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DIY Memorial Day Decorations: Red-White-and-Blue Ideas Everyone Will Love

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Memorial Day is so many different things: the unofficial beginning of the summer. A day off work. The end of the school year. The day on the calendar after which your mom decreed you can wear white pants.

However, we all know the Federal Holiday commemorates something more. But through the years, as more and more time passes from those civics classes of our youth, it’s easy to muddle up some of our related holidays. So let’s take a moment for a mini educational opportunity, courtesy of yours truly.

Memorial Day: Last Monday in May. In remembrance of American service members who have died in armed conflicts.

Veterans Day: Always November 11th. Celebrates the service of all United States Armed Forces veterans.

Armed Forces Day: Third Saturday in May. Honors Americans currently serving in one of the five branches of military service.

And thus concludes your remedial American History lesson by Professor Bostwick. Don’t worry, I won’t quit my day job.

However you choose to spend your Memorial Day, it’s the first of the two summer holidays that come with a likely dose of red-white-and-blue somewhere in your schedule. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, prepping a dish to take to the friend who is hosting or just getting away from it all with a weekend vacation there are ways big and small to add a little Americana to your life.

Here are a few of my favorite DIY Memorial Day decorations!

Bandanas Never Looked So Cute

Just a handful of different colors bandanas + a sewing machine = a tablecloth you’ll use for years to come! Seriously though, how easy is this? It would probably qualify as the cheapest fabric purchase I’ve ever made. (Shhh, The Chairman doesn’t read this blog, he doesn’t need to know any more about my fabric habit than I tell him.)

Paint The Yard

I can’t even get over how great this idea is. Something I never would have thought of on my own, but it’s so smart! Using construction marking paint, so it washes away with time you can paint stars (or jack-o-lanterns, or…anything) on your yard.

The Stars and Stripes

I’m generally not a fan of clothespin crafts. Not really any particular reason, maybe they just remind me of my youth when I actually used clothespins to hang my clothes before our washer/dryers got smart enough they practically fold them for you. But, I digress. For whatever reason, clothespins and crafts just don’t usually cut it for me, but I really like this patriotic wreath. It looks simple and classic, and certainly a craft that kiddos can help with too!

A Healthy Patriotic Salad

I feel like any party you’re invited to Memorial Day weekend will have a plethora of meat being grilled. Burgers, brats, kebabs, you name it and a man with an apron will be seasoning it and have strong feelings about that seasoning. You know that’s covered, so make sure everyone at least has a yummy, healthy salad to kick things off with. Blueberries, strawberries and feta cheese combined with a light dressing pretty much guarantees everyone will start off with heaping of this before they move on to the grill.

 

Firecracker Popcorn For Dessert

You had a second helping of the healthy salad. Sure, you had a burger but it didn’t have bacon on it. Your sweet tooth has earned itself a handful of this terribly addictive and terribly wonderful dessert. You start with popcorn, drizzle with a variety of sweet treats and you’ve got yourself a sweet+savory combination treat that’s difficult to stop eating. I highly recommend, but know that you’ve been warned.

The Most Patriotic Game of Corn Hole

Corn hole, or the bean bag toss game, is one of those things that just reminds me of my childhood and picnics and being sticky from too much watermelon. I mean all of that in the best way possible. Last summer, I decided to make a DIY corn hole game at home that was as patriotic as Betsy Ross. I think I accomplished that.

However you choose to spend your time for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, enjoy it with friends, family, good food, and outdoor time! And remember the reason why we celebrate that day in the first place.

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Easy Homemade Granola

I know what you’re thinking. Granola has a zillion calories.

It’s basically what squirrels eat to fatten up for winter.

So why would I want that when I’m trying to get tankini ready?

My answer is two fold here. Stay with me on this. The following is jam-packed with juicy nuggets of wisdom we need in life.

Why Granola Is Worth It (And Other Life Lessons)

The first reason is because life is too short. It’s too short to miss out on the joy of homemade granola. Life’s too short to cut out delicious food from your diet by drawing a hard line in the sand. It’s too short to let a squirrel’s diet dictate what we eat.

The second reason, equally important, is that everything (well, almost everything) is okay as part of your diet as long as you stick to the serving size. Granola has a smaller serving size than say, green beans. It’s also so flavorful and yummy that you don’t need a lot of it to feel the flavors and textures tap-dancing across your tongue. I find myself pairing it with protein-rich Greek yogurt or covered with fruit and milk for a power-breakfast.

From a nutritional standpoint, the oats are filled with fiber and iron and the nuts and seeds are packed with heart-healthy unsaturated fats (like Omega 3s!) and protein. A lot of granola you buy at the store will be loaded with sugar, so my recipe leans on honey to sweeten it instead of actual sugar. With the oil, it’s still pretty high in calories but I find that if I stick to a small portion, I don’t have too much explaining to do with my Weight Watchers plan. 

Embracing the Crunch with Easy Homemade Granola

Granola is one of those things that all of my friends assume I make all the time since I moved to Oregon, the land of the sustainably grown, the Birkenstocks, the Subarus, and all things crunchy.

While I fully embrace the stereotypes of my new home, I truthfully don’t get around to making granola as much as I should. I don’t home brew Kombucha or grow my own food either. I just don’t have time. But on occasion, I’ll summon up the concentration in an afternoon while I’m writing to toast oats and nuts and coconut flakes, the base of my super-charged granola. If you are easily distracted like I am, it’s best to use a loud timer to remind you to toss the oats as they roast. It’s so easy to burn it and I’ve done that more times than I care to share.

But once the base of the granola is roasted, toasted, and aromatic, I’ll add dried fruit (like the dehydrated strawberries I have on hand in my prepared pantry) and other ingredients I keep in my pantry like like chia or cashews or vanilla. Then the pure crunchy magic happens.

My house smells amazing. My neighbors usually reap the benefits over the over-sized batch, and I’m happily snacking away as I get back to work on my book.

 

So have I talked you into it?

Let’s jump to the good part.

Here’s how to make my super-customizable, use-whatever-you-have-in-your-pantry, easy homemade granola.

 

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Easy Homemade Granola




Author: Marie Bostwick

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 60

Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes







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Ingredients

4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (not the steel cut kind or the instant oats!)

