhale now. NW Mama’s Menu for May 12-18

happy mother’s day

It’s Mother’s Day weekend, and if you are a mom, I hope you are feeling especially appreciated and loved as Sunday arrives. I can tell you, right at this moment, I am feeling loved. My husband has graciously stepped in as host to our out of town guests, while I hide in my makeshift office and …