It's a tad late to wish a Happy New Year but I sure hope that it's kicked off good for everyone. Ours kicked off with being so THANKFUL for what God has done and is doing. As I told my family as we were reminiscing over 2024, "There is a lot of 2024 I DO NOT WANT A RE-DO but the Lord has surely taught me so very much. I am truly thankful for each breath, each day, family and close friends. We had our three youngest grands for New Years Eve. We had a great time and the girls enjoyed a little fishing, bonfire with their great-grandfather and roasting marshmallows. Their great-grandfather will be 90 years old next month. As most of you know I do a monthly focus board and this makes my 3rd or 4th year. I've lost count. Only fitting that New Beginnings would be my focus for January. This has been so good for me as it sits on my kitchen counter so I can see it daily. Wonderful way to focus and quote God's Word daily. I felt up to hosting a lunch and movie day with ...
February days are now gone and March has officially kicked in.
We ventured out for a day date which included a movie. I love our day dates. I will give my honest review about the movie for those interested. I wanted to see this movie as it was based on a true story. I did enjoy the movie but oh my, it was a tear jerker from the get go! It ended good but mercy! Let's just say that I am thankful that no one was sitting close enough to see my tear stained face. I am glad that I saw it but I am good for a while on sad movies, even if they do end good!
My oldest daughter, her husband and their son participated in the Spartan race which is a series of obstacle courses that challenge. They done so well. As you can see from the pictures it gets pretty muddy!
My three daughters participate each year in the Gate River Run. I love it that they do this together. They have so much support & encouragement from all the onlookers. I am just amazed at my girls for their outlook on health and they surely work hard.
They always cross the finish line together holding hands!
I made shrimp and cheese grits for Marty & I. I don't know if it was because I haven't had any in a while or what but it sure hit the spot! Using the chicken broth to make the grits instead of water and cooked bacon surely adds so much flavor. Of course Tabasco sauce adds a kick.
I sure hope that March brings many smiles to you all and that you enjoy each day that the Lord gives. Life is surely a blessing.
Hugs and blessings, Cindy
Recipe for Shrimp & Grits
1-2 lbs shrimp I buy the kind that no prep is needed.
1 lb. bacon (I bake in oven) Save the grease that comes from the bacon drippings.
1 stick of butter
3 diced scallions and 2 minced cloves of garlic
2 cups shredded cheese
2 cups of grits and use chicken broth in place of water
Tabasco sauce (opt)
After bacon has cooked & cooled, dice or crumble. Use your leftover grease from bacon to sauté your scallions, garlic and shrimp. This step will not take too long. Depends on size of shrimp. I cooked mine around 5 minutes or so.
Cook your grits (2 cups) according to package using chicken broth instead of water. I use quick grits.
Once your grits are cooked cut off the burner and put one stick of butter in the grits. Stir. Then add your cheese and stir. Add your bacon, shrimp, scallions & garlic with the grease which usually isn't much when baking the bacon in the oven and give it a stir. Marty says it's just enough to give it taste to him but not greasy. I then literally shake Tabasco sauce on top. YUMMY! If you try it let me know what you think! We don't have it often but it's always good!
Your cheese blitzes look fabulous!
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DeleteI LOVE that your girls cross the finish line holding hands. That is so sweet.
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DeleteHappy March Cindy! I love that your girls run the race together and finish holding hands! The shrimp and grits sound very yummy! I always admire your faith and prayers, have a great week!
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DeleteCongrats to your daughter, son-in-law, and grandson for completing the Spartan. Our son has also completed the Spartan challenge. How sweet that your three daughters run together. I love shrimp and grits and thank you for the recipe. Happy Monday, sweet Cindy!
ReplyDeleteThank you Pam.
DeleteThe photo of the lanterns on the porch w/encouraging words is beautiful. Keeping your health in my prayers.
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DeleteHi Cindy! I must admit that I love tear jerkers!! Your family sure is fit, and wow, how tiny your daughter looks between her son and hubby. I can’t believe how tall your grandson is, and so handsome! I must make the shrimp and grits. Thank you for sharing the recipe. I like your new focus board and verse. 🙏🏻
ReplyDeleteEveryone taller than me for sure! LOL! My favorite grandson will soon be 18. Thanks sweet Kitty.
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DeleteThe Spartan Challenge looks and sounds quite tough.
ReplyDeleteSo nice that your girls cross the finish line together holding hands.
I hope you are enjoying your March days.
All the best Jan
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DeleteYour cheese grits sound wonderful, especially with the shrimp! Thanks for the recipe. Congrats to your family and all their sports endeavors. Your daughter looks so cute next to her husband and son.
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DeleteI have to try your recipe. Love the finish. Blessings my friend.
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DeleteSuch wonderful happy pictures. I love seeing your daughter and her hubby and son. She is so tiny and they are so big! LOL. Amazing! And then the picture of your three girls running together and holding hands at the end of the race. That is really special. That food all looks and sounds so good! It's good to hear from you. I am way behind in reading as my computer was down for a while and things have just gotten crazy lately. But I'm trying to play catch up. Hope you are doing well. (((hugs))) to you.
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DeleteI've never had shrimp and cheese grits, the recipe sounds wonderful! What a blessing that your girls are so athletic, and run together, that is incredible! I love day dates - my husband and I are overdue for one :) I haven't seen the movie, but like you, movies like that stay with me for a while, especially if they're tearjerkers! I love your focus board, it has the best verses to keep you through the month! You are always in my prayers dear friend! Much love and blessings :)
ReplyDeleteThe shrimp and grits recipe is really good. Thanks for dropping by.
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