Zizzie Happenings

This is another absolute divine recipe from Heavenly Homemakers . So far I think it's my favorite. Butterscotch Bars 1 cup melted butter 1-3/4 cups sucanat 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour Stir melted butter and sucanat together. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well. Stir in flour and mix until well combined. Pour batter into a 9x13 baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.

Mike and I were talking flags the other day and it reminded me of the pledges we did every morning in middle school. I didn't realize it but Mike had actually never heard of the Christian flag and he didn't know there were pledges to the Christian flag or the Bible. I tried to remember the words but I got myself all confused so I thought I better look them up and give myself a refresher course. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands. One nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. I pledge allegiance to the Christian Flag and to the Savior for whose Kingdom it stands. One Savior, crucified, risen, and coming again with life and liberty to all who believe. I pledge allegiance to the Bible, God's Holy Word, I will make it a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path and will hide its words in my heart that I might not sin against God.

Last Sunday we had this sweet couple come to our church and speak about their calling to be missionaries to China. They are currently at 67% of their support. It is their desire, Lord willing, to go to the field in August 2010. Here is a little excerpt from their website . We are the Tolson Family, my name is Mark, my wife is Natasha, and we have one daughter Ava. We believe God has called us to be church-planting missionaries to the country of China! We are sent out of Vision Baptist Church in Alpharetta, GA under the leadership of Pastor Austin Gardner. I was born into a Christian family and had the opportunity of growing up in a home that served God faithfully. But it wasn't until I was a teenager that I received Jesus Christ as my Lord and Saviour. Shortly after, I surrendered to be a missionary. Since then I have been preparing for the mission field. I attended Bible college and received a bachelors degree in missions, spent six months on the mission field, and worked on the ...

Sunday Mike put his new purchase on the truck window. The rooster and hen we bought at the Flea Market we went to last week . The dog sticker is new too but that one was much harder to find but thanks to a sweet family at our church we got one. Monday No, this isn't shredded cheese... it's a bar of soap that... and why did I shred a bar of soap... you guessed it... I made my first batch of laundry soap. Haven't used any yet but I hear it works great. I can't wait to try it because if it really does work well, it is really cheap to make. Tuesday Just getting myself ready for Easter next Sunday. I made this one for a special friend and I hope she likes it! Wednesday Just a little more spring cleaning going on here... my bathroom cabinet somehow always ends up a mess... so this week we were making a run to Walmart and I decided to buy something to help me get this mess organized. Before After Thursday A dear friend of mine was coming over so I made these delicious little...

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For the past few months I have been reading the Heavenly Homemakers blog . I really enjoy reading her blog. She has some great posts and I always look forward to reading her blog. If you have some time to look at her blog, be sure to also check out her recipes. This Peanut Butter Honey Bar recipe is one of several of her recipes that I have tried. Let me just say YUMMY! Peanut Butter Honey Bars 1 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup honey 1 egg 1/4 tsp vanilla 1/8 cup sesame seeds Mix all ingredients well. Spread mixture into a 8x8 pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Allow bard to cool completely before cutting.

This year the Lord has really been working in me in regards to my prayer life. We are told to pray without ceasing and to give thanks in everything (I Thessalonians 5:17-18). I admit I have not been as faithful in prayer as I should be. To challenge me in my prayer life I have created Missions Monday. I am starting next Monday March 29th. Join me each Monday as I strife to support missions through prayer! Matthew 28:19-20 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen. Luke 10:2 Therefore said he unto them, The harvest truly is great, but the labourers are few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth labourers into his harvest.

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Another week closer to my vacation and I just can't wait. This week flew by for me...did it for you too? Monday I got a wonderful treat in the mail. I won 10 free coffee drinks from McDonalds just by leaving a comment over at I heart Publix . If you've never seen this site and you live near a Publix, you really need to check it out. It's an awesome site and it will help you save even more money while shopping. Tuesday These are the kiddos I help with once a week. They are an amazing bunch! In this picture they were practicing a song. Wednesday Mike bought this ice cream specifically for St. Patrick's day...next year I am going to work hard at coordinating our entire day and meals around a green color theme. Anyone have any suggestions? How did you celebrate St. Patty's day? Thursday Mike is going to be heading to Colorado in a few weeks for training. While he is gone I am going to be taking everything out of my craft room and organizing everything and getting rid...

John 4:13-14 "Jesus answered and said unto her, Whosoever drinketh of this water shall thirst again: But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life." Thanks to Amy @ Signs, Miracles, Wonders for hosting Then Sings My Soul Saturdays. Check out her blog and all the other participants.

I am so looking forward to our cruise in May. I can't wait to get away, to relax, to celebrate 8 years with Mike, to see my sister and to make memories! I am on countdown... only 58 more days till I am on this fabulous boat!

We had to run some errands this morning and Mike invited Betsy to go along with us. Of course she was sitting (well, more like pacing) in the back seat. As soon as I got out of my seat to go into the store Betsy climbed right up into my seat. She loved looking out the window She kept close watch of the cars driving by Look at that face... Isn't she adorable!

Chapter 10 ~ Reactions Define You A wise woman does not dream of what "could have been." She does not see herself as "God's gift to men;" therefore, she is joyful and content in her present circumstances. Reactions are not premeditated actions springing from our best motives, carefully thought out, planned, and weighed. They are emotional responses, breaking loose like wild horses when we feel hurt, cheated, used, or misunderstood. Your reactions break you loose from your social inhibitions and manifest who you really are inside and what you really believe at your core level. Researchers have determined that the average person thinks over 40,000 thoughts each day. The heart is filled with thoughts, and it is out of that reservoir of thoughts that the mouth speaks words of praise or bitterness. A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth man out of the e...

