“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 When my daughter first started college at Clemson University in upstate South Carolina, three and half hours away from home, I packed her boxes and included Post it notes of encouragement. This bible verse was one of them. I hate to admit it, but I didn’t really know how well-known it is and how it’s many people’s favorite v

Dear Readers, this is the kind of recipe that just sounds strange, but then you try it and you're like, where have you been all my life? So yummy--this jam is great on top of a block of softened cream cheese with crackers, or as a base for bruschetta or a sandwich spread. So many uses! Tomato Jam Ingredients: One for you and one for a gift! 3 pounds of Roma tomatoes 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup light brown sugar 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teasp

Dear Readers, I hope you are doing well. I know the month just changed the page, but I am clinging to summer with both hands. How's the weather where you are? It's still like an oven if you step outside during the day. Introduce yourself--name, where you're from, and something people notice when they meet you. I’m Julie Arduini, Are-due-we-knee, and I utilize faith, family, and chocolate in stories that feel like home. Surrendering Hearts is my current series that features th