Milwaukee~"the good land"

I have been learning to call Milwaukee home for a almost 2 years now and I finally feel like I am achieving the goal. Today we spent a few hours at the Milwaukee Public Museum. It is one of our favorite spots to spend a rainy afternoon. Every time we go I learn something new. I read something today that rang true to my heart.

"Indian people have called Milwaukee by several names. the spelling of the word has changed over time and the meaning depended upon loose interpretations of Native words. Most refer to area as "the gathering place," "gather place by the waters," "council place," or "the good land."

As I read this my heart lept a bit, especially when I came to the last meaning "the good land." In the last few months I have felt my heart turn towards a the beauty of the  midwest, the wholesomeness of Wisconsin and the creativity of Milwaukee. As I read the term, it was as if someone stamped the phrase across the sky. I felt a huge sigh of relief. "THE GOOD LAND!"

Many times in the Old Testament God encourages His people to "marry the land" to settle in certain locations and call it home. Those slight nudges have been whispering to me over the past 6 months in regards to this place and as I read this little blurb today, I felt like i finally anchored myself to this Cream City. I am so excited to to explore this "good land" and learn from it's people and history.

im not a pilot "need money for rocket fuel" teaser

Ear Candy

We just heard a great local Milwaukee band last week at the Peddler's daughters school... I'm not a pilot these guys fuse classical symphony sounds with pop/rock and are incredibly talented. If you are looking for new music, download them on itunes.

Milwaukee continues to impress me;)

Skillet Granola

My friend Deziree is one of the most amazing cook's I have known. So any time she posts recipes I have to try them. Yesterday she posted on facebook a delicious skillet granola, so before I went out to shovel this morning I made a batch. Below is the recipe from Deziree, I added coconut and flaxseed (which pops when really hot so be careful). Let me know if you make it and any additions you may add.
Enjoy


Super easy. Melt 2T butter in the skillet. Mix in 2T honey then 1/4c nuts. Toast for 2 minutes. Add 1 cup oats and toast for another 3 minutes or so. Toss in some dried fruit and cool enough to eat or store. 

                              

                                   yogurt parfait with Mountain High Organic Vanilla Yogurt,blueberries and bananas

GIVE AWAY!

Everyone LOVES free giveaways;) My friend Courtney at Simple City Life Blog is giving away a $25.00 gift certificate from All Modern which is part of CSN stores. All the details are on her blog!

The Blackthorn Project

Have you heard of them?


Well they are not only two of the most amazing heart gardeners I know, they play music like it was meant to be played. I had the honor to meet them in 2009 and have been a bit obsessed with their skills, love for each other, and passion for the Father ever since. Right now they, in true Thorton style are doing a "Reckless" 10,000 digital copy give away of their new cd... "Reckless" for any "missionary, pastor or christian worker." Please follow this link below to encourage anyone you may know with their incredible sound, love for the Father and passionate communication of His love!

Give Recklessly

Your Wife or Your Blackberry

I came across this article Your Wife or Your Blackberry today and had to laugh because it rings so close to home...well at least this top ten list does.

10 Signs Your Devices Are Hurting Your Relationships:

1. You can't get through a meal without emailing, texting or talking on the phone.

2. You look at more than one screen at a time, checking email while watching television, for example.

3. You regularly email or text, other than for something urgent, while your partner or another family member is with you.

4. You sleep with your phone near you, and you check your email or texts while in bed.

5. You log onto your computer while in bed.

6. You have had an argument with a loved one about your use of technology.

7. You text or email while driving.

8. You no longer go outside for fun.

9. You never turn off your phone.

10. When you spend time with your family—a meal, a drive, hanging out—each person is looking at a different screen.