With the weather getting warmer I can't wait to serve this on a bright sunny day... a special thanks to Terri Flannagan for sharing this recipe with us. :)
Please comment and leave any recipes you would like to share too!
Mandarin Orange & Almond Salad
Dressing:
1/3 cup oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1 tsp chopped parsley
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp tabasco or hot sauce
dash pepper
Mix, shake and chill 1 hour before serving
Salad:
1/2 cup slivered almonds - caramelized (to caramelize simply put almonds in skillet with 3 Tbsp of sugar over med. heat. They brown quickly so keep watching so they don't burn - then just put on wax paper and crush.)
Bag a Spring Salad mix or other preferred lettuce mix (mixture of spinach and torn lettuce head good!)
1 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup sliced green inion
1 can mandarin oranges (drained) (soak in dressing before serving for extra flavor)
*Don't add all the dressing at once as sometimes it can be too much for the amount of lettuce you have.
Monday, March 29, 2010
Monday, March 15, 2010
Partners in Parenting - by Lisa Clark
Partners in Parenting -
Moms, do you ever feel alone in your parenting? Dad's busy working or just not engaged in the parenting process? Usually, Dad feels like "you've got it down!" It's not so much that he doesn't want to be a part as maybe he feels he'll rock the boat if he gets too involved. Moms these days seem to keep all the balls in the air and maintain the peace fairly well. Well, in reality, we need Dad to be a partner in parenting. The balance is not only biblical, but necessary so our kids don't try to divide and conquer! When both parents are involved in discipline, scheduling and normal daily activities, kids see how family works best. Agreed, it's not always possible, but should be the goal.
If you are trying to help Dad feel a part of the process, try these things:
COMMUNICATION! Brad says I need to tell him what he needs to do sometimes. He simply can't read my mind! Really? I try to send a weekly email of the kid's schedule and prayer needs, so he'll feel in the loop and can offer to help out. Also, it's important that he knows what's going on, as well.
Encourage Date Night - Girls love to date their Dads, but most Dads need a nudge or reminder that Daddy's little girl needs some Daddytime. Moms, you can date your son, too. Show him what an incredible girl you are and what he has to look forward to!
A centrally located bulletin board or dry erase board with all the family's schedule helps build unity within the family. Everyone is able to see what the other has going on, and be more compassionate and helpful.
Moms, share your ideas on partners in parenting! We'd love to hear from you...
Moms, do you ever feel alone in your parenting? Dad's busy working or just not engaged in the parenting process? Usually, Dad feels like "you've got it down!" It's not so much that he doesn't want to be a part as maybe he feels he'll rock the boat if he gets too involved. Moms these days seem to keep all the balls in the air and maintain the peace fairly well. Well, in reality, we need Dad to be a partner in parenting. The balance is not only biblical, but necessary so our kids don't try to divide and conquer! When both parents are involved in discipline, scheduling and normal daily activities, kids see how family works best. Agreed, it's not always possible, but should be the goal.
If you are trying to help Dad feel a part of the process, try these things:
COMMUNICATION! Brad says I need to tell him what he needs to do sometimes. He simply can't read my mind! Really? I try to send a weekly email of the kid's schedule and prayer needs, so he'll feel in the loop and can offer to help out. Also, it's important that he knows what's going on, as well.
Encourage Date Night - Girls love to date their Dads, but most Dads need a nudge or reminder that Daddy's little girl needs some Daddytime. Moms, you can date your son, too. Show him what an incredible girl you are and what he has to look forward to!
A centrally located bulletin board or dry erase board with all the family's schedule helps build unity within the family. Everyone is able to see what the other has going on, and be more compassionate and helpful.
Moms, share your ideas on partners in parenting! We'd love to hear from you...
Friday, March 12, 2010
April ~ Sky Gatherings...Come HEAR Lisa Clark!!
Hostess: Karla Smith
When: Friday, April 9, 2010 at 10:00 am
Topic: Lisa Clark, Sky Ranch Parenting Mentor, will host an interactive talk about Goal Setting thru the eyes of Christ..."Is Average Ok?"
Hostess: Amy Pawlowski
When: Tuesday, April 12, 2010 at 7:00 pm
Topic: Lisa Clark, Sky Ranch Parenting Mentor, will host an interactive talk about Boundaries and over-parenting... "Loving Your Child Too Much- Is it Possible?"
Hostess: Laura Frawley
When: Friday, April 16, 2010 at 10:00 am
Topic: Lisa Clark, Sky Ranch Parenting Mentor, will host an interactive talk about Goal Setting thru the eyes of Christ..."Is Average Ok?"
When: Friday, April 9, 2010 at 10:00 am
Topic: Lisa Clark, Sky Ranch Parenting Mentor, will host an interactive talk about Goal Setting thru the eyes of Christ..."Is Average Ok?"
Hostess: Amy Pawlowski
When: Tuesday, April 12, 2010 at 7:00 pm
Topic: Lisa Clark, Sky Ranch Parenting Mentor, will host an interactive talk about Boundaries and over-parenting... "Loving Your Child Too Much- Is it Possible?"
Hostess: Laura Frawley
When: Friday, April 16, 2010 at 10:00 am
Topic: Lisa Clark, Sky Ranch Parenting Mentor, will host an interactive talk about Goal Setting thru the eyes of Christ..."Is Average Ok?"
Hostess: Sarah Cryer
When: Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at 10:00 am
Topic: Please join us for coffee and bagels to hear Lisa Clark. Sky Mom's Parenting Mentor, talk about Loving your child too much-Is it possible? Boundaries and over-parenting!!!
When: Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at 10:00 am
Topic: Please join us for coffee and bagels to hear Lisa Clark. Sky Mom's Parenting Mentor, talk about Loving your child too much-Is it possible? Boundaries and over-parenting!!!