2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut

2 cups sliced almonds

3/4 cup vegetable oil

1/2 cup honey (I use local, but just use a good quality here)

1 1/2 cups unsweetened small diced dried apricots

1 1/2 cup dried unsweetened cherries

1 1/2 cup dried unsweetened cranberries

1 cup roasted, unsalted cashews

Other optional goodies: Add dried blueberries or any dried fruit, spices like cinnamon, chia seeds for a little extra omega 3 punch, try maple syrup instead of honey, swap canola for coconut oil, or spike it with a little vanilla or a pinch of sea salt! I’ve also heard its delicious swirled with a 1/4 cup of peanut butter.

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a large bowl, toss together the oats, coconut, and almonds. Whisk the oil and honey in a separate bowl, then pour over the oats, almonds and coconut. Stir until everything is cohesive, like in this picture.

Using two half sheet pans, pour the mixture equally into each. Roast, taking it out to stir occasionally so the bottom doesn’t burn. When it looks beautifully golden brown and the nutty wafts are taking over your kitchen, it’s time to take it out. This takes about an hour for me.

Remove from the oven and cool slightly. It will need to be a little warm to stick to the rest of the goodies you throw its way.

Add the dried fruit and cashews. Now is the time to throw in extra flair like chia seeds or vanilla or sea salt.  I usually just throw into freezer bags and promptly send one to a neighbor. This makes a lot!

Serve with milk and fruit or sprinkle atop Greek yogurt for a fierce way to start your day!

Category: breakfastMethod: oven

Keywords: easy homemade granola, healthy breakfast ideas

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One Point Weight Watchers Muffins with a Mexican Kick!

I’m always busy.  Sitting still has never been my strong suit. You’ve probably picked up on this by now. But this month I’ve crossed the line from busy to crazy.

Right now I’m writing, blogging, training for my next sprint triathlon, gardening, sewing, preparing to host dinner for 10 next weekend, arranging itineraries for three sets of guests within the next four weeks and, of course, doing a lot of spring cleaning.

Crazy!

But it’s a good kind of crazy. I’m excited about how my new book is taking shape and am looking forward to spending time with the visitors who will soon be here.  Plus, I’m feeling very good about welcoming people to a bright and shiny, organized home!

The Perils of Going Pre-Packaged

Unfortunately, all this activity hasn’t left much time to organize healthy meals for myself.  Over the last couple of weeks, I found myself slipping down the prepackaged and prepared food slope.

You know what I’m talking about, right?  When you hop out of bed and hit the ground running, it’s so much easier to pour some cereal into a bowl than take the time to cook a healthy, satisfying breakfast. But not only does that cereal and milk cost seven of my precious Weight Watchers Freestyle Points, it leave me feeling hungry by mid-morning. Next thing I know, I’m in the kitchen, searching for a snack, and grabbing the first thing I can lay my hands on, frequently another bowl of cereal.

If you’re trying to eat healthy, giving in to the convenience of prepared foods is definitely a slippery slope. After a few days of this, my scale showed just how far I’d slipped.

Crazy busy or not, I needed to find a better plan of attack for breakfast. Because not only are convenience foods unhealthy, they make you fat. Nothing convenient about that!

The One Point Way Start Your Day

While there are so many yummy and healthy breakfast options out there, the first thing I considered when searching for a convenient, healthy breakfast solution was my One Point Miracle Muffins.

A couple of months back, I shared my recipes for these delicious little wonders – muffins in delicious flavors such as blueberry lemon, chocolate peanut butter or raspberry, or apricot almond. People went crazy over them! If you haven’t checked them out yet, you should. It’s been our most popular post ever and I can understand why.  A delicious, full-sized muffin for just ONE Weight Watcher Freestyle Point? That is crazy. But true! (And even a little bit miraculous!)

Much as I love those muffins, I think of them as a snack food. Two with a cup of tea is a lovely treat after I come in from a run or a long bike ride. For breakfast, I wanted something savory that would stick with me until lunchtime.

Still, muffins are such an easy, grab-and-go breakfast. There had to be a way to make this work. I went into the kitchen, put on my apron, and searched for a solution.

Eureka! I found it!  These Fiesta-style Miracle Muffins (one point weight watchers muffins might be genius! (And, yes, more than a little bit miraculous!)

So, how was I able to create a full-sized savory breakfast muffin for just one WW point? (2 if you make the cheese version, filled with cheesy goodness and totally worth the extra point.)

Glad you asked.

How to Make The Most Delicious One Point Weight Watchers Muffins Ever

First, I took full advantage of some delicious low point or even zero point food options – eggs, flavorful veggies, and yummy Canadian bacon – added some delicious Mexican-inspired spices, and two secret ingredients: Kodiak Baking Mix and homemade yogurt cheese.

If you read my Miracle Muffin post, you already know about Kodiak Baking Mixes. These whole grain, high-protein baking mixes are the secret sauce in my muffins. People have asked where they can buy these mixes. The first place to look is the baking aisle of your local grocery store. You can also order some on Amazon but those Amazon sellers are doubling the product price or requiring you to buy in bulk. So if your grocery store doesn’t carry it, I recommend you order directly from the manufacturer, Kodiak Cakes. If you order $35 or more, shipping is free.

The Other Secret Ingredient

The other secret ingredient in my Fiesta Miracle Muffins is homemade yogurt cheese.

Don’t panic! I’m not going to send you off to buy rennet and cheese molds or anything.  Making yogurt cheese is incredibly easy.

All you need to do is fill a yogurt strainer with nonfat Greek yogurt, suspend it over a measuring cup or bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and leave it in the refrigerator for a few hours.  The liquids will slowly drain out, leaving a thick, creamy cheese that is packed with proteins.  (If you don’t have a yogurt strainer, you could try line a fine mesh strainer with a coffee filter. But really, get a yogurt strainer. They’re not expensive and will last forever. I’ve had mine for years and I love it.)

My Fiesta-Style one point weight watchers muffins store beautifully in the refrigerator for several days.  Grab a couple, pop in them in the microwave for 30 seconds and you’ve got yourself a delicious, convenient, satisfying low-point breakfast.

You can eat them in the car on your way to the gym or put them on a plate and serve with a side of fruit for an elegant morning repast that’s good enough for guests.  My upcoming visitors will definitely be eating these Mexican-style one point weight watchers muffins.

