Sara's Serendipity

Learn to Love & Be Loved in Return! Ella Fitzgerald - Nature Boy

2012-01-29T23:07:00.000-08:00

Love Books

2012-01-28T21:42:00.000-08:00

Negative People Drain Your Life!

2012-01-28T21:41:00.000-08:00

Christmas Ski Trip in Nevada

2011-12-22T21:18:00.001-08:00

Joyful Momma's Kitchen: White Chicken Enchiladas

2011-12-12T13:43:00.000-08:00

Joyful Momma's Kitchen: White Chicken Enchiladas: Chicken enchiladas with green chili sour cream sauce *These are seriously so so good* 10 soft taco shells 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken 2...

Delicious Chocolate Cake

2011-12-12T13:23:00.000-08:00

Recipe: The Best Chocolate Sheet Cake. Ever.**Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes Difficulty: Easy Servings: 24Ingredients:FOR THE CAKE:2 cups Flour2 cups Sugar1/4 teaspoon Salt4 Tablespoons (heaping) Cocoa2 sticks Butter1 cup Boiling Water1/2 cup Buttermilk2 whole Beaten Eggs1 teaspoon Baking Soda1 teaspoon Vanilla_____FOR FROSTING:1/2 cup Finely Chopped Pecans1-3/4 stick Butter4

My Aunt Theodora

2011-12-12T08:56:00.000-08:00

This past Saturday evening my Aunt Theodora passed away. She was my mom's older sister. She lived about 20 minutes away from us my growing up years and we spent much time with her. She was a talented, elegant, & fun lady to be around. A Pastors wife, mom, minister, musician, speaker, singer, interior decorator, hostess for elegant dinners, great cook, humorous outlook...someone I'm proud to call

Quick Fudge Frosting from Aunt Theodora Jordan

2011-12-10T18:26:00.000-08:00

Mom's Quick Fudge Frosting.by Jenny Jordan Teets.1/2 C sugar1 T cocoa2 T butter1/4 C milk1 T light corn syrupDash of salt3/4 to 1 C confectioners' sugar1/2 t vanillaMix sugar and cocoa in saucepan. Stir in butter, milk,Corn syrup, and salt; bring to full rolling boil. Beat vigorously 3 min., stirring occasionally. Cool. Beat in confectioners' sugar and vanilla.**My mother used to put fudge

I'll Be Home For Christmas If Only In My Dreams

2011-12-06T11:58:00.000-08:00

Happy Thanksgiving!

2011-11-20T20:08:00.001-08:00

2011-11-17T13:24:00.001-08:00

Anger is a killing thing: it kills the man who angers, for each rage leaves him less than he had been before - it takes something from him.Louis L'Amour

Michigan My Home State

2011-11-17T13:16:00.000-08:00

At President Reagans Library, Los Angelos

2011-11-17T13:14:00.000-08:00

First Female President? :-) Enjoyed the Museum trip with the C4s!

Meringue - Topping a Pie

2011-11-06T22:42:00.000-08:00

Banana cream pie recipe -- the best ever

2011-11-06T20:55:00.000-08:00

Banana cream pie recipe -- the best ever

Excited about the upcoming Holidays

2011-11-06T20:48:00.000-08:00

Thanksgiving is almost here. I'm getting in the mood to bake and decorate for two of my favorite holidays. Excitied also that my son is coming home for Thanksgiving. Next Semester my two oldest children will be studying away. Sharayah in Paris, France and Josh in Indiana. So, this Holiday season is very special for me. I'm wondering when that Holiday will come and one of my children will not be

YouTube Challenge - I Told My Kids I Ate All Their Halloween Candy

2011-11-05T19:58:00.000-07:00

Heart

2011-10-16T19:45:00.000-07:00

Source: bitsotruth.blogspot.com via peony on Pinterest

Harvest wreath I made for my front door..with my fav peacock feathers!

