Blog – Page 63 – Janis Van Keuren

Talking in Circles–Day 11 of 31dbbb

Today’s workshop assignment involved coming up with 10 new post ideas that we could spin off of a previous post. Scribbling circles around my paper, the center of this balloon fest focused on today’s post that I wrote: Prayer–A Gift From God. Looking like a chemistry explanation, the center exploded with ideas for 10 new posts. Because I am not adept at technical stuff (and my kids all disappeared when they heard, “Help me with my blog”), I will … Continue reading →

By Request

Requests for my Mom’s melt-in-your-mouth orange loaf recipe and her moist, rich chocolate cake have been pulsing to me through the electronic chat waves. Just writing these down transported me to my childhood days, rich aromas from the kitchen, family gatherings, basking in the love of those held dear, and learning to cook from one of the best–my Mom. So these are a tribute to you Mom, with thanks and fond memories. Orange Loaf Cakea recipe from Betty Crocker … Continue reading →

The Sweet Taste That Lingers; Day 8 in 31 dbbb

My cousin and I were reminiscing by email about my mother’s delicious baked goods. It is an undisputed fact in our family that my Mom, Aunt Louise, was a great cook She whipped up a delicious chocolate cake that was light and moist, smothered in rich milk chocolate. My cousin was hoping to secure that recipe, now buried somewhere in my pantry–I hope. Our conversation was spurred by my list of gratitudes that she had viewed from a … Continue reading →

Photo Play: Surrounded by Strength

“As the mountains surround Jerusalem,so the Lord surrounds his people both now and forevermore.”Psalm 125: 2 NIV Strong. Majestic. Protecting. The mountains enfold me. They encircle me with peace and comfort. I look up in awe beholding this creation that speaks God’s glory to me. Sturdy. Unmovable. Like a sentinel they guard the city. A reflection of their Creator. This psalm, engraved in concrete, above the doors of the church I attended as a young girl. I never … Continue reading →

Giving Thanks Forever

“O Lord my God, I will give You thanks, forever!” Psalm 30 ends with this proclamation from the depths of the writer’s heart. What gives rise to such overwhelming thanksgiving to the Lord? Does it come from a life where every circumstance and event has turned out as we hoped or expected? This kind of thanksgiving only comes after a period of trial. After the Lord has pulled His child from the pit. After one’s life has been … Continue reading →

Day 5 of 31dbbb–Email One of Your Blog Readers

Hi Everyone, This lesson has been an exhilarating adventure for me because I get to thank those who have left comments on my posts. While I do this anyway, it is more exciting today because of all the new followers who have found my home. It may take me a while to get to all of you, but I will be sending them out throughout the day. Thank you, all, for stopping by for a visit here where I try … Continue reading →

Day 4 of 31 dbbb–Critique Some Blogs In Our Niche

My blog fits the niche of Christian Inspirational. I follow many blogs with the same theme. My top three are:www.aholyexperience.com by Ann Voskampwww.claireburge.com/ by Claire Burgehttp://gettingdownwithjesus.blogspot.com by Jennifer Lee Ann Voskamp’s site features posts that emphasize God in the everyday life, marriage,gratitude, Christian seasons of the year, and grief. It is writen in the first person and she does not have a place to comment. You can email her. Her design is elegant yet strikingly simple. The black background is … Continue reading →