 

Here’s the recipe for one point weight watchers muffins! Make sure to save it to your Pinterest board and share with friends!

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Fiesta Miracle Muffins




Author: Marie Bostwick, Maven of Miracle Muffins

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 35 minutes

Yield: 12 muffins







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Description

One WW point each, two secret ingredients. ‘Nuff said.

Ingredients

1 cup buttermilk flavor Kodiak Power Cakes Flapjack and Waffle Mix (10 points)
4 large eggs  (0 points)
½ cup homemade yogurt cheese (see instructions in post) (0 points)
½ cup small diced green pepper (0 points)
½ cup seeded tomato, small diced (0 points)
2 green onions, chopped small (0 points)
2 T chopped cilantro (0 points)
5 slices Canadian bacon, diced (2 points)
½ t. salt
ONE of the following spices: ½ t cayenne, OR 1 t. chipotle chili powder, OR 1 ½ t smoked paprika
Cooking spray (0 points)
*3 oz. shredded pepper jack cheese.  (This optional addition will add one point to each muffin.)






Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare muffin tin by spraying lightly with cooking spray.

Spray a non-stick pan lightly with cooking spray. Place peppers, onions, and tomatoes in pan and sauté to soften peppers and onion, 3 to 5 minutes.

Whisk eggs, salt, and the spice of your choices together in a medium sized mixing bowl. Add yogurt cheese and mix (doesn’t have to be perfectly smooth, there will be some lumps of cheese). Add Kodiak mix and stir until just combined. Stir in vegetables, cilantro, Canadian bacon (and cheese if you’re using it).

Divide batter equally into 12 prepared muffin cups. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Serve immediately or store, covered, in refrigerator.

Notes

Each muffin equals ONE Weight Watchers point!

Category: breakfastMethod: oven

Keywords: weight watchers, healthy recipes, healthy breakfast recipes, healthy muffins, miracle muffins, one-point foods

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Summer Clothes: Six Easy Ideas To Update Your Wardrobe

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If you follow me on social media you know that I’ve been on a cleanout binge lately. It was looking a little dicey at first but don’t worry. I survived the Great Office Cleanup of 2019 and made it out alive.

Spring cleaning is always on my mind this time of year, and the office isn’t the only room that’s undergone a purge. I’ve done a major clean-out on my closet too. Good thing because I’d almost forgotten what color the carpet was in there. (I’m kidding. Mostly.)

Cleaning out is one of my small joys. I think there’s a part of all of us that enjoy it. I’ve written about decluttering your life and your closet before and how much I’ve like  Marie Kondo and her KonMarie method!  She’s so positive in the face of the biggest messes in the world that she reminds me of a more chipper version Mary Poppins, cleaning up and getting rid of “stuff” without a getting all wrapped up in emotions.  (If you haven’t watched her show, go ahead and tune in on Netflix.)

Sssh, don’t tell Marie Kondo, but this Marie thinks one of the best part about cleaning out is making room for new stuff, better stuff, more fashionable stuff.

To be clear: having undergone a major downsizing before moving into our lovely but much smaller home two years ago, I am a big fan reducing clutter and keeping only what you love. But sometimes, the best motivation for cleaning out four old dresses is to make room for one new dress that makes your heart go pitter pat.

With my closet looking far more spacious and the weather is getting warmer, I’m in hot pursuit of a few fun new pieces to add to my upcoming summer wardrobe.

Want to see what I’ve been looking at?

The Changing Of The Seasons

It’s time to put away those chunky sweaters.  Sure, you left them in your closet for now because you knew there were still a couple of nippy mornings. But for most of us, that’s over. Put away the snow boots and the winter parkas.

Pull out the white jeans, the flowey caftans, and the straw purses!

Now that you’ve moved your favorite summer outfits to the front of the closet, it’s time to refresh your wardrobe with a few new pieces that are festive and fiercely fashionable!

Here are six ideas for simple and summery additions to your closet.

Summer = Floral Dresses

It’s the beachey, picnicy, summer version of the little black dress. You almost can’t do summer without a handful of bright, floral dresses. Here are a couple that caught my eye this year:

Flouncy Tunics

Tunics don’t seem to be going out of style at all, and for that can we all say a collective, “Amen” to the magical people in power who decide what clothes we see in stores.

Tunics are the best thing since, well, since tunics were in fashion last. They hide all the things you don’t like, they cover all the areas that aren’t your favorite. They let the breeze in so you don’t pass out from that summer heat. And after all of these good deeds of theirs, they still make you look great!

Can we start a petition to keep these around forever? Until that happens, I’m just stocking up on these:

You Don’t Have To Jump In A Jumpsuit

I confess, I don’t own a jumpsuit. I don’t think I’ve even tried one on before.

They intimidate me.

I see the women in them who look fantastic, but in my head it’s not going to look that way on me. They seem like fashion for the 20-year crowd, not the 50-year crowd.

But this year, I came across some that seem more approachable. And they are all at Banana Republic. I’ve now got a mental note that next time I’m at the mall I’ll be popping into a Banana Republic store and trying these on myself, but until then I’ll share with you and you can decide for yourself:

From Your Ears…

One of the quickest ways to spruce up an old outfit, or make something feel fresh and fun again is to throw on some new jewelry.

A few years ago, it was long, opera length necklaces. Those seem to have made their way out and the new trend du jour is earrings.

Some are bling-y, many have fringe, some have beading. All have bright colors and might be bigger than you’re used to wearing. Don’t stress – try them on and have some fun! These are sure to bring a smile to your face when you check yourself in the mirror on your way out the door:

…All The Way To Your Toes

Sandals. You can’t get through summer without them.

I don’t know about you, but when I’m on the search for sandals I want beach walking comfort combined with style. I know, I know, I really do want it all in life!

Sometimes it’s a struggle, but this year I’ve seen this combination everywhere! With a range of styles at a range of prices, it’ll be easy to find a pair that are perfect for you:

To Top It All Off

 Whether fierce and under fifty, or fierce and beyond fifty (or even way beyond) the reality is that none of us are as young as we used to be.

Another reality is, it’s never too early (or to late!) to take care of your skin. I’ve preached the value of sunscreen before (here’s a link to my personal favorite) but I do love a good straw hat in the summertime. It’s sun protection that is adorable. And as an added bonus, a fashionable and summery hat is amazing camouflage on a bad hair day.

