It is Thursday night! Have you looked outside? God's glory surrounds us! I just wanted to get in the car and drive and drive and drive. This reminds me of a time when Travis was in the Army and it had been my dad's birthday and Travis waited until it was too bad to travel safely but he had to back in Fort Hood by the next morning so he left. Left determined - but also left a very scared and worried young wife. We did not have cell phones back then so all we could do was trust he could make it. He tells us now that he jumped curbs, slid around corners, and doesn't to this day know how he made it back - except for the Grace of God. God is good!!
THIS WAS ALL WRITTEN THURSDAY EVENING AND I WAS TOO TIRED TO FINISH. NOW IT IS FRIDAY EVENING AND I WILL CONTINUE!
I know I have said: "WHAT A DAY" often - but today was truly one of those. My Mom,(remember 92) had a pacemaker "installed" today and everything went wonderfully well. They told her she is in great health -nothing else wrong - and I think that at 92 she might think something should be wrong -- but we are so thankful for her and acknowledge completely how blessed we are!! Thanks for the prayers too!!
Today at the hospital I saw a lady from church - she walked in and offered to help with my Mom and I recognized her and said "You'd better take good care of her." She was so sweet and said she wished she had known we were going to be there today. Of course I did not know where she worked but she is so precious and was so sweet to Mom. I was so proud to tell my Mom and sister that we go to church with her! Thanks Deanne!!!
I left off on Wednesday talking about beans and how healthy they are - great fiber, protein and filler. Let's talk about fiber tonight! According to studies the average American consumes only about 15 grams daily - definitely to the detriment of both our hearts and our waistlines. According to Dr. Ralph Clinque, one cup of cooked beans (or two thirds of a can -- Canned are ok - just don't seem as healthy) provide 12 grams of fiber -- not quite half the recommended daily amount needed (21 to 25 grams) per day for women and 30 to 38 grams for men. The difference in fiber content means that meat is digested fairly quickly, whereas beans are digested slowly, keeping you satisfied longer. Besides beans are low in sugar, which prevents insulin in the bloodstream from spiking and causing hunger! I know I have eaten some things and not long after - I am starving! Other times I can go for hours and hours without feeling hunger!! Hmmmm- guess there is something to this Fiber thing!! Eat some beans -- and here is a wonderful, old recipe we have had for years!! Arizona Beans - from a deceased Aunt from - where - well Arizona, of course!!!
1 Small pkg. dried pinto beans
1 onion, chopped
2 -3 cloves garlic - pressed or minced
2 to 3 tablespoons Tony Chesario - (can't spell it) or any good Cajun seasoning that is hot and spicy!)
Salt and pepper
1 or two whole jalapenos
Soak beans overnight, rinse and put on to boil with onion, jalapeno peppers, and garlic. (you can add meat but I don't because of FAT). Cook until begin to be fork tender and then add spices, salt and pepper to taste. At this point I like to take out whole jalapeno peppers (I once heard they absorb the gas) and add a chopped up one - or two. Continue to cook until tender like you like it -- and enjoy some great - hot beans!! Add this to my homemade (with Jiffy) cornbread (have you tried adding the vanilla yet? Believe me - it is good!!!! Anyway - together you already have a great meal!! WELL after this - you certainly deserve something sweet! How about a sweetheart of a cake - often made this time of the year -- no not especially for valentines - but for my birthday!! Tonight I got an email requesting this recipe and I was very, very honored because she is such an excellent cook too! THanks Charisse for the compliment!!!
STRAWBERRY JELLO CAKE
1 Pkg. Duncan Hines White Cake mix
1 small package strawberry jello
1/2 small carton frozen strawberries (reserve other half for icing!)
1/2 cup water
4 eggs
3/4 cup Canola oil
2 tsp. Vanilla flavoring
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour 13 X 9 pan.
Mix cake mix, strawberries, jello, water, eggs, oil and vanilla. Beat about 2 minutes at medium speed.
Pour into greased and floured pan. Bake for about 40 minutes - Test to be sure it is done. Allow to cool,.
Icing:
3/4 stick of butter, softened
1/2 carton strawberries
1 Box (or about 4 cups) powdered sugar
1 tsp. vanilla flavoring
Mix all together until well blended. May add 1 Tablespoon milk for smoother consistency if needed. (I didn't have milk and used sour cream and it made a wonderful icing!!!!)
Spread on cake - and ENJOY!!
Now after that you need something sweet.
Hope this makes up for nothing last night! Have a blessed night and a wondeful and beautiful tomorrow! Trust in the Lord Always.
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