Living in Fear

I've been living in fear. Ok. Let's start with this. I have a LOT to update you on. I will. But can I just talk about the fear thing first and I'll get back to the update later? :)

Back to the fear thing. I've been totally living in fear. I don't know how else to say it. But I've been living in total fear that this  dumb Chronic Fatigue stuff will have an episode again at any time. It's permeated pretty much every area of my life and has stolen a lot of my joy. Things I loved have taken the back seat as I have subconsciously waited for me to feel tired and sick. 

What a terrible way to live! Even my beloved Rwanda has been impacted. I have loved Rwanda since the moment I got off the plane the first time if not before. But, coming this time felt like a chore. Something I HAD to just get through. Something I knew God wanted me to do. And for the world I couldn't figure out why!! I was going to be tired and useless to Him! Why are you sending me?

Well, I did everything I was supposed to do as the trip leader. Answered all the questions, packed all the things. Took all the planes and then landed and nothing. Still didn't know why I was here. 

Until my good friend, Desiree, called me on my attitude. That's a good friend by the way. One that doesn't let you get away with it. And, I AM the one that talked her into this whole thing. Hehe. She asked what was up? My spark for Rwanda was gone. I wasn't into it. I told her I didn't know why. I just wasn't into it. Sad day. 

Until the first day of clinic I don't think I really knew. We saw patients. We helped the Rwandans. And there  were some amazing stories. 

But I finally got it during worship on the second day. I live in fear. I'm waiting for the shoe to drop. I am waiting for the bad instead of living for the good. The verse Phillipians 4:13 struck me. "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength." That means even with CFS I can be useful to Him because he is in charge of my strength. I can live with joy because anything He asks me to do, I can do because He will give me the strength. He isn't contained by Chronic Fatigue. 

Coming to Rwanda was an act of obedience. I did it because I knew He was telling me to. I am so grateful that He has shown me that He is all powerful. Because the joy has come back for me. I'm LIVING again. And it feels awesome. :)

Freezer Meal Workshops!

(For those interested in doing a freezer meal workshop)

Dinners Done Workshops

Here’s how it works:

• You can host your own workshop with friends or attend a workshop your Consultant has at their house.
• If your Consultant or host hasn’t already designated which menu you will be making, choose your menu and then purchase your Pampered Chef Pantry Items beforehand from your Consultant. Your pantry items will be ready for you to use when your workshop date arrives. 
• At the workshop, you will prepare 10 meals ready to cook now or freeze for later use using Pampered Chef tools to make the prep work easy.
• Average meal provides 4-6 servings and is less than $3/serving.
• You may qualify for a free gift, depending on the price of your pantry package. Be sure to check with your Consultant to see what free gift options are available!
• Your Consultant will provide a Grocery Shopping List to purchase beforehand and bring them with you to the workshop. Your grocery items should cost around $100 on average. Buying organic, store sales, and what part of the country you live in can affect your total grocery bill.
• If possible, have all meat cleaned, trimmed, and ready to use. This will save you time at the workshop.
• Be sure to bring the number of Ziplock-style freezer bags or freezer-safe containers required per your menu to take your food home with you. 
• You may also want to bring a cooler or cooler bag with ice packs to transport your meals back when you are finished.

Explanation of the menus:

“A Menus” - $60-$64.75, before s/h & tax

“B Menus” - $65-$69.75, before s/h & tax

“C Menus” - $70-$74.75, before s/h & tax

“D Menus” - $75+, before s/h & tax

“S Menus” - Soups & Stews Menus

1-3: All Crockpot Meals

4: Half Crockpot/Half Grilling Meals

5: All Grilling Meals

6: Vegetarian

6DF: Vegetarian/Dairy-Free

7: Vegan (none at this time

8: Gluten-Free

8DF: Gluten-Free/Dairy-Free

9: Paleo (Naturally Gluten-Free/Dairy-Free)

Kosher menu options are available. Ask your consultant for more information.

See Menu Choices Below

A Menus  -

A-1:

Menu – Chicken Recipes: Artichoke Chicken Chicken Caesar Sandwiches Southwest Chicken & Rice Basil Parmesan Chicken Pasta Beef Recipes: Three Onion Beef Brisket Meatballs in Lemon Basil Sauce Chimichurri Steak Beef Enchilada Casserole Pork Recipes: Garlic & Herb Pork Tenderloin Seafood Recipe: Parmesan Shrimp Pasta Marinara (can substitute chicken if desired)

Pantry Items Used: #9588 Lemon Rosemary Rub $5.25 #9677 Garlic-Infused Canola Oil $12.50 #9714 Southwestern Seasoning Mix $6.75 #9719 Italian Seasoning Mix $6.75 #9492 Garlic & Herb Rub $5.25 #9688 Cherry Balsamic Vinegar $17.25 #9686 Sweet Basil Rub $5.25 #9659 Three Onion Rub $5.25 Sub-Total = $64.25 +$5.25 shipping = $69.25 (+ any additional taxes)

               

A-2:

Menu -  Chicken Recipes: Asian Chicken Wings Honey-Glazed Chicken Adobo Chili Lime Chicken Basil Cream Chicken Parmesan Garlic Chicken White Chicken Chili Chicken Philly Sandwiches Pork Recipes: Tex-Mex Carnitas Southwest Spiced Pork Loin Vegetarian Recipe: Baked Veggie Ziti

Pantry Items Used: #9860 Asian Seasoning Mix $6.75 #9664 Chili Lime Rub $5.25 #9736 Crushed Peppercorn & Garlic Rub $5.25 #9492 Garlic & Herb Rub $5.25 #9714 Southwest Seasoning Mix $6.75 #9688 Cherry Balsamic Vinegar $17.25 #9686 Sweet Basil Rub $5.25 #9680 Tex-Mex Rub $5.25 #9659 Three Onion Rub $5.25 Sub-Total= $62.25 +$5.25 shipping = $67.50 (+ any additional taxes)

A-3:

Menu – Chicken Recipes: Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps Tex-Mex Chicken Chili Garden Chicken Beef Recipes Fiesta Chili Mac Crockpot Meatloaf Spicy Asian Beef Tex-Mex Beef Sandwiches Pork Recipes: Smoky BBQ Pork Tenderloin Sliders Shredded Pork Tostadas Vegetarian/Vegan Recipe: Springtime Minestrone

Pantry Items Used: #9860 Asian Seasoning Mix $6.75 #9880 Chipotle Rub $5.25 #9750 Buffalo Rub $5.25 #9722 Smoky Barbecue Rub $5.25 #9677 Garlic-Infused Canola Oil $12.50 #9688 Cherry Balsamic Vinegar $17.25 #9680 Tex-Mex Rub $5.25 #9659 Three Onion Rub $5.25 Sub-Total= $62.75 +$5.25 shipping = $68.00 (+ any additional taxes)

A-4: Half-Crockpot Recipes/Half-Grilling Recipes

Menu – Chicken Recipes: Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Honey Rosemary Chicken Greek Chicken Skewers with Avocado Tzatziki Sauce (Grill) Lemon Greek Chicken Beef Recipes Rosemary Garlic Beef Roast Korean Sizzling Beef (Grill) Jamaican Jerk Burgers with Mango Confetti Salsa (Grill) Pork Recipes: Jamaican Jerk Pork Tenderloin Sliders Cherry Balsamic Grilled Pork Chops (Grill) Seafood Recipe: Grilled Shrimp & Veggie Skewers (can substitute chicken) (Grill)

Pantry Items Used: #9688 Cherry Balsamic Vinegar - $17.25 #9588 Lemon Rosemary Rub - $5.25 #9870 Greek Rub - $5.25 #9812 Jamaican Jerk Rub - $5.25 #9492 Garlic & Herb Rub (2 bottles) - $10.50 #9860 Asian Seasoning Mix - $6.75 #9679 Rosemary-Infused Canola Oil - $12.50 Sub-Total= $62.75 +$5.25 shipping = $68.00 (+ any additional taxes)