At this point, my closet is well stocked with darling summer hats, but if you’re looking for something new let me suggest these classic styles:

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DIY Flower Arrangements for Mother’s Day

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If the Mother’s Day Gift Guide or the Mother’s Day Pistachio Bundt cake didn’t tip you off, Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12th. Yes. This weekend. You’ve still got time to Amazon Prime her a copy of my latest book, but why stop there?

Wouldn’t it make your mother feel special if you arrived with a DIY flower arrangement in hand in addition to a little gift, a few hugs, and a card? (Seriously, Fierce friends, don’t forget the card!)

Nod your head. The answer is yes. Though some of you may be saying, “Yes. But how?”

Good news, friends. You’re in the right place.

In addition to my wildly popular blog on DIY flower arrangements, my lovely daughter in law recently attended a flower arranging class with some girlfriends.  Naturally, I picked her brain about all that she learned! She took copious notes. And lots of pictures!

Here she is. Isn’t she adorable? As a side note, she is a mom herself, mother to two of my adorable and terribly advanced grandarlings.  This last part is my opinion but is, I assure you, utterly unbiased.

Daughters-in-law and mothers-in-law share a unique and special relationship. I have been blessed with THREE! Since I never had a daughter of my own (even though the doctor assured me my third son was a girl), I am delighted to have these wonderful young women in my life. What makes it even better is that we share so many similar and decidedly girly interests – cooking, sewing, reading, art, fashion, and flowers among them.  Small wonder that I refer to them as my daughters-in-love. I really do love them like my own.

As I said, the daughter and mother in law relationship is very special but sometimes it can be a little complicated. If you’re feeling the need to get a better handle on how to be a good mother in law, I wrote a post for that. You can save the flower post for later and head on over to the land of mother in law wisdom. 

If you are still on board with the flower arranging, let’s jump right in.

Prep

Choose flowers that you love in palettes that you love. If you can, hit up your local florist for discount flowers on weekends (apparently this is a thing! That’s what my DIL told me.) or even incorporate flowers from your backyard with some grocery store stems.

Cut each stem at an angle to maximize the surface area they can soak up water.

Trim all foliage off, since an excess of leaves makes the water dirty.

Choose a vase that will work well with your vision. Low, dense arrangements are definitely having a moment right now.

Cut a piece of fancy florist ribbon to wrap around the inside of your vase if you are using a clear glass vase. This stuff comes in all sorts of colors, resembling tropical leaves or simple birchwood and it hides the less than lovely stems all jammed beneath the surface. Another helpful tidbit is that you can re-use your ribbon! How cool is that?

Elements

A general rule of thumb is to place things in groups of threes. This results in a classic, well-balanced look that everyone loves. But don’t be afraid to bend or even break that rule of three.

There’s nothing wrong with trying a more abstract, bespoke style for your arrangement. Consider grouping flowers as you’d find them in a garden, placing a larger and showier blooms on one side of the arrangement or adding some unexpected design features. These more romantic arrangements are great examples of why balance and symmetry aren’t always the answer.

Here’s a couple of examples.

In this one, a monochromatic color palette is really punctuated by a succulent. And who doesn’t love a succulent? Apparently they can last for about 6 months if properly cared for so you can just keep reusing them. Genius! (I feel a blog post about a succulent door wreath coming on – stay tuned). 

This arrangement pictured below was made from a combination of grocery store stems and the daughter in love’s own flowers. Irises add a bold structural element and the whimsical wisteria vine up top makes my heart sing. Wondering what the tiny yellow flowers are? They are broccoli flowers. Because, why not?

Here’s some helpful tips to get you started on flower arranging.

Foundation: Start every bouquet with a foundational piece that offers a little structure and framework. Flowers like hydrangeas are good for sticking other flowers into and holding them in place. Hydrangeas come in all sorts of colors so this is a no-brainer step. Another flower that works well for this is spider mums. For the hydrangea, eyeball where to cut the stem. The lofty bloom should float right at the top of the vase without the stem touching the bottom.

Now, I’ve always used green florist foam to do this, also called wet foam. But my DIL’s teacher said that foam can inhibit the flowers ability to absorb water. She suggested using florist tape arranged in a grid on top of the container to create a structure for decorating. That seems like a great idea to me.

Flair: Now for the fun part! This is the time to go for those flowers that just make your heart happy. Look for pops of color, interesting textures, and lovely fragrances. If you are using roses, pull off the protective outer layers off. These “guard petals” are there as a buffer and aren’t as pretty as the inner petals. When using tulips, pull the lower foliage off and just leave a leaf or two in place. Again, too much foliage dirties up the water, meaning short-lived and sad-looking flowers.

Just for fun: Try adding a succulent to the mix or weaving in an aromatic jasmine vine or deflexus to give it a little depth and delicacy. Knockout roses from your own garden or even herbs like basil or lavender can add such a fun element to a bouquet. Not that the flowers need any help smelling amazing, but you get the idea.

See the jasmine peaking out from under the big yellow tulips?

Care

Since we’re going to all of this trouble, let’s make these blooms last!

Fill your vase up with warm water to encourage growth. Your flowers might start really tightly balled up (peonies are known for this!), so this helps with that.
Change the water frequently, at least once a day. Nothing will ruin your bouquet like dirty water.
Use one of the flower food packets that comes with the flowers at the store for the first day. This will help them continue to open up. If you don’t have one of those handy little plant food packets, all of the old wives tales probably hold a little ruth – lemon, a drop of bleach, sprite, or vodka, a penny, or just a little sugar.
Be careful where you keep your bouquet. If it’s near direct sunlight or a fruit bowl, it won’t last as long (the gas emitted from the fruit as it ripens is the enemy for your arrangement).
As the days go on, pull out wilted flowers. They will have a negative affect on their friends. Feel free to even add new blooms or rearrange. You are not stuck with your design for the whole time.

See? Super easy.

This isn’t about skipping the florist and saving money, it’s about making something with your two hands for your mom. A one of a kind gift with her favorite colors and favorite flowers, perhaps even blooms from her own garden.

No matter what, make her feel special on Mother’s Day. And don’t forget a card!

