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The soul cleansing power of the lament

The soul cleansing power of the lament (excerpts from my “morning writing” routine): We are so often taught to stuff it down and act civil. Yet there are times when we need to shake our fist at the world, pour out our soul, like puzzle pieces on the floor and have God instruct us on […]

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Knowing What You Don't Want

Knowing what you don’t want is just as important as knowing what you do

Knowing what you don’t want is just as important as knowing what you do   What do you want to do when you grow up? We’ve all heard this question in our lives, and to some point it may still apply. We go through changes in our lives, whether career, relational and even spiritual. Knowing […]

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What’s the best/worst advice you’ve received:

In terms of the worst advice I’ve ever received, I would say it has rather more to do with the delivery than the content. Or shall I say a matter of invitation. As such I’d have to say the worst advice is unsolicited advice.   Those moments where you bare your soul, show your underbelly […]

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Rice Pudding Instant Pot Dairy Free Recipe

Instant Pot Almond Milk Rice Pudding

Instant Pot Almond Milk Rice Pudding 2 3/4 cup almond milk unsweetened plain (unflavoured) I use black diamond 1/2 cup basmati rice 1/2 cup cane sugar (white can do just more caramelly with cane) 1/8 tsp Himalayan salt (or reg salt) 1 Tbsp Butter (or vegan/dairy free / gluten free / soy free marg)   […]

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The Value of Community

My spouse went to check on a rustic metal bench we were having made by local Mennonites, when he arrived, they were on coffee break. They invited him to sit in with them while they took a moment. This was profound to both of us. When they were done, it was at that point, he […]

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Mount Hagen Organic Cafe Review

Smooth, mild, everything you’d want in an organic breakfast coffee, with this pre-ground non-bitter roast. Neither over or under roasted this was a very enjoyable bag of morning goodness. I originally purchased this at the local health food store, however Sobeys had been carrying this brand, although they are often out of stock, as it […]

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Fluffy Gluten Free Pancakes Recipe

It’s true, although fluffy and GF usually never go together, they do today, with this fluffy gluten free pancakes recipe! The hubby wanted pancakes last Sunday (crepes actually) and all the mixes I had been trying we all used up or thrown out – you GF’ers know what I mean. None were out of the […]

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Review | Udi’s Gluten Free Pizza Crust (Pre-made)

10min gluten free dinner, can this really be true? These wheat free, dairy free, soy free and nut free, gluten free pizza crusts were actually quite do-able and remarkably better than 99% of the pizza shop ones. Yes, one can taste the difference, however when loaded with your favourite toppings it’s great to have something […]

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Review | Bio-Vert Natural Orange Cantaloupe Hand Soap Refill 2L

I love this natural liquid hand soap, great scent, not too bright, not too soft, it cleans and lathers well. 2L refill is awesome, ask any of your stores that sell Bio-Vert to add this product. If they won’t add it on the shelf, they will often order it in just for you (even chain […]

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Gluten Free Doughnut Mix GF Stonewall Kitchen Donut

Review | Cinnamon Sugar Doughnut Mix | Stonewall Kitchen

Hmmm, I really wanted to like these, as I’m a definite old fashioned doughnut fan… so sad.. and a huge fan of owner operator businesses. Ugh. I have worked in a bakery in a previous era of my life and have made more than a thing or two in my day. Box says “we really […]

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Gluten Free Pasta GF PC Corn Fusilli Noodles

REVIEW | Gluten Free Pasta | PC Fusilli

PC Gluten Free Fusilli Pasta was pretty good. Cool spirally noodles. Don’t overcook and don’t stir. Use package directions! Cook the noodles, drain in colander, pour back in pan, add already cooked, already hot sauce with all meat/veg in it (if spaghetti or the like) on top. FOLD sauce into noodles with large spatula (like […]

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Review: PC Gluten Free Chocolate Cake Mix

It was really good! Lets just jump out of the gate on this one. Not just good for Gluten Free, but good, like everyone likes them good. Its a relief to be able to make one dessert instead of multiple and having to keep them separate and labelled and all the other shenanigans that come […]

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Cinnamon Honey Butter Recipe

Cinnamon Honey Butter Recipe

My dad’s a beekeeper, we’ve made lots of honey recipes, here’s one of them:
Honey Butter Recipe: 1/4 cup butter (softened), 1/4 cup honey (runny),
1/16 teaspoon cinnamon (or to taste, dash), dash nutmeg …

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