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Pastor Mike, Dad, Pa, . . . whatever you call him shows the relationship that you have with him.  Over the years, Pa has carried out the mission that Christ gave him when he first called him to the ministry, “Tell them that I love them.”  As a result, he’s been instrumental in helping to heal people through God’s love, but the ministry that has probably given him the most return on his love investment has been his family.

Mike and Sarah have been married for more than 50 years now and raised two sons, Christopher and Jeremiah.  Later in life, they adopted their third son, Lee, and all three boys are now guiding their families in the Christian faith.  Since retiring from pastoring a church, these blogs are the result of Pa and the family he’s created in his current ministry wanting to share our life with others in hopes that they will serve Christ as well.

If you want to understand our thoughts behind a blog, get to know the author more, or you’d just rather listen to us, join us on YouTube where we read our blogs, then discuss them with another member of the family, usually Pa.  Trials and Triumphs is also on YouTube.

We also share daily Bible verses on YouTube that are available through phone calls if you contact us.  These daily verses, and the original commentary, are shared by each member of our farm family from the youngest child to the eldest leader.  We pray that the thoughts and prayers that go into preparing these verses and blogs touch you with God’s truth and love, and we appreciate feedback and prayer requests.

2-2-2 Gravy

9 Feb, 2022
Print This recipe came to us through Aunt Alisa.  If you ever eat her homemade biscuits and gravy, you’ll probably ask for her gravy recipe (and probably her yeast biscuit recipe).  She’ll reply by saying, “2-2-2.” The last ingredient is 2..... Read More

Chicken Fried Steak

2 Feb, 2022
Print Nana discovered this recipe by accident.  One time when frying, she ran out of all-purpose flour, so she used self-rising flour.  The batter turned out crispy and didn’t seem to fall off.  Now, if she doesn’t have self-rising flour..... Read More

Sweet and Savory Creamy Chicken

26 Jan, 2022
Print The savory and sweet balance that Nana achieves in her Glazed and Grilled Chicken Breasts is continued when she adds this creamy sauce with Dijon mustard and orange marmalade.  She serves this dish over rice or pasta, but her..... Read More

Deviled Eggs

19 Jan, 2022
This is a favored recipe when we have extra eggs from our hens.  Nana will often serve deviled eggs when she is tired of having green salad but wants something light on the side. Print Ingredients 18 eggs 2/3 cup..... Read More

Cream Cheese Pound Cake

12 Jan, 2022
Print This recipe comes from Gigi’s mom and has become a staple dessert now for the third generation.  It is simple and straight forward and often a quick favorite when served, especially with homemade whipped cream and fresh strawberries.  Now..... Read More

Egg Custard Pie

Egg Custard Pie
5 Jan, 2022
Print When we first posted this, we learned that this pie was a nostalgic favorite for many of our Facebook followers.  Apparently many southern moms incorporated egg custard pie into their repertoire of family recipes along with Nana and her..... Read More

Hot Pepper Jam

29 Dec, 2021
Print When using this recipe, Nana uses the less sugar needed SURE-JELL (pink box).  She has taken the recipe from the box, but she has made the instructions easier to follow.  If your sort your peppers by color before you..... Read More

Roasted Butternut

22 Dec, 2021
Print We enjoy this winter squash with other vegetables, in some dishes such as soup, or mashed and added to homemade Alfredo.  Right now, we are sharing a simple way to roast a butternut squash, then you can decide how..... Read More

French Bread Topping

15 Dec, 2021
Print Many years ago, Nana and Pa were at their nephew's wedding, and the groom's sister, a professional caterer, served this recipe at the reception.  Nana, never being one to hesitate to ask for a recipe, promptly started asking questions..... Read More

Microwaved Spaghetti Squash

9 Dec, 2021
Print The kids love this squash, but it may be because it is disguised somewhat.  When served, it resembles noodles.  Nana has even been known to add homemade meatballs to enhance the charade.  Spaghetti squash can also be baked if..... Read More