2011-10-16T18:40:00.000-07:00

Peanut Butter Sheet Cake sent from my sister

2011-10-16T18:18:00.000-07:00

Peanut Butter Sheet Cake2 C. Sugar2 C. Flour1 tsp. Soda1/2 tsp. Salt1 C. Water1/2 C. Veg. Oil1/2 C. Peanut Butter1 1/2 Sticks of Butter2 Eggs1/2 C. Butter Milk1 tsp. VanillaIn a mixing bowl, mix the dry ingredients (Sugar, Flour, Soda and Salt). Then in a sauce pan bring the (Water, Oil, Peanut Butter and Butter) to a boil, remove from heat. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and make sure it is

Easy Breakfast Rolls

2011-10-16T18:06:00.000-07:00

GOOSEFEATHERS BREAKFAST ROLLS2 cans crescent rolls12 oz. softened cream cheese (1½ pkg.)1 1/4 cups sugar (divided)...1 tsp. vanilla1 tsp. cinnamon1 stick melted butter/margarinePreheat oven at 350 degrees.Unroll 1 can crescent rolls into bottom of 9 x 13 pan. Do not press seams together. Mix cream cheese with 1 cup sugar and vanilla. Spread over rolls. Unroll 2nd can of crescent rolls and place

Adele - Lovesong (OFFICIAL VIDEO LYRICS) Live from Tabernacle, London

2011-10-16T17:09:00.000-07:00

So my son sends me a youtube clip instead of letter~ from college...what's the world coming to..

2011-10-16T16:58:00.000-07:00

Tactics of Manipulative People

2011-09-21T17:22:00.000-07:00

Emotional Vampires: How to Deal With Toxic People

2011-09-21T17:15:00.000-07:00

Inspirational! A young man who focuses on his strength not his weakness!

2011-09-16T23:03:00.000-07:00

Tea Cup Collectors

2011-09-16T22:31:00.000-07:00

Collecting Vintage English Bone China Tea Cups Aug 12, 2009 Author: Lorraine Syratt The English have only been drinking tea for a about 350 years and over those years, the tea cup has evolved into the traditional shape we see today. From bowl to tea cup. Tea tastes better when served hot in a fine bone china tea cup. And with that in mind, English potters have been producing porcelain

English Tea Recipes

2011-09-16T22:23:00.000-07:00

http://www.joyofbaking.com/EnglishTeaParty.html

A & P China Shop is hosting tea...(my fav china shop)

2011-09-16T21:37:00.001-07:00

......Join us on Sunday October 30th for our Tea and Talk at the historic French Estate in Old Towne Orange. This time our lecture will be on functional and decorative porcelain and bone china. Tickets are on sale at A&P for just 36.00 a person, (or 39.00 by mail). Gather your friends quickly though! We have limited seating for 35.

Remembering Dad on His Birthday

2011-09-16T21:35:00.001-07:00

Today is my fathers 87th Birthday! He passed away suddenly at 62. Reminds me that life is short and we should live each day intentionally. Find something pleasant in each day. We are here for a flash of time. Do what you love!!!

Antiquing in Old Town...Neat Sign

2011-09-16T16:00:00.000-07:00

7 Savvy Fitness Secrets From Ruby's Trainers

2011-09-12T20:50:00.000-07:00

7 Savvy Fitness Secrets From Ruby's Trainers

What did you really "see"?

2011-08-24T14:19:00.000-07:00

This is one of the coolest things I've seen in a long time.. You have to get out of your seat and walk away from Your computer. People may think you're crazy. But it's well worth it. When you look at this picture you see it's Albert Einstein.. But if you stand 15 feet away it will become Marilyn Monroe.. Now what do you think of the reliability of eyewitness testimony?

My baby begins Junior High today.

2011-08-24T13:49:00.003-07:00

Bitter sweet days....no more elementary age children in my house. They are all growing up so fast. My mothering days have been so rich. I'm so happy I've been able to have children and enjoy each moment. I wouldn't want to be on this planet without being a momma to my darlings.

Visit my music page....

2011-08-24T13:49:00.001-07:00

http://www.reverbnation.com/artist/index/sarascopple

J.D.s Dorm Room

2011-08-24T13:31:00.000-07:00

First Day Of College

Son is now in College

2011-08-24T13:24:00.000-07:00

I helped my son drive his car back east to begin college. It's been a great 3 weeks together preparing and getting set up for college...just he & I most of the time. I got a little emotional thinkng about a little energetic 3 year old who was now a young man going out into the world. We shopped at IKEA...the prices were good and they had his colors...he wanted gray & white. Fun setting up the

Anna Graceman NBC america got talent hollywood 2011 quarter finale

2011-07-14T09:53:00.000-07:00

Old Fashion Banana Cake frosted with Maple Swiss Meringue Buttercream

2011-07-11T21:48:00.000-07:00

**My Mom was telling me she remembered a cake my Aunt made years ago that was the best cake she'd had. It was a banana layered cake with a meringue frosting. I found this recipe online...it sounds like the one she was talking about.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Banana Cake:Ingredients -■2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour■1 tablespoon baking soda■1 pinch salt■1/2 cup unsalted butter■1 cup white sugar■3/4 cup light