The post DIY Flower Arrangements for Mother’s Day appeared first on Fierce Beyond 50.

Mother’s Day Dessert Idea: Citrus-Scented Pistachio Chocolate Chunk Cake

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My mom has always had a sweet tooth. I luckily inherited this trait from her, among many other things, like my curls, my gait, my love of storytelling, my resourcefulness, my love of crafting. So many good things. I’m so thankful and am extremely excited to be taking her on a camping adventure soon, one of my goals that I’ve been working toward this year.

Many of us cook for our moms for Mother’s Day, or we end up handling most of the meal with a few helping hands. No matter what, a Mother’s Day table should be graceful, feminine, pretty, delicious, and full of the familiar laughter of our closest family and friends.

I tend to think of Mother’s Day as a great brunch opportunity. Bring in the quiche, the green chile egg casserole, the healthy corn frittata, the sparkling peach Bellinis.  Roll out the pressed linens, the fresh flowers, and tablescape decorations and make it an experience instead of just a meal. This is the perfect time to go the extra mile to make something extra special and to bestow upon the meal a sense of occasion that leaves guests feeling loved.

I’ve been on a bit of a pistachio kick (hello, pistachio ice cream!), so when I saw a recent recipe for a citrus, pistachio and chocolate chunk bundt cake, I knew I had to try it. I ended up changing the recipe quite a bit, so this is what I came up with. I can’t even tell you how good this smelled, or how good the batter tasted (shhhh), or how it got better day by day. A leftover slice with a cup of coffee in the morning might not be the smartest Weight Watchers choice but oh, did it bring me joy.

Here’s the recipe. It definitely has an Italian flare, and since I think I might have been Sophia Loren in another life, this really hit the spot. Ciao Bella!

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Mother’s Day Dessert Idea: Citrus-Scented Pistachio Chocolate Chunk Cake




Author: Marie Bostwick

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 60

Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Yield: 12 slices







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Description

Serve with Peach Bellinis and fresh fruit. Would look pretty all dressed up with some fresh flowers arranged on the cake plate.

Ingredients

Butter to grease the Bundt pan (I used a combo of olive oil and butter here, followed by a bit of flour to coat)

2 cup white sugar

Finely grated zest from 2 oranges

Finely grated zest from 2 lemons

1 cup good quality olive oil

4 tablespoons dry white wine

2 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese

4 eggs

4 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon fine sea or table salt

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3 cups  all-purpose flour

1 1/2 cups mini-chocolate chips or chopped semi-sweet chocolate

1 cup pistachios, shelled and chopped up tiny

Instructions

Heat oven to 350°F. Butter the nonstick Bundt and dust with flour.

Place sugar in a large bowl, add zest. Stir with a whisk and inhale the delightful citrusy aromatherapy. Apparently it gives you energy.

Whisk in olive oil, wine, ricotta and eggs.

In a separate bowl, mix dry ingredients together. Slowly stir in dry ingredients into the wet and stir until just combined. Fold in chocolate and pistachios.

Scrape batter into the Bundt pan. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean when inserted. Let cool on rack for 20 minutes in pan, then hold your breath, say a prayer, and turn over, lifting the Bundt pan away from your masterpiece. Pat yourself on the back. That was the hard part.

Dust the top with powdered sugar. Pretend it’s fairy dust.

Slice and serve and send the leftovers home with your family and friends. This cake is great the first day and even better the second and third, as long as you keep it wrapped tightly with plastic wrap at room temperature.

Category: cakes

Keywords: pistachio, bundt cake, brunch

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide: Experienced Mom Edition

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As I told you back in January, every year I spend a lot of time thinking through and writing down my goals for the coming year.

This year, one of my highest priority goals, involves my mom.

When I was a kid, she would come home from work on Friday, we’d load up the car with tents, sleeping bags, a cookstove, and the dog, and drive to one of many state parks. We usually arrived after dark and had to set up the tent by flashlight.  Since we were residents of the Pacific Northwest, we frequently found ourselves trying to build campfires with wet wood and or spending the weekend playing cards inside the tent as water dripped from the rainfly.

But rain or shine, off we went. And rain or shine, we always had a great time. Many of my very best memories with my mom were made on those camping trips. My mom’s enthusiasm for camping and love of the great outdoors was infectious, a love she passed on to me.

My mom is 86 now. She’s still completely amazing, basically a force of nature, and still loves spending time in nature.

But sleeping on the ground isn’t really an option for her anymore. At this point, Crawling out of a tent in the middle of the night and walking through the wood with a flashlight in search of the pit toilet isn’t really a good idea either.

Still, when I asked my mom what she would most like to do and where she would most like to do if she could have anything she wanted, her answer was, “Camping. Doesn’t matter where, I just wish I could go camping again.”

This year, I decided to make it happen.

I got onto Outdoorsy, a site with listings of RVs for rent directly from the private owners, and found the perfect trailer for me and my mom – a 19 foot long Airstream. It’s cute, it’s classy, and the owner is willing to deliver it to our campsite.

When I called Mom to let her know about her present and that our camping trip is booked for the end of May, she was thrilled.  I don’t think I’ve heard her sound this excited for a long time.

Yes, I could have given my mom flowers, or candy, or another pair of earrings this Mother’s Day and I know she would have appreciated it. But I’m so delighted to be giving her what she really wants – an experience – and to give her the gift that she gave me all those years ago, a chance to make memories.

I won’t kid you – renting this trailer so I can take my mom camping isn’t going to be cheap. But the older I get, the more I appreciate giving and getting the gift of experience.

At this point, I have all the stuff I could ever want or need and then some.  In fact, I’ve spent a whole lot of time and energy over the last few years downsizing and divesting myself of stuff. I really don’t want any more. (Well, apart from books and fabric. And possibly a HandiQuilter Sweet 16)

But experiences are different. I want to collect as many of them as I can, for as long as I can. Most Moms I know feel the same way.  We want less stuff and more experiences. Less things that catch dust and more chances to make memories.

This Mother’s Day, instead of giving stuff, why not give the gift of an experience?  I’ve got experiential gift ideas for every type of Mom, including you.

(Feel free to print out the list and accidentally leave it lying face up in a location where your family might accidentally-for-sure happen to see it. Never hurts to hint.)

