Marriage remains important. Despite lower marriage rates in recent years, marriage still offers meaningful benefits. Healthy, fulfilling marriages exist and are attainable. When I was 19, fresh out of university and imagining my future partner, a visit to a grieving church member unexpectedly shook my ideas about marriage. Two married women from our congregation spoke … Read more

Friends, it’s time for meal prep—perfect for lunch or back-to-school! Several of you asked for easy meal-prep ideas, so I’m sharing a set of recipes that work well for both packed lunches and family meals. Each bowl includes plenty of vegetables and protein, making them balanced, tasty, and convenient. I hope these ideas inspire your … Read more

Growing up, I was lucky to have a younger brother, Desmond (pictured above), who always made me laugh. He’s a natural comedian and often contributes jokes to this blog. Below is his witty take on hunger—enjoy. Never go to an aunt’s house with an empty stomach unless you intend to leave with a full one. … Read more

This Spaghetti Stir Fry combines tender chicken, scrambled eggs and crisp vegetables in a garlicky, flavorful sauce. It’s a well-balanced meal that comes together in about 30 minutes—perfect for busy weeknights. If you enjoy spaghetti, you might also like other easy pasta recipes on this site. This recipe is a quick and satisfying dinner option … Read more

This is the best tuna melt I’ve ever tasted — a Mediterranean twist with artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes and olives, topped with mozzarella and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. It’s simple, fast and delicious. I hope you had a great weekend. I’m excited to share this quick, flavorful recipe that works perfectly for a speedy lunch … Read more

This rich, hearty Seafood Gumbo is perfect for a special dinner. Packed with bold Southern flavors, it brings together seafood and meat in a comforting stew that celebrates Creole cooking. Gumbo traces its roots to West African and Louisiana Creole traditions. The combination of seafood and meat in one pot is reminiscent of West African … Read more

Picture taken in the early days of love. Haha! I walked along a dusty brown road, glancing around for someone to ask. A petite, light-skinned girl approached, her smile constant and warm as if it never dimmed. “Excuse me,” I said, making an effort to be polite.   “Do you know where I could find … Read more

This creamy, hearty Tuscan chickpea soup is comforting and full of flavor. Made with chickpeas, fresh rosemary, garlic and a splash of lemon, it comes together quickly—about 20 minutes—and is perfect with crusty bread for dunking on chilly days. I often cook with chickpeas because they deliver rich, creamy texture and satisfying flavor with very … Read more