I love the colors in Peacock Feathers...one of my favorite things. :-)

2011-07-09T21:11:00.000-07:00

I was blessed to host wonderful Family Reunion for My husbands side

2011-07-04T01:01:00.000-07:00

Reunion in honor of Timothy & Anna Urshan...decendents...we cooked Anna's recipesWe celebrated their story... ....the Journey from Iran to the USA on the 4th of July. They fled their homeland & 2nd homeland-they lost family & possessions. Their family & their people the Assyrians slaudered, running or rounded up in refugee camps without nourishment... diseases rampit...barely survived the

Happy July 4th...2011!

2011-07-04T00:58:00.000-07:00

Rosie Malek-Yonan on Fox News

2011-07-04T00:56:00.000-07:00

My husbands people are Assyrian...they are facing extinction from the many genocides & mascres that have happened to them from their moslem neighbors...they are similar to the Armenians. They have always been peaceful people that have lived side by side with the tribes around them. But, have been targest for those who want to stamp out Christianity in the middle east. They are indiginous to their

Romantic blush pink room I decorated

2011-06-21T21:55:00.000-07:00

Laduree Tea From Paris & Old Jane Austen Books From London

"Paris...Women"(a book I bought in Paris)

2011-06-21T21:35:00.000-07:00

~~~~~~~~Paris...and its Remarkable Women~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Romantic Decor

2011-06-21T21:23:00.001-07:00

Graduation Day Josh from H.S.~my youngest from 6th

2011-06-21T19:08:00.000-07:00

Happy Fathers Day! Keith Urban - Song for dad

2011-06-18T23:31:00.000-07:00

A Mother's Love

2011-06-15T23:03:00.000-07:00

Andy Grammer - Keep Your Head Up

2011-06-14T14:59:00.000-07:00

My son graduates

2011-06-12T22:39:00.001-07:00

This Thursday My Son Graduates from High School. I'm proud of him. He's been a responsible student. Always does his best and takes time with his studies. He's been a tutor this past year to other students. He is in the National Honor Society. Happy for his successful completion for this season of his life. Ready for the college years. We will have his open house Thurs. 6-8pm after the

2011 Grad Banquet for STWC

2011-06-12T21:14:00.000-07:00

Jasmyn was our Nathan Scholarship recipient(our 2nd plaque-15th year giving out this scholarship)~~Joshua was Student of the Year~~Brooklyn received the Servants Heart Award for her service & volunteer work.

A few Photos from our Italy Trip

2011-05-30T22:47:00.001-07:00

A Friend

2011-05-30T22:43:00.000-07:00

Assyrian Christians of Iraq facing extinction part (1) posted by Asho...

2011-05-29T16:18:00.000-07:00

Two Wovles: Indian Inspirational Story

2011-05-03T23:09:00.000-07:00

An Inspirational Short Story~Two Wolves(Cherokee Wisdom )One evening an old Cherokee told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people.He said, "My son, the battle is between two wolves inside us all.One is Evil. It is anger, envy, jealousy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego.The other is Good. It is joy,

Princess Party in Honor of the Royal Wedding

2011-05-01T17:25:00.000-07:00

We had a girls princess party and watch the 3 or 4 hour event that was History in the Making....The Royal Wedding of Prince William & Kate Middleton! It was sensational. Kate was so poised and elegant. A absolutely beautiful wedding.Just a wonderful fairy tale for all the viewers to oohhh and ahhh over. The music, Westminster Abbey, The fun English Tradition of extroadary hats....all of it was

Early Happy Mothers Day!!!

2011-04-26T10:51:00.001-07:00

20 ways to use Magic Erasers(one of my fav. things)

2011-04-24T22:58:00.000-07:00

From Mr. Clean's original "magic eraser" to the generic options, eraser cleaning blocks have made cleaning easier, less messy and dare we say...even fun! Sure, these foam blocks can get the gunk off walls (sometimes even upholstery if you're careful) and other household surfaces, but there are so many more uses for these little blocks of heaven. Here are 20 unusual uses for an eraser block to

Grief Recovery Tips: From www.Healyourbest.com

2011-04-20T10:48:00.000-07:00

What Events Cause Feelings of Loss and Grief? Sad events can cause sad feelings. But what if a happy event causes sad feelings, is there something wrong with me?Even events that might seem like positives can cause stress in our lives. An example would be a promotion. Of course there are benefits, but there might also be a loss of free time, loss of anonymity at work, loss of being able to make

Easter week is here!~Easter Drama is going to be great!

2011-04-20T00:01:00.000-07:00

Happy Pesach!

2011-04-19T23:46:00.001-07:00

Enjoyed being invited to share~ Passover Seder~with the Kaplan family. Everything was excellent and the experience was very enriching. Thankful to have been a part of this great tradition tonight.

Getting ready for the Italy trip~listening to Italian Music!!

2011-04-19T18:25:00.001-07:00

Our 25th Celebration

2011-04-13T17:32:00.000-07:00

The renewing of the vows & silver anniversary ring ceremony

Our 25th Wedding Anniversary

2011-04-13T17:17:00.000-07:00