FOR THE CREATIVE AND CURIOUS MOM

If your mom likes to sew, or knit, or paint, or write, or take photographs, or bust a move – or even just thinks she might want to try any or all of those things – consider giving her a subscription to MyBluprint.com.

A 3-month subscription is just $22.99. An entire year of access to thousands of high quality instructional classes on Bluprint is only $79!

All subscriptions include unlimited access to video tutorials and classes from over 600 experts and does NOT automatically renew! And just for Mother’s Day, Bluprint is throwing a free bouquet from Bouqs.com! (Delivery charge for the bouquet isn’t included.)

Flowers and unlimited crafting? Yes, please!

 

FOR THE LUXURY LOVING MOM

You know where you can never, ever have a bad day? At a spa.

Spafinder offers spa information and reviews as well as giftcards that can be used at spa and salons across the country.  This is a gift that will cement your position as Mom’s favorite child.

 

FOR THE BOOKISH MOM

As I said before, books and fabric are two things I am still happy to collect. If your mom feels the same way, may I be so bold as to suggest a copy of my latest book, Hope on the Inside?  It’s a heartwarming tale of a mom at crossroads of her life, whose optimism and courageous choices in the midst of crisis inspire everyone around her, including her grown up daughter.

Another great option for your book loving Mom is a subscription to Audible.  Subscriptions are about $15 a month and include one credit for any title, plus two Audible Originals per month.

FOR THE MOVIE LOVING MOM

MoviePass is a great gift and a pretty sweet deal! For as little as $9.95 a month, your mom can see a movie every day of the month, at theaters across the country.  The pass also includes access to a huge library of online movies with unlimited viewing. (Popcorn not included.)

 

 

FOR THE ATHLETIC MOM

Does your mom love to go for the burn? Consider a package of classes at a specialized fitness studio, such as Barre3. Or let her sample the full fitness smogasborg with a ClassPass. For as little as $29 a month, Mom can drop into a variety of classes – from Pilates, to Yoga, to Zumba – at studios across the country.

Also, remember that you can Gift Any Bluprint Class for the health-minded Mom – Yoga, Tai Chi, Kettleball, Bootcamp, you name it! (You know, when Craftsy became BluPrint, I wasn’t sure I was going to like it. Now I’m convinced it’s basically the best thing on the Internet. All the craft classes I loved are still there but now they offer SO much more!)

 

FOR THE OUTDOORSY MOM

If your Mom loves the Great Outdoors like mine does, consider getting her an America the Beautiful Pass. This pass will give her entrance into National Parks and Federal Recreation Areas across the country. An annual pass is $80 for adults and just $20 for seniors.  A lifetime senior pass is only $80.

 

 

FOR THE MOM WHO LOVES TO COOK

About twenty years ago, I had the opportunity to take several weeks of cooking classes from real chefs.  It was an amazing experience. I loved every moment of it. Taking a hands-on, face-to-face cooking class is a gift any culinary-minded Mom would love.

A gift certificate to SurLaTable will give your Mom access to one of the many cooking classes offered at SurLaTable every month.

If there’s no SurLaTable in your area, Bluprint comes to the rescue again!  A subscription to Bluprint will give Mom access to dozens of professional chefs sharing online cooking and baking techniques and tips for every imaginable type of cuisine.

 

 

FOR THE MOM WHO LOVES TO TRAVEL

This one is definitely a splurge but oh, how I would love to receive a 15, 30, or 45 day pass to see America by rail!

Amtrak’s USA Rail passes start at $459 per adult and include 8 travel segments. Doesn’t that sound like fun? Especially if Mom’s travels include a trip to see you, her favorite child.

 

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What to Read Right Now

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One of the main questions I hear as a writer from my readers is what books I’m reading right now. It’s sort of like they think I should be an expert in this sort of thing, just because I am in the business!

While I don’t think of myself as some fancy book critic, I will say I am a total reading enthusiast and usually have several books going at once.

I try to find a balance between fiction and non-fiction, books that stretch my imagination, books that simply make me sigh out of happiness at the end, books that teach me something new, or books that open doors to whole new worlds that I’ve never thought about before.

I know it sounds like I’m trying to confuse my brain, but trust me, it works for this girl. It works wonders.

In my newsletter I send out to my reader fans, the favorite part is always “On My Nightstand,” where I highlight the many things I’m reading at the moment. I’m always happy to share titles that my readers might enjoy and I also love supporting my fellow authors.

What I’m Loving Right Now

Even when I’m on the road, I take time for myself, even if its just for 15 minutes. And it’s usually in the form of an amazing, makes-me-look-alive-again face mask, a bubble bath, and a good book.

Whether you are looking for a new pick for your book club or or if you are trying to deliver on your promise this year to make time to read more books, here are a few titles you can’t miss!

The Oysterville Sewing Circle by Susan Wiggs

I’m lucky enough to be reading a pre-order of this one! It’s actually available this coming August.

I haven’t been able to put it down!

Here’s what Amazon has to say about it.

At the break of dawn, Caroline Shelby rolls into Oysterville, Washington, a tiny hamlet at the edge of the raging Pacific.

She’s come home.

Home to a place she thought she’d left forever, home of her heart and memories, but not her future. Ten years ago, Caroline launched a career in the glamorous fashion world of Manhattan. But her success in New York imploded on a wave of scandal and tragedy, forcing her to flee to the only safe place she knows.

And in the backseat of Caroline’s car are two children who were orphaned in a single chilling moment—five-year-old Addie and six-year-old Flick. She’s now their legal guardian—a role she’s not sure she’s ready for.

But the Oysterville she left behind has changed. Her siblings have their own complicated lives and her aging parents are hoping to pass on their thriving seafood restaurant to the next generation. And there’s Will Jensen, a decorated Navy SEAL who’s also returned home after being wounded overseas. Will and Caroline were forever friends as children, with the promise of something more . . . until he fell in love with Sierra, Caroline’s best friend and the most beautiful girl in town. With her modeling jobs drying up, Sierra, too, is on the cusp of reinventing herself.

Caroline returns to her favorite place: the sewing shop owned by Mrs. Lindy Bloom, the woman who inspired her and taught her to sew. There she discovers that even in an idyllic beach town, there are women living with the deepest of secrets. Thus begins the Oysterville Sewing Circle—where women can join forces to support each other through the troubles they keep hidden.

