Got Zucchini? Make Cake!

By Becky | August 16, 2018
Thin slices of fresh zucchini are artfully scattered on a rustic wooden cutting board.

A number of years ago my friend Judy shared an absolutely AWESOME cake recipe with me. Not only is this cake moist and chocolatey, but it’s loaded with zucchini. Yes, zucchini, the green vegetable that often gets the nose scrunch from many kiddos who refuse to eat anything green. It’s a chocolate disguise for a…

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Spark Imagination & Conversation

By Becky | October 19, 2012

Books spark the imagination of a child and can also ignite conversations dealing with issues of morals, values, and faith. Snuggle up with your children and a few good books. Becky’s Family Favorites for Fall   Pumpkin Pumpkin by Jeanne Titherington, Tractor Mac at Harvest Time by Billy Steersh, Harvest Time by Mercer Mayer, Apple Picking Time by Michele B.…

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Acorn Shortbread Cookies

By Becky | October 16, 2012
Close-up of an acorn with a textured cap lying on a bed of green moss, resembling tiny cookies on nature's plate. The background is softly blurred, highlighting the intricate details of the acorn and moss.

My dear friend Denise offered me a cookie at church last week. Not only was it delicious but cute as can be for this time of year. Acorn Shortbread Cookies, sweet shortbread dipped in chocolate and nuts or festive sprinkles. The cookies look like acorns with the caps still attached! This is a great recipe…

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Harvest Time Fun for Families

By Becky | October 5, 2012

Pumpkins, apples, football, leaves…all signs of AUTUMN. Plan a few adventures for your family this fall. Need a quick recipe for Apple Crisp? This is a favorite at my house. I hope your family enjoys it too! This and other vlogs may be found at http://www.youtube.com/BeckyDanielson.

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The Best of Autumn

By Becky | October 2, 2012
A pile of small, round orange pumpkins with long, curved green stems captures the essence of autumn. The pumpkins are closely packed together, filling the frame and showcasing their bright color and varied stem lengths.

The air is crisp, downright chilly in the morning and evening. The moon is full and orange as it rises over the horizon. The days are gradually growing shorter and shorter. Autumn. There’s just something about this time of year, pulling out the crock pot, putting heavier blankets on the beds, and filling the wood…

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Leaf Piles and Apple Crisp

By Becky | October 15, 2011
A plate with apple crisp topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. A spoon rests on the plate, and a floral-patterned tablecloth is underneath.

Fall Fun for the Family Recently I spent the morning with a group of three-year-olds. We had a fun discussion about the changing seasons. When asked about their favorite things to do this time of year the most popular answers were, “Jumping in piles of leaves! Going to the pumpkin patch! Picking apples!” I had…

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