Yesterday was our 25th Anniversary. I can't believe we have arrived at this landmark so quickly. My kids...lead by my oldest daughter put on a gala banquet in our honor. What a lovely evening. She planned a wonderful program, invited our friends and family and decorated so beautifully...awesome menu...we felt truly blessed & honored. The kids each gave a tribute, my youngest sang, I'm a Believer

Invisible Children

2011-04-03T21:32:00.000-07:00

Testimony Steve Saint End of The Spear

2011-04-03T20:49:00.000-07:00

Martyrs in the Modern Day

2011-04-03T20:40:00.000-07:00

Pollyanna~Glad Game...One of my favorite stories!

2011-03-27T20:44:00.000-07:00

Lost Boys of the Sudan

2011-03-27T16:45:00.000-07:00

South Coast Symphony

2011-03-20T18:21:00.000-07:00

My daughter chose to go the Symphony on her birthday. It was wonderful. So moving. Every song sounds better with a live Orchestra. The power of music was realized all over again.

Happy 21st Birthday to My Daughter!

2011-03-16T22:14:00.000-07:00

21 Years ago today my lovely daughter was born. She has been a complete delight for me to raise. I have so much fun with her each day. We had a family birthday Greek dinner today....her C & C friends had a little cupcake & coffee time with her tonight....and tomorrow night she's chosen to go to Ruth's Chris Steak house and then to South Coast Peforming Arts for a Symphony. She loves the arts.

In Florida...it's a beautiful day!

2011-03-11T13:34:00.000-08:00

Having a great time with family-celebrating the new church dedication with my sister & BIL, Alexa & Rick Olson. What a gorgeous new building!!! All 5 Starr girls and husbands, kids, momma & papa Howard , cousins, nieces and nephews. Great friends who are family by heart. Great fellowship, laughter, funny stories...great food!!!! Alexa knows how to entertain first class! Fun times!

What a crazy generation we live in.....TMI rules the day!

2011-03-07T19:54:00.000-08:00

Your Perspective is important...what do you see?

2011-03-02T22:55:00.000-08:00

Old lady or young lady?... The world is round and the place which may seem like the end may also be only the beginning. ~Ivy Baker Priest~

Are you a writer?

2011-03-02T10:49:00.000-08:00

Are You a Writer?BLOG by Dr. Wayne W. DyerPeople ask me about writing all the time. How does it work? How can they get their message out to the world? On the recent Hay House I Can Do It cruise, I spoke to the Writer’s Workshop which was one of the programs given on the ship. What a great group of eager, empowered, and energetic people! I told them that it all hinges on what Abraham Maslow taught

Life is short....enjoy each moment!

2011-03-02T10:39:00.000-08:00

"We should all start to live before we get too old. Fear is stupid. So are regrets."~Marilyn Monroe~

Love & beauty are around you...

2011-02-28T21:19:00.000-08:00

All you need in orderTo have total happiness.fulfillment, love in your lifeYou already have right now,Whoever you are,Wherever you are.

As a man thinks......

2011-02-28T21:14:00.000-08:00

When you think positive, happy, loving thoughts,There's a different chemistry thatgoes into your bodyThan when you think depressing, negative, anquished thoughts.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The way you decide to thinkhas a dramatic effect on yourchemistry & your physiology.

No matter what anyone else says, I say-You are Beautiful! :-)

2011-02-25T15:58:00.000-08:00

Great Teachers Inspire!

2011-02-25T15:49:00.000-08:00

Teachers who inspire realize there will always be rocks in the road ahead of us. They will be stumbling blocks or stepping stones; it all depends on how we use them. **I'm speaking at a Children's Ministry Seminar on Saturday....and to the Left are the Stones I plan to pass out to the attendees. There is a difference in the effectiveness of our teachers. Those who have passion and enthusiasm move

Enjoy All The Beauty Around You Each Day!

2011-02-24T20:42:00.000-08:00

A thing of beauty is a joy forever:Its loveliness increases; it will neverPass into nothingness. John Keats

Albion Church Kids Ministry Room~One of my decorating projects

2011-02-21T16:17:00.000-08:00

Three Wishes!

2011-02-21T16:15:00.000-08:00

UPCI Preacher Imitations @BOTT

2011-02-21T08:46:00.000-08:00

Impersonation Of Famous Preachers

2011-02-21T08:40:00.000-08:00

Today Is My Birthday!

2011-02-20T23:05:00.001-08:00

What a fabulous day I've had. Started off with church this morning. I received a lovely bouquet of gorgeous flowers....many cards, money, gifts, starbucks, sweets, spa treatments, mani/pedi's, hugs, smiles, happy birthday wishes! Wonderful. Had lunch with my family and my best friend Carla & her kids. More funny cards, sweet cards, gifts. Went home and enjoyed reading over 300 posts on facebook,

Say, "I Love You"....Everyday!

2011-02-11T15:22:00.000-08:00

Jane Austen Quote

2011-02-11T14:39:00.000-08:00

Ronnie Milsap - Let's Take The Long Way Around The World with Lyrics

2011-02-11T13:46:00.000-08:00

Happy Valentines Day.....I heard this song on the country station yesterday and I thought it was the perfect song for sweethearts!!! So sweet & so true. Slow down and smell the roses along the pathway-everyday!

My husband serves on the board a Tupelo Children's Mansion. We LOVE the Mansion!

2011-02-09T16:06:00.000-08:00

Funny Face

2011-02-07T16:44:00.000-08:00