Yet just as Caroline regains her creativity and fighting spirit, and the children begin to heal from their loss, an unexpected challenge tests her courage and her heart. This time, though, Caroline is not going to run away. She’s going to stand and fight for everything—and everyone—she loves.

A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail by Bill Bryson

This is the perfect book to read in the spring, when the winter has harnessed you in for months and your very being is just begging to go outside and be in awe of nature at its finest!

Bring it on your next camping trip. If you aren’t into that sort of thing, you might just want to try it out after reading this book. (Don’t let the bear on the cover scare you!)

Back in America after twenty years in Britain, Bill Bryson decided to reacquaint himself with his native country by walking the 2,100-mile Appalachian Trail, which stretches from Georgia to Maine. The AT offers an astonishing landscape of silent forests and sparkling lakes—and to a writer with the comic genius of Bill Bryson, it also provides endless opportunities to witness the majestic silliness of his fellow human beings.

For a start there’s the gloriously out-of-shape Stephen Katz, a buddy from Iowa along for the walk. Despite Katz’s overwhelming desire to find cozy restaurants, he and Bryson eventually settle into their stride, and while on the trail they meet a bizarre assortment of hilarious characters. But A Walk in the Woods is more than just a laugh-out-loud hike. Bryson’s acute eye is a wise witness to this beautiful but fragile trail, and as he tells its fascinating history, he makes a moving plea for the conservation of America’s last great wilderness. An adventure, a comedy, and a celebration, A Walk in the Woods has become a modern classic of travel literature.

Behold the Dreamers by Imbolo Mbue

This is a book that really made me think and consider my own roots as an immigrant. It took me by surprise, especially the ending which was not at all what I was expecting it to be.

Jende Jonga, a Cameroonian immigrant living in Harlem, has come to the United States to provide a better life for himself, his wife, Neni, and their six-year-old son. In the fall of 2007, Jende can hardly believe his luck when he lands a job as a chauffeur for Clark Edwards, a senior executive at Lehman Brothers. Clark demands punctuality, discretion, and loyalty—and Jende is eager to please. Clark’s wife, Cindy, even offers Neni temporary work at the Edwardses’ summer home in the Hamptons. With these opportunities, Jende and Neni can at last gain a foothold in America and imagine a brighter future.

However, the world of great power and privilege conceals troubling secrets, and soon Jende and Neni notice cracks in their employers’ façades.

When the financial world is rocked by the collapse of Lehman Brothers, the Jongas are desperate to keep Jende’s job—even as their marriage threatens to fall apart. As all four lives are dramatically upended, Jende and Neni are forced to make an impossible choice.

Where The Crawdads Sang by Delia Owens

This is the book that everyone is reading and everyone is talking about. It’s easy to see why. If you haven’t read it, you simply must!

For years, rumors of the “Marsh Girl” have haunted Barkley Cove, a quiet town on the North Carolina coast. So in late 1969, when handsome Chase Andrews is found dead, the locals immediately suspect Kya Clark, the so-called Marsh Girl. But Kya is not what they say. Sensitive and intelligent, she has survived for years alone in the marsh that she calls home, finding friends in the gulls and lessons in the sand. Then the time comes when she yearns to be touched and loved. When two young men from town become intrigued by her wild beauty, Kya opens herself to a new life–until the unthinkable happens.

Perfect for fans of Barbara Kingsolver and Karen Russell, Where the Crawdads Sing is at once an exquisite ode to the natural world, a heartbreaking coming-of-age story, and a surprising tale of possible murder. Owens reminds us that we are forever shaped by the children we once were, and that we are all subject to the beautiful and violent secrets that nature keeps.

Have you already made it through these posts? Check out my reading list from last Fall, my favorite biographies, some stellar autobiographies, or my favorite summer reads for more ideas!

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Roasted Radishes with Feta Mint Sauce from My New Favorite Cookbook

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Someone recently wrote to ask an important question, “Marie, what’s your very favorite cookbook?”

Answer: “Whichever one I just bought.”

When I buy a new cookbook, I immediately race into the kitchen and start rattling those pots and pans, eager to try out those fabulous new recipes.  Every now and again, I end up being disappointed but usually not. As an experienced cookbook buyer (and experienced cook) a few minutes spent perusing the page is usually enough to tell me whether the recipes will end up tasting as good as the pictures make them look.

Like a lot of people, I do look for recipes online. When it’s five o’clock and I’m staring into the refrigerator and wondering how I can turn a particular ingredient into dinner, online recipes can be lifesavers.  But, at the end of the day, I still love a big, beautiful cookbook with pretty pictures and pages I can touch, feel, flip through, and scribble notes in.

I also tend to drip a lot of stuff on those pages while I’m cooking. That’s a big clue as to how much I liked a particular cookbook. The more drips and spills, the more I’ve used it, and the more I’ve loved it.

Earlier this month, while participating in a charity author luncheon during my Hope on the Inside book tour, I met Alana Chernila, a cookbook author. I’d been drooling over her gorgeous cookbooks even before I met her and absolutely knew I had to have one but hearing her speech and chatting with her really cemented the deal. She’s delightful!

Alana has written three cookbooks so far. Honestly, I’d have loved to get them all. But since my suitcase was pretty full, I could only bring home one. I went with her newest, Eating From the Ground Up: Recipes for Simple, Perfect Vegetables.

I chose this book because I think vegetables are too often overlooked in cookbooks and, indeed, on dinner plates.

Vegetables tend to be relegated to the status of “sides”, which is another way of calling them a culinary afterthought, playing a very distant third fiddle to what are usually considered the stars of the meal – entrees and dessert.  That’s such a shame because vegetables are not only good for us, they’re just plain good!

But I’m not sure I knew how truly, amazingly, mouth-wateringly good vegetables could be until I bought this cookbook!

It is fabulous and I’m simply obsessed with it! Not unpredictably, my copy of Eating From the Ground Up: Recipes for Simple, Perfect Vegetables is now my favorite cookbook. I have a feeling it will stay in that top spot for a very long time.

The recipes are terrific and the pictures of inspiring, but I also appreciated the little commentaries and essays that are included with each recipes. Alana Chernila is an excellent writer as well as an excellent chef. I enjoyed her conversational writing style and getting to know more about the background behind the creation of each recipe.