This week Linda from 2nd Cup of Coffee had a St. Patrick's Day theme to the Random Dozen. 1. On a scale of 1-10, how superstitious are you, honestly? not at all... I don't even know very many superstitious things to be superstitious about. 2. Julius Caesar is quoted as saying, "I came, I saw, I conquered." Which circumstance or experience of yours does this saying best describe? High School... but only by the strength God gave me. 3. If I peeked in on your day like a mischievous little leprechaun, at what time would I most likely find you blogging? just depends on the day... some days I enjoy blogging first thing in the morning other days I enjoy getting done the things I need to get done for the day before I start blogging. 4. Re springing forward for Daylight Saving Time, is there anything you've ever been really early or really late for? No... Mike is a very organized guy and he keeps us on schedule which I really appreciate about him! 5. What are you most lo...

Do you have any used DVDs laying around? I did and when I found out about SwapA DVD I signed right up. Let me tell you how it works -- because it is so easy! I listed a bunch of DVDs on the site (listing your first 10 DVD titles gets you a free credit!) and I got a free DVD credit to get started. So you can order a DVD right away - free of charge -- and have the DVD mailed directly to you! No strings attached. No gimmicks. No spam mail. Nothing. When another member selects one of my DVDs that I have listed, I mail it to them. Yes, I pay for the postage. But then I get another DVD credit and I can select a DVD that I want. So another Club Member returns the favor and mails me one of his or her DVDs free of charge. For every DVD I mail out, I get another DVD in return - a true shared system! When someone requests one of your DVDs, all you have to do is drop it in the mail. You really need to check it out . Note: I have even accumulated so many points that I have sold some of my points ...

Breakfast Waffles Eggs and Grits Breakfast Tortillas target="new" Bagels and Smoothie Fruit Pineapple Apple Sauce Lunch/Dinner Spinach Rice Casserole Mike's Favorite Sandwich Bean and Bacon Soup Spanikopita Pizza Baked Salmon Veggies Lima Beans Corn Peas Broccoli Green Beans If you want some more great recipe ideas, visit orgjunkie for Menu Plan Monday .

Had a busy but productive week. Although I made sure not to be too busy to take my pictures each day. I am already looking forward to this week. I have lots of great things already planned. Monday I won this $25 gift card to Publix from a giveaway on Family, Stamping and Food blog . I was so excited when I got this in the mail. God blesses in many different ways! Tuesday We took our friends and all her children to Cici's for all you can eat pizza. We took up three tables and we had a great time. Sorry this picture isn't the greatest... I snapped it without anyone even noticing. Wednesday I got some card stuff done. I don't normally keep Get Well cards on hand but I thought I better make some. You just never know when you may need one. Thursday Took Betsy to the vet for her yearly shots. She gets so excited when we go. I guess the treats there are really yummy. They put us in a little room and after a while the assistant came in to take Betsy back to weigh he...

...that the Lord has made! What a beautiful day today has turned out to be! Praise the Lord for each day He gives us! Thanks to Amy @ Signs, Miracles, Wonders for hosting Then Sings My Soul Saturdays. Now go check out her blog and all the other participants.

This week I am late in completing my Random Dozen but I thought better late than never in joining Linda from 2nd Cup of Coffee ...so here goes. 1. How old is the oldest pair of shoes in your closet? I would say about 3 years old or so. I don't really own alot of shoes and I don't normally buy shoes. I get my shoes from my sister (Thanks Kathy!) 2. Did you buy Girl Scout cookies this year? If so, what variety? No Girl Scout cookies this year and come to think of it, I didn't buy any last year either... see how good I am :-) 3. Do you know how to ballroom dance? If not, would you like to? I don't know and honestly I am not sure if I am coordinated enough to even learn how to ballroom dance. 4. Were you a responsible child/teenager? I think I was 5. How many of this year's Oscar-nominated movies did you see? well this is a touch question because I don't even know what movies were nominated for the Oscar's this year. 6. If you're going to have a medical pro...

Chapter 9 ~ Finding Your Life in His From the beginning, God meant for us to be a comfort, a blessing, a reward, a friend, and encouragement, and a right-hand wo-man. God didn't create Adam and Eve at the same time and tell them to work out some compromise on how they would each achieve their personal goals in a cooperative endeavor. He created Adam, gave him an occupation, appointed him as ruler of the planet, endowed him with a spiritual outlook, gave him commands, and specified his occupational duties. Adam commenced hi rule of the planet before God created Eve to help him in his life's goals . Adam didn't need to get Eve's consent. God gave her to Adam to be HIS helper, not his partner. She was designed to serve , not to be served, to assist , not to veto his decisions. Find your life in his. God made us women to be help meets , and it is in our physical nature to be so. It is our spiritual calling and God's perfect will for us . It is the role in which ...

Brittany (Mike's daughter) and Andrew (her husband) came for a visit this past weekend. We had a great time together Saturday. The day turned out to be beautiful which worked great since we planned to go skeet shooting. Mike showing everyone how it's done! Andrew did a good job... I think he hit 17 out of 50 Brittany was in charge of the controller Right at the end Mike had her take a few shots too. Andrew and Brittany Mike ~ always having fun! After shooting we played with Betsy for a little while. Andrew gave her a disk from his Disco Golf game. She enjoyed chewing it up while laying in the sun. After lunch we headed to the square downtown...we enjoyed walking around and when we were all done we headed back home. On our way home we saw this area that still had quite a but of snow still on the ground from last Tuesday. Andrew had never seen snow before. We stopped so he could play in it for a few minutes. He even made a snow angel Happy Anniversary! Sunday they...