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Apron Strings & Blessings Weekly Newsletter Vol. 8

Thanks for joining me for this week’s, “Apron Strings & Blessings.”

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What a nice weekend! We got to celebrate it with volleyball, Jay’s class reunion, and a beautiful praise and worship memorial service.

Now, let’s take a look at faith, family, and home!

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Faith

A Message from My Quiet Time in Revelation

I am reading Revelation right now. It is so interesting!

I challenge you to read Rev. 11:7-10. The people will not want to hear the truth. Convicting words will be torment for them, so the martyrs will get the blame!!!

Saturday’s Post

Are you in a season of waiting? You’re not alone. Let this week’s reflection be a reminder that God’s timing is always worth the wait.

Nuggets of Grace – The Waiting Game

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This Month’s Scripture

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“I will provide rain for your land in the proper time, the autumn and spring rains, and you will harvest your grain, new wine, and fresh oil.”
Deuteronomy 11:14

Family – Tips

I mentioned “Cooking with Brenda Gantt last week. Do you follow her?

I hardly ever fry food. In fact, I just fried my 3rd meal since we built this house – almost 24 years ago!!!

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Fried Pork Chops with Potatoes and Onions

This was delicious and actually no mess! It is the first time I have ever made gravy with water! I was surprised at how it turned out. I learn something new every time I watch Brenda Gantt!

Have you ever made gravy with water???

Home

Wednesday’s Post

Favorite Quick and Easy Soups

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A September Plan

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I am actually sticking with it! I doesn’t have to be elaborate to be an “eat at home” meal!

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Monthly Menu

Quick and Easy Meal Ideas for September

Having a plan for meals is the first step in staying on track. You can use whatever works best for you, but here is a guide if you want some additional ideas.

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This Week’s Menu

  • Monday – Goulash
  • Tuesday – Hot Sauce Chicken
  • Wednesday – Shrimp Scampi
  • Thursday – Fiesta Chicken Soup
  • Friday – Chili Cheese Corny Dogs

A New Meal Planning Tool

I have been working on a few things to make meal planning easier. Here are a few simple meal planning charts. I added a variety, because I know not everyone likes the same format.

If you already receive my emails, you can still receive the charts. Just go ahead and request them.

I am also working on a list of 120 meal ideas to make deciding on meals a little easier also. That should be coming soon.

Favorite Deals of the Week

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  • The viral Christmas trees are back in stock, but I don’t know for how long! It has just the right amount of sparkling lights and looks very realistic.
  • I bought this casual outfit for traveling, and it was perfect! I liked it so much that I ordered another one in black – VERY SOFT!
  • These shoes from Walmart went great with the outfit. They are comfortable too.
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Candy Recipe for the Month

This is the easiest fudge ever! 

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Upcoming Posts and Events

Posts

  • A devotional from Jay’s message entitled, “Roosters.”
  • Christmas Prep Tips
  • Easy Artisan Bread Recipe
  • October’s Menu

Happenings & Events

I am still looking for opinions/help!!!

12/6/2025 – We will be at the Christmas Vendors’ Fair again this year.

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Opinions please!

  1. Peanut butter fudge, chocolate fudge, or peanut clusters?
  2. What are your ideas to add to the Bible gift basket?

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I have enjoyed sharing this week. Stay connected and have a blessed week!

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Psalm 119:103

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3 Comments

  1. Your volleyball schedule sounds like our football schedule. I know how much it means to the littles to have fans in the stands 🙂 Excited to hear more of your thoughts on Revelation and check out your meal ideas too. Hope you had fun at Jay’s reunion! Hugs, CoCo

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    1. The game times are so much fun, and memories are also made on the way to the games. My parents ride with us, so we have a good time all around!

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  2. Your weekend sounds amazing! I love how you’re incorporating faith and family into everything. I’ve been looking for some new meal planning tools, so I can’t wait to check out the charts you’re sharing! Do you have any go-to tips for making meal planning easier when life gets busy?

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