Past
Once upon a time, when I was in my twenties, I worked for a major university in their research department. I was actually a jack-of-all trades—secretary to the Assistant Director, writer of the in-house publication, sometimes caterer, and occasional chauffeur. The in-house publication was a compilation of articles from each of the branches housed in the research area—branches of science such as metallurgy, physics, mathematics, electronics, etc. I would travel the campus with a photographer and interview different scientists. It was an opportunity for these individuals to showcase the work they were involved with and a salute to the agencies who funded this work. Our publication was sent to several government and private agencies including the National Science Foundation and NASA. As soon as I had completed visiting with these men, writing short informative pieces about their current project, and laying it all out on a story board with the photographs, the printer took over… and I was on to the next round of interviews. That was my work day. However, one of the more exciting moments in my job was the catering of one small party and one fairly large one. The larger party included representatives from the National Science Foundation and NASA. I was able to meet two famous astronauts…talk about being star struck! These two gentlemen were kind enough to answer the probing, investigative questions I asked, such as, ‘What is it like to fly in space?’ One of my most memorable days, however, was as a chauffeur. I was asked to drive Willard Libby to the airport. Working at a research institute I certainly knew that Willard Libby had developed the Carbon 14 dating method. So, as we drove to the airport, I naturally asked him several profound questions about his method such as, ‘how reliable is the C14 dating method.’ Only with age am I able to look back on my experiences with these gentlemen and roll my eyes and shake my head at my own naiveté.
Present
I can’t imagine anything or anyone that would have me ‘star struck’ anymore. I don’t attend movies because there isn’t much on the silver screen that appeals to me. At least anything that I would pay good, hard-earned dollars to go and see. Actually, there are a couple of exceptions to that rule…I would pay money to see films made by the Kendrick brothers—films such as Facing the Giants, Courageous, or War Room. I would also like to see Risen with Joseph Fiennes and Miracles from Heaven with Jennifer Garner. These are all faith-based films with the last two actually being produced by HOLLYWOOD! Will wonders never cease! I believe that the success of the Kendrick brothers’ films made Hollywood sit up and take notice. It does prove that if Christians will support faith-based movies (and they do!) Hollywood will be unable to resist the lure of those faith-based dollars. I am certainly not opposed to seeing good faith-based films produced in Hollywood if they are, in fact, Biblically accurate (unlike the Noah travesty with Russell Crowe). Today, it is important to be careful about what you put before your eyes. “…if thine eye offend thee pluck it out: it is better for thee to enter into the kingdom of God with one eye, than having two eyes to be cast into hell fire.” (Mark 9:47) “For mine eyes have seen thy salvation.” (Luke 2:30).
Recipe
Raspberry Serrano Pepper Sauce
6 cups of fresh or frozen raspberries
6 serrano peppers
3 tbsps. chopped garlic
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 cups of brown sugar (try a little less at first and give it a taste)
2 teas. salt
1-1/2 cups of apple cider vinegar
½ cup molasses
Bring to a boil and simmer (at a boil) for about 30 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from the heat and blend with an immersion blender or a regular blender. Add 2-3 tbsps of Clear Jell and simmer for another five minutes.
This sauce needs to be canned using the water bath canning method. Make sure your jars and lids have been sterilized. Put the sauce in the jars, seal them, and put them in boiling water for 15 minutes. Be sure that the water is at least 2 inches over the top of the lid of the jar.
Let them sit in the canner for five minