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Open to Change by Eating Seasonally

Julie Grunklee May 19, 2020 2 Comments

May’s theme is all about being open. Flowers are opening up, on Mother’s Day we were reminded of how Mary’s openness to God let him change not only her world, but the entire world – forever! Participants of the 6-week Pray. Eat. Move. Transforming YOU! Program are in week 4 and it’s all about Eating Well. So I thought it would be a good time to share about how easy it is to be open to changing our food choices by eating seasonally. Some of you may still be wondering why I don’t offer a ‘1.2.3. just eat this’ or

Gluten Free Bread & the Gluten Free Craze

Julie Grunklee January 6, 2020 No Comments

My daughter, Amanda, works at Hansen’s Dairy in Cedar Falls. She said a regular customer came in asking if they carried any gluten-free bread. She replied that they do not carry any, but I had a recipe for the best gluten-free bread she’s ever had. Growing up with me as a mom, she had the opportunity to try several kinds!) I told Amanda I’d share the recipe on my website to make it easy for anyone to access. Now, I admit, there is a gluten-free craze going on as well as a dairy, egg, nightshade, lectin, meat, sugar-free, etc., too. Yes,

Gaudete Sunday-Rejoicing in Holiday Food Choices

Julie Grunklee December 16, 2019 No Comments

(Hint: It’s not sugar) I seem to do it every year. Sometimes more than once a year. And usually this time of year. You’d think after a decade, I’d just not do it. But, I’m human. And sugar is soooooo addictive. Yep, you heard me right-addictive. Just like alcohol, nicotine and meth. There are some studies that suggest sugar is just as or even more addictive than cocaine. While I can’t attest to the nicotine, meth or cocaine, I do have experience in breaking the glass of wine (or 2) every evening habit. And the sugar lesson….. Let’s just say

Heaven on Earth-Delightful Iowa Sunsets

Julie Grunklee November 11, 2019 No Comments

Spotting the orange out the kitchen window, I swiped my phone off the counter and bolted for the backdoor. Then it happened. Tears welled up in my eyes as my heart opened to receive the overwhelming JOY God was showering on me. The sky was this amazing, awesome pinkish, orange set against contrasting blues and dark grays. And God placed me here, blessing me with his beauty. A glimpse of heaven, right here, right now in this rural Iowa sunset. I’m not always a huge fan of Iowa weather, especially the bitter cold and snow in the winter. As a

Saints, Souls and Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Julie Grunklee November 1, 2019 No Comments

Wow! It’s November 1st already! Here in Grundy County, Iowa we’ve had our 1st snowfall and Christians across the globe are celebrating All Saints Day, All Souls Day and the Day of the Dead. The garden is all but done. All reminders that life is full of seasons, each one having its own beauty, its own significance, its own way to to pray often, eat well & move more. Growing up, these church holidays were always marked with extra church services and a chance to learn more about the saints–especially a favorite or patron saint. Mine is St. Ann, Mary’s

Switching up Cucumber Salad with Sour Cream

Julie Grunklee August 9, 2019 No Comments

It’s that time of year. Gardens are abundant with cucumbers, zucchini, green beans and soon-tomatoes. People are always asking me what I do with these vegetables to break up the monotony and not eat the same thing day after day. I’m one of those cooks who rarely follows a recipe anymore–taking my dad’s advice to dump, add, mix & pour. I’ve taken this approach as I write the recipe for our local dairy’s e-Moosletter. The results are usually pretty good, and even though I can’t personally taste test it (dairy doesn’t agree with me), my husband loves being the guinea

Announcing Spring: Change is Coming

Julie Grunklee March 27, 2019 No Comments

Spring Cantatas and Apple Tree Memories Over the last few days, I’ve noticed God is announcing Spring with resounding trumpets. The beautiful songs of the red-winged black birds, robins and mourning doves are gracing my mornings with their melodies. It’s a welcome change, announcing more changes are coming. The days are getting longer and warmer, the snow is melting, and our gravel road is as muddy and rutty as any in the developing countries I’ve been in. The seasons are changing. We’re getting ready to embrace new life in both the earth as well as spiritually during lent. Yes, Spring

Rainbows of God’s Goodness

Julie Grunklee February 12, 2019 2 Comments

I was hoping for more blankets of sunshine or at the very least sundogs, but we’ve had ice and thick blankets of snow instead. As I’m writing, the wind is creating whipped cream-like drifts out of the 9+ inches of snow we received over the last few days. A good day to think about wrapping ourselves in God’s goodness-like rainbows.

Staying Warm with Blankets and Rosemarried Carrots & Peas

Julie Grunklee February 1, 2019 No Comments

Blanket of Snow Welcome to Winter in Iowa! Across the state we’ve got blankets of snow & ice, as the temps have stayed well below zero. I don’t mind a snow day every now and again. It’s like permission to

Seasonal Roots

Julie Grunklee December 6, 2018 No Comments

Eating seasonally lends to many rich flavors. Throughout fall and winter, root vegetables like parsnips and carrots find their way to our table regularly–as does bacon. Moving into Advent also brings to mind other roots that run deep, namely faith and family.

Julie Grunklee

Recipes

Open to Change by Eating Seasonally

Gluten Free Bread & the Gluten Free Craze

Gaudete Sunday-Rejoicing in Holiday Food Choices

Heaven on Earth-Delightful Iowa Sunsets

Saints, Souls and Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Switching up Cucumber Salad with Sour Cream

Announcing Spring: Change is Coming

Rainbows of God’s Goodness

Staying Warm with Blankets and Rosemarried Carrots & Peas

Seasonal Roots

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