thegingeroptimist

Getting Older

Getting older is very interesting. It happens so much quicker than you can even imagine. I know it has for me. It seems like the years are going by faster and faster. We celebrate Christmas and it feels like six months later we celebrate it again. Getting older means God has granted me a longerContinue reading “Getting Older”

The Time I Felt Like Royalty

My husband and I went on our very first cruise a few months ago. I had heard many stories about how wonderful cruises are. Boy were they ever true. From the time we met our cabin attendant until we got off the ship, we were treated like royalty. They called me “Madame Janice” and myContinue reading “The Time I Felt Like Royalty”

Good Food & Friends

There’s nothing like good food and friends. The other night I had the opportunity to spend time with friends that I haven’t seen for quite some time. It was so much fun spending time together. I am so grateful for the many friends God has placed in my life. There are some friends that no matter howContinue reading “Good Food & Friends”

If Trees Could Talk

This is my favorite tree. Many times when I drive by it I think to myself, “If only this tree could talk it would have so many stories to tell”. This tree has seen many seasons come and go. It’s been through many storms and seen many beautiful sun shiny days. On a beautiful day,Continue reading “If Trees Could Talk”

Wake Up Call

Four years ago a close family member died of a massive heart attack. He was only 53 years old. He was a loving and very giving person. But unfortunately, he made poor eating choices and it cut his life short. Believe me, that was my wake up call. That is what sent me on my questContinue reading “Wake Up Call”

Everybody Has a Story

We as humans are so quick to judge or form an opinion about someone when we first meet them. Is that really fair? Of course not. I’m sure I’ve missed out on some pretty awesome friendships because of this. When I was in my twenties, I thought old people (in their mid to late fortiesContinue reading “Everybody Has a Story”

Kale Salad

Originally posted on The Bohemian Sprout:
Kale is such a powerhouse of nutrients. I’d tried so many recipe with kale, and while many of them were okay, none were wonderful. I’ve finally found a recipe that we love and make often. Ingredients Salad ingredients 1 or 2 bunches of Kale torn into bite size pieces…

Trust and Obey

I love the old hymn, “Trust and Obey”. I’ve learned the truth of this song down through the years. I’m realizing more and more that nothing takes God by surprise. Once I learned to walk in obedience to God’s Word and trust Him, I found true joy and peace. (Not that I have arrived, this is aContinue reading “Trust and Obey”

How to make a Million Dollar Pie

The first time I had million dollar pie was at my mom and dad’s. A friend had made it and shared it with my parents. It was so delicious and I just had to have the recipe. Fortunately, my mom had the recipe and shared it with me. Every time I have made million dollarContinue reading “How to make a Million Dollar Pie”

Real Talk

Why do we treat those we love the most disrespectfully at times? We wouldn’t dare think of saying certain things to people we don’t know that well or use a certain tone with them. But when it comes to our family, the ones we love the most, we will allow reckless words and orContinue reading “Real Talk”