~~~~~~~~My Cousin just sent this photo to me....never seen it before...from a trip to Ceder Point with church friends...Pretty well sums up the wacky side of my personality. :-)

BBC One: Funny animals talking

2011-02-01T17:51:00.000-08:00

from Health is Social

2011-01-30T22:39:00.000-08:00

Windows and Mirrors – The Rise of Inadvertent Narcissism by Phil Baumann on November 30, 2010A window shows you a world beyond you.A mirror shows you…you.The world turns on windows and mirrors.What you view has much to do with what you know and feel and are – and what you can become.And the medium that provides the view has much to do with what is seen.Windows and mirrors are media.Depending on

Cute Quote~My nieces photo from an Antique Store in Michigan!

2011-01-28T11:04:00.000-08:00

Renew & Refresh

2011-01-26T08:33:00.000-08:00

I am enjoying a time of learning, renewal and refreshing. Taking a college class after a hiatus of several years to raise my kids and it is a great time for me. It is so fun and I'm feeling energized. My professor is Dr. Arch Hart. He's a phenomenal man!!! His daughter Dr. Sharon May taught yesterday and she's awesome as well. So glad I'm taking this course.

My Uncle Doug

2011-01-18T23:55:00.000-08:00

My Uncle passed away yesterday. I'm flying back to Michigan for his funeral with his daughter.....my cousin & best friend. My Uncle always had a great sense of humor. He was ready to laugh and find humor in many things. As a teenager-After a week of school....I always enjoyed heading to Grand Ledge to be with my family for the weekend. I knew there would be laughter & good food. He was a loyal

High School SS Class-I finished redecorating-little things left to do

2011-01-18T23:38:00.001-08:00

Our Youth Pastor wanted a new and colorful update to the generic classroom feel. He wanted a coffee shop feel. The room can be rearranged for a gathering or be used for instruction. I love the soft kid leather chairs I found~ Beware Youth I may confiscate them. ha We have a one cup Bosch coffee maker given to our class....ie like a Keurig. Someone donated a Wii sytem they weren't using. We have

Beautiful Utah Mountains

2011-01-15T08:05:00.001-08:00

Slavery in 21st Century-Α21 Campaign-Greek Subtitles

2011-01-10T09:22:00.000-08:00