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Last week, I hosted over 30 children for a family-friendly Halloween party at our home. 

Hosting this party reminded me that joy doesn’t come from having everything together – it comes from showing up, making space for others, and trusting that even the sticky caramel and toppled blinds point to something beautiful.

In the midst of the 2025 U.S. government shutdown, nearly 42 million Americans face uncertainty about their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits — a lifeline many families rely on.

As someone who grew up with moments of rationed meals and donated turkeys, I understand the fear of an empty table. But this week, I want to offer three practical, hope-filled steps — use your voice, cook simply, and grow what you can — to help you reclaim strength and possibility when provision feels uncertain.
Whether you’re adjusting to tighter grocery budgets or helping someone who is, let’s walk this path together with faith, creativity and resilience.

This easy homemade butter will have you second guessing store bought. It’s easy, fascinating to watch and you’ll kids will love every step of the way. Place a slab on your favorite sourdough, use it in mashed potatoes this Thanksgiving, or melt it down for your favorite browned butter cookie recipe.

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Psalm 90:12 says “So teach us the number of our days. That we may gain a heart of wisdom.” May