Hostess: Diane Lay
When: Sunday April 25, 2010 at 5:00pm
Topic: Please join us to hear Lisa Clark. Sky Mom's Parenting Mentor.
Hostess: Lori Dodson
When: Thursday, April 29, 2010 at 7:00 pm
Topic: Lisa Clark, Sky Ranch Parenting Mentor, will host an interactive talk ... it is going to be GREAT!
When: Sunday April 25, 2010 at 5:00pm
Topic: Please join us to hear Lisa Clark. Sky Mom's Parenting Mentor.
Hostess: Lori Dodson
When: Thursday, April 29, 2010 at 7:00 pm
Topic: Lisa Clark, Sky Ranch Parenting Mentor, will host an interactive talk ... it is going to be GREAT!
Updated...March Sky Gatherings!!!
Hostess: Gwen Ray
When: Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at 10:00 am
Topic: I cant wait to hear Lisa Clark share from her heart and give us practical parenting tips about helping to maintain and keep the drama to a minimum. Lisa uses Christian principles that will help us teach our children and also she encourages us as moms to be a great example and cheerleader with our children in those tough day to day "drama" situations.
Hostess: Nancy Brown
When: Thursday, March 25, 2010 at 10:30 am
Topic: Enough with the Drama, Mama!
Lisa Clark, founder of Sky Ranch Sky- Moms mother ministry will host an interactive talk tailored to meet the needs of moms in today's crazy world. Come join us for some excellent, and refreshing Christ centered ideas for keeping the "drama" to a minimum!
Hostess: Lori Willard
When: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at 10:30 am
Topic: Lisa Clark, founder of Sky Ranch Camps SkyMoms ministry, and our Sky Ranch Parenting Mentor will host an interactive talk tailored to meet the needs of moms in today's crazy world. When children are in charge of the family through their activities and busy schedules, it sets them up for failure. As parents, we don't want to feel out of control, so what can we do? We will look at various ways to rid our households of the chaos and ease back into an easier way of life. Come join us for some excellent, and refreshing Christ centered ideas for keeping the "drama" to a minimum!
When: Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at 10:00 am
Topic: I cant wait to hear Lisa Clark share from her heart and give us practical parenting tips about helping to maintain and keep the drama to a minimum. Lisa uses Christian principles that will help us teach our children and also she encourages us as moms to be a great example and cheerleader with our children in those tough day to day "drama" situations.
Hostess: Nancy Brown
When: Thursday, March 25, 2010 at 10:30 am
Topic: Enough with the Drama, Mama!
Lisa Clark, founder of Sky Ranch Sky- Moms mother ministry will host an interactive talk tailored to meet the needs of moms in today's crazy world. Come join us for some excellent, and refreshing Christ centered ideas for keeping the "drama" to a minimum!
Hostess: Lori Willard
When: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at 10:30 am
Topic: Lisa Clark, founder of Sky Ranch Camps SkyMoms ministry, and our Sky Ranch Parenting Mentor will host an interactive talk tailored to meet the needs of moms in today's crazy world. When children are in charge of the family through their activities and busy schedules, it sets them up for failure. As parents, we don't want to feel out of control, so what can we do? We will look at various ways to rid our households of the chaos and ease back into an easier way of life. Come join us for some excellent, and refreshing Christ centered ideas for keeping the "drama" to a minimum!
Friday, March 5, 2010
Sky-Fi - Coming to a Location Near You!
Sky-Fi - Coming to a Location Near You!
Sky Ranch is going wireless and coming to a location near you for an evening of fun, laughter and information about Sky Ranch Christian Summer Camp. The event is FREE and features the Sky Ranch Summer Camp team along with surprise guests. One luck camper will win a $100 iTunes gift card, and everyone has a chance to recieve $100 off camp tuition. For more information, please call us at 903-266-3300. Here's the schedule of when and where we'll be.
Southlake
March 8 - White’s Chapel UMC - 7pm - 185 S. White’s Chapel Blvd.
Tyler
March 16 - Green Acres Baptist Church - 7pm - 1607 Troup Hwy.
North Dallas
March 23 - Watermark Community Church - 7pm - 7540 LBJ Fwy.
Park Cities
March 25 - Highland Park Presbyterian Church - 7pm - 3821 University Blvd.
Frisco/Plano/McKinney
March 30 - Legacy Christian Academy - 7pm - 5000 Academy Dr.
Tori Miller
SkyMoms Ministry Director
Sky Ranch
Texas | Colorado | Oklahoma
469-484-4840 (Direct)
972-743-7774 (Mobile)
torim@skyranch.org
www.skyranch.org
Sky Ranch is going wireless and coming to a location near you for an evening of fun, laughter and information about Sky Ranch Christian Summer Camp. The event is FREE and features the Sky Ranch Summer Camp team along with surprise guests. One luck camper will win a $100 iTunes gift card, and everyone has a chance to recieve $100 off camp tuition. For more information, please call us at 903-266-3300. Here's the schedule of when and where we'll be.
Southlake
March 8 - White’s Chapel UMC - 7pm - 185 S. White’s Chapel Blvd.
Tyler
March 16 - Green Acres Baptist Church - 7pm - 1607 Troup Hwy.
North Dallas
March 23 - Watermark Community Church - 7pm - 7540 LBJ Fwy.
Park Cities
March 25 - Highland Park Presbyterian Church - 7pm - 3821 University Blvd.
Frisco/Plano/McKinney
March 30 - Legacy Christian Academy - 7pm - 5000 Academy Dr.
Tori Miller
SkyMoms Ministry Director
Sky Ranch
Texas | Colorado | Oklahoma
469-484-4840 (Direct)
972-743-7774 (Mobile)
torim@skyranch.org
www.skyranch.org
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