A-6: Vegetarian Recipes

Menu – Vegetarian Recipes: Pesto Tortellini Tomato Basil Pasta Cheesy Potato Soup Tortellini with Spring Veggies Quick ‘n Creamy Mac ‘n Cheese Three Cheese ‘n Apple Risotto Vegan Recipes Black Bean & Quinoa Chili with Sweet Potatoes Springtime Minestrone Zesty Vegan Chipotle Chili Asian-Style Sloppy Joes

Pantry Items Used: #9677 Garlic-Infused Canola Oil - $12.50 #9880 Chipotle Rub - $5.25 #9686 Sweet Basil Rub - $5.25 #9492 Garlic & Herb Rub - $5.25 #9659 Three Onion Rub - $5.25 #9578 Bell Pepper Rub - $5.25 #9668 Smoky Applewood Rub - $5.25 #9723 Cinnamon Plus® Spice Blend - $6.75 #9860 Asian Seasoning Mix - $6.75 #9719 Italian Seasoning Mix - $6.75 Sub-Total= $64.25 +$5.25 shipping = $69.50 (+ any additional taxes)

B Menus  

B-1:

Menu – Chicken Recipes: Italian Chicken Pasta Sweet & Sassy Chicken Maple Herb Chicken Beef Recipes: Crockpot Lasagna UnStuffed Bell Peppers Balsamic & Basil Beef Pork Recipes: Brown Sugar Balsamic Pork Tenderloin Maple Balsamic Pork Chops Asian Pulled Pork Vegetarian Recipes: Tomato Basil Pasta

Pantry Items Used: #9659 Three Onion Rub - $5.25 #9492 Garlic & Herb Rub - $5.25 #9686 Sweet Basil Rub - $5.25 #9572 Maple Herb Rub - $5.25 #9578 Bell Pepper Herb Rub - $5.25 #9860 Asian Seasoning Mix - $6.75 #9719 Italian Seasoning Mix - $6.75 #9688 Cherry Balsamic Vinegar - $17.25 #9702 Raspberry Habanero Sauce - $12.50 Sub-Total= $69.50 +$5.25 shipping = $74.75 (+ any additional taxes)

B-2:

Menu – Chicken Recipes: Bell Pepper Chicken Pasta Chicken with Mushroom Peppercorn Cream Sauce Chicken Cacciatore Chicken Noodle Soup Beef Recipes: Macaroni & Beef Beef Fajitas Marinated Flank Steak Spanish Rice Pork Recipes: Stewed Black-Eyed Peas Balsamic Pork Loin Roast

Pantry Items Used: #9659 Three Onion Rub - $5.25 #9492 Garlic & Herb Rub - $5.25 #9664 Chili Lime Rub - $5.25 #9719 Italian Seasoning Mix - $6.75 #9578 Bell Pepper Herb Rub - $5.25 #9736 Crushed Peppercorn & Garlic Rub - $5.25 #9713 All-Purpose Dill Mix - $6.75 #9688 Cherry Balsamic Vinegar - $17.25 #9702 Raspberry Habanero Sauce - $12.50 Sub-Total= $69.50 +$5.25 shipping = $74.75 (+ any additional taxes)

B-9:

Menu – Chicken Recipes: Lemon Herb Chicken Dill Chicken Savory Jerk Chicken Chicken Lettuce Wraps Beef Recipes: Mongolian Flank Steak Balsamic Braised Short Ribs Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie Moroccan Beef and Butternut Squash Pork Recipes: Apple Pie Pork Chops Chipotle Shredded Pork

Pantry Items Used: #9578 Bell Pepper Herb Rub $5.25 #9880 Chipotle Rub $5.25 #9713 All-Purpose Dill Mix $6.75 #9723 Cinnamon Plus® Spice Blend $6.75 #9736 Crushed Peppercorn & Garlic Rub $5.25 #9496 Herbs de Provence Seasoning Mix $6.75 #9719 Italian Seasoning Mix $6.75 #9812 Jamaican Jerk Rub $5.25 #9688 Cherry Balsamic Vinegar $17.25 Sub-Total= $65.25 +$5.25 shipping = $68.25 (+ any additional taxes)

C Menus

C-1:

Menu – Chicken Recipes: Tex-Mex Chicken Hawaiian Chicken Lemon Pepper Chicken Asian Chicken Beef Recipes: Beef Stew Taco Soup Raspberry Habanero Meatballs Pork Recipe: Savory Pork Tenderloin Seafood Recipe: Pesto Shrimp Scampi (can substitute chicken breast) Vegetarian Recipe: Pesto Tortellini

Pantry Items Used: #9677 Garlic-Infused Canola Oil - $12.50 #9704 Lemon Pepper Rub - $5.25 #9492 Garlic & Herb Rub - $5.25 #9807 Spicy Pineapple Rum Sauce - $12.50 #9860 Asian Seasoning Mix - $6.75 #9659 Three Onion Rub - $5.25 #9496 Herbs de Provence Seasoning Mix - $6.75 #9680 Tex-Mex Rub - $5.25 #9702 Raspberry Habanero Sauce - $12.50 Sub-Total= $72.00 +$5.25 shipping = $77.25 (+ any additional taxes)

C-2:

Menu – Chicken Recipes: Chipotle Mango Chicken Orange Chicken Chicken Ropa Vieja Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Beef Recipes: Mongolian Beef Pizza Casserole Pork/Ham Recipes: Sugar-Spiced Pork Raspberry Habanero Chipotle Pork Tenderloin Vegetarian Recipe: ·       Black Bean & Quinoa Chili with Sweet Potatoes

Pantry Items Used: #9702 Raspberry Habanero Sauce $12.50 #9880 Chipotle Rub $5.25 #9492 Garlic & Herb Rub $5.25 #9723 Cinnamon Plus Spice Blend $6.75 #9677 Garlic-Infused Canola Oil $12.50 #9860 Asian Seasoning Mix $6.75 #9578 Bell Pepper Herb Rub (2 bottles) $10.50 #9659 Three Onion Rub $5.25 #9736 Crushed Peppercorn & Garlic Rub $5.25 Sub-Total= $70.00 +$5.25 shipping = $75.25 (+ any additional taxes)

C-3:

Menu – Chicken Recipes: Creamy Italian Chicken Maple Raspberry Chicken Sweet Garlic Chicken BBQ Chicken Tacos Kids' Chicken Chili Beef Recipes: Garlic Bread Meatball Subs Cheeseburger Macaroni Parmesan-Garlic Pizza Casserole Pork Recipes: Asian Pork Tenderloin Parmesan Garlic Pork Chops Pantry Items Used: #9688 Cherry Balsamic Vinegar - $17.25 #9680 Tex-Mex Rub - $5.25 #9492 Garlic & Herb Rub - $10.50 (Qty 2) #9702 Raspberry Habanero Sauce - $12.50 #9860 Asian Seasoning Mix - $6.75 #9659 Three Onion Rub - $5.25 #9719 Italian Seasoning Mix - $6.75 #9722 Smoky Barbecue Rub - $5.25 #9572 Maple Herb Rub - $5.25 Sub-Total= $74.75 +$5.25 shipping = $80.00 (+ any additional taxes)

D Menus

D-1:

Menu – Chicken Recipes: Greek Chicken Chicken de Provence Lemon Chicken Zesty Pineapple Chicken Sandwiches Beef Recipes: French Dip Sandwiches Beef Gyros Asian Short Ribs Savory Beef Vegetable Soup Pork/Ham Recipes: Savory Pork Chops (can substitute chicken) Cheesy Ham & Potato Soup (can leave out ham)

Pantry Items Used:    #9736 Crushed Peppercorn & Garlic Rub - $5.25 #9578 Bell Pepper Herb Rub - $5.25 #9492 Garlic & Herb Rub - $5.25 #9870 Greek Rub - $5.25 #9588 Lemon Rosemary Rub - $5.25 #9668 Smoky Applewood Rub - $5.25 #9659 Three Onion Rub - $5.25 #9860 Asian Seasoning Mix - $6.75 #9496 Herbs de Provence Seasoning Mix - $6.75 #9679 Rosemary-Infused Canola Oil - $12.50 #9807 Spicy Pineapple Rum  Sauce - $12.50 Sub-total= $75.25 + $5.25 shipping = $80.50 (+ any additional taxes)

D-5:

Menu – Chicken Recipes: ·     Worth Waiting for Chicken ·    Backyard Barbecue Chicken ·    Grilled Pineapple Chicken ·    Sweet Chili Lime Chicken ·    Jamaican Jerk Chicken ·    Jerk Chicken Pizza Beef Recipes: ·       All-American Burgers ·       Grilled Pineapple Burgers with Avocado Cream Pork/Ham Recipes: Blue Ribbon Baby Back Ribs Heavenly Ham Steaks

Pantry Items Used: #9688 Cherry Balsamic Vinegar - $17.25 #9572 Maple Herb Rub - $5.25 #9812 Jamaican Jerk Rub - $5.25 #9736 Crushed Peppercorn & Garlic Rub - $5.25 #9664 Chili Lime Rub - $5.25 #9659 Three Onion Rub - $5.25 #9860 Asian Seasoning Mix - $6.75 #9807 Spicy Pineapple Rum Sauce - $12.50 #9679 Rosemary-Infused Canola Oil - $12.50 Sub-Total= $75.25 +$5.25 shipping = $85.75 (+ any additional taxes)

D-8DF:

Menu – Chicken Recipes: Chicken de Provence Chicken Cacciatore Greek Chicken Lemon Rosemary Chicken Beef Recipes: Spanish Rice Beef Fajitas Beef Gyros Raspberry Habanero Meatballs (turkey meatballs may be substituted) Pork/Ham Recipes: ·     Stewed Black-Eyed Peas Vegetarian Recipe: White Bean and Vegetable Stew

Pantry Items Used: ·    #9578 Bell Pepper Herb Rub $5.25 ·    #9659 Three Onion Rub $5.25 ·    #9492 Garlic & Herb Rub $5.25 ·    #9719 Italian Seasoning Mix $6.75 ·    #9664 Chili Lime Rub $5.25 ·    #9702 Raspberry Habanero Sauce $12.50 ·    #9496 Herbs de Provence Seasoning Mix $6.75 ·    #9736 Crushed Peppercorn & Garlic Rub $5.25 ·    #9870 Greek Rub $5.25 ·    #9588 Lemon Rosemary Rub $5.25 ·    #9679 Rosemary-Infused Canola Oil $12.50 ·      Sub-Total= $75.25 +$5.25 shipping = $80.50 (+ any additional taxes)

S Menus: Soups & Stews Menus

S-1a: 7-Recipes Soups & Stews Menu

Menu – Chicken Recipes: White Chicken Chili Chicken Tortilla Beef Recipes: Zesty Chipotle Chili Taco Soup Pork Recipes: Hearty Cheese Tortellini Soup Cheesy Potato & Ham Soup Asian Noodle Soup

Pantry Package: #9860 Asian Seasoning Mix $6.75 #9492 Garlic & Herb Rub $5.25 #9668 Smoky Applewood Rub $5.25 #9880 Chipotle Rub $5.25 #9680 Tex-Mex Rub $5.25 #9659 Three Onion Rub $5.25 #9677 Garlic-Infused Canola Oil - $12.50 #9721 Beer Bread $11.00 Sub-Total = $56.50 +$5.25 shipping = $61.75 (+ any additional taxes)

S-1b: 10-Recipes Soups & Stews Menu

Menu – Chicken Recipes: White Chicken Chili Chicken Tortilla Tuscan Chicken Soup Beef Recipes: Zesty Chipotle Chili Taco Soup Savory Beef Vegetable Stew Pork Recipes: Hearty Cheese Tortellini Soup Cheesy Potato & Ham Soup Asian Noodle Soup Vegetarian Recipe: Tomato Basil Parmesan Soup

Pantry Package: #9860 Asian Seasoning Mix $6.75 #9492 Garlic & Herb Rub $5.25 #9668 Smoky Applewood Rub $5.25 #9880 Chipotle Rub $5.25 #9680 Tex-Mex Rub $5.25 #9659 Three Onion Rub $5.25 #9686 Sweet Basil Rub $5.25 #9719 Italian Seasoning Mix $6.75 #9677 Garlic-Infused Canola Oil - $12.50 #9721 Beer Bread $11.00 Sub-Total = $68.50 +$5.25 shipping = $73.75 (+ any additional taxes)