So far, I’ve made….

Roasted Asparagus with Yummy Sauce (she wasn’t lying about the sauce. Yummy!)

Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Crispy Shallots and Pecans,

Swiss Chard Stem, Fennel, and Salmon Fried Rice,

Cauliflower Cheese,

Napa Coleslaw with Pecans and Peas

Every one was a winner. But even more exciting is the fact that I’ve only scratched the surface. There are SO many more recipes I want to try here!

Today I want to share a recipe that really intrigued me, starring the humble radish.

I don’t know about you, but I’ve never had many ideas about what you could do with a radish. Sure, you can slice it up and put it in a salad, or maybe spread a little butter if you’re feeling all fancy and French. But…apart from that, what else is there?

Plenty, as it turns out.

Did you ever consider roasting radishes? Neither did I. But after making Roasted Radishes with Feta Mint Sauce, I know that radish roasting will be a frequent addition to my culinary repertoire.

Radishes have a whole different flavor when they’re roasted. They’re much less sharp cooked. The taste is rich, mellow, and even a tiny bit sweet. The mint feta sauce is really a refreshing compliment to the radishes. On top of that, they are beautiful to look at! Put a plate of these in front of your dinner guests and people are going to sit up and take notice. Not bad for a humble “side”.

Here’s the recipe.

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 Roasted Radishes with Feta-Mint Sauce




Author: Marie Bostwick

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 40 minutes

Yield: Serves 4







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Description

Recipe is reprinted from “Eating from the Ground Up: Recipes for Simple, Perfect Vegetables.” © 2018 by Alana Chernila. Photographs © 2017 by Johnny Autry. Published by Clarkson Potter/Publishers, an imprint of Penguin Random House, LLC.

“Roasted radishes are surprising — they get very juicy in the middle and sweet on the outside. Cooking radishes brings out an entirely different side of the vegetable, much mellower than the punchy bite of a raw radish. This is wonderful with standard cherry belles or French breakfast radishes, but it’s also a great way to work with mixed bunches of all different colors. Amethyst, a bright purple variety, is especially beautiful roasted. This recipe makes more sauce than you need, but you’ll be happy for the extra. Use it as a salad dressing, on other roasted vegetables or on grilled beef or lamb.”

Ingredients

1½ tablespoons olive oil

3 bunches radishes (about 1½ pounds), greens removed, halved lengthwise

¾ teaspoon kosher salt

Sauce:

6 ounces cubed or crumbled feta

¼ cup olive oil

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

½ cup (packed) fresh mint leaves

Freshly ground black pepper

Chicken or vegetable stock or water

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425 F.
Roast the radishes: Pour the oil onto a rimmed baking sheet, tilting the sheet to spread it evenly. Place the radishes in the oil, turning to coat them, and then arrange each radish, cut-side down, on the sheet. Sprinkle with salt. Roast until the radishes are deeply golden on the cut side, 25 to 30 minutes.
While the radishes roast, make the sauce: Combine the feta, olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, mint and several grinds of pepper in a blender. Blend until smooth, adding up to 3 tablespoons stock to make the sauce pourable.
To serve, puddle the sauce on a platter or four individual plates. Top with the radishes.

Category: spring sidesMethod: roasting

Keywords: healthy sides, spring vegetables, weight watchers freestyle

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A Holy Week Playlist

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I listen music almost all the time; when I’m working, when I’m running or biking,

when I’m sewing, and definitely when I’m cooking. Making dinner after a day of

mentally wrestling with characters and plots absolutely requires a peppy playlist. And

possibly a few equally peppy dance moves? It’s been known to happen.

My musical tastes are wide and varied. I like Gilbert and Sullivan, Rogers and

Hammerstein. I also like Yo-Yo Ma and Mozart. And the Beach Boys. And Queen.

You’ll find a lot of Christian contemporary music on my Spotify playlist as well.

That’s something I tune into often when I’m working out. Those joyous, hopeful

lyrics lift my spirit as well as my feet.

Holy Week

This is Holy Week. A time when Christians around the globe pause to reflect on the

persecution, death, sacrifice, and salvation of Jesus. Then turn their minds and hearts

toward the celebration of His resurrection and the evidence and import of the empty

tomb.

For followers of Christ, this is the most important week in the entire church

calendar, even bigger than Christmas. People from different Christian traditions

mark this week in different ways. Some will participate in services several times

leading up to Easter Sunday, attending church on Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday,

Holy Friday, and Easter Vigil.

I will be attending Holy Friday services at my church this week as well as the Easter

Sunday celebration. But I’m also making Holy Week a time for personal reflection

and renewal by listening to music that reminds me of why Easter matters.

Music For Your Soul

This week my playlist is filled with music that turns my thoughts to the passion and

the promise. The mind-bending, soul expanding love that is the life, death, and

resurrection of Christ. This music summons up so many deep emotions for me. As

I’ve listened, sometimes my eyes have sometimes welled, sometimes my heart has

leapt for joy.

But more than anything, my soul has burned with a deep, abiding gratitude for a

priceless gift so utterly undeserved.

How deep the Father’s love for us.

How vast beyond all measure.

That He should send His only son,

To make a wretch His treasure.

The lyrics to this lovely old hymn, as well as many more contemporary ones, have

filled my ears and resonated in my heart this Holy Week. It’s been a beautiful

experience, one I wanted to share with you, Fierce Friends.

Here it is, my Holy Week playlist.

How Deep The Father’s Love for Us – Chelsea Moon and Uncle Daddy

This is Amazing Grace – Phil Wickham

Be Thou My Vision – Audrey Assad

Death Was Arrested – Laura Story

Glorious Day – Kristian Stanfill

Scandal of Grace – Shane & Shane

Reckless Love – Cory Asbury

King of the World – Natalie Grant

Out of Hiding – Tye Tibbet, Lena Byrd-Miles

You Say – Lauren Daigle

I Shall Not Want – Audrey Assad

Jesus Is Alive – Fellowship Creative

Because He Lives – Matt Maher

The Lion and The Lamb – Big Daddy Weave

 

Happy Easter, my friends.

May your week be filled with beautiful music and blessed by soul-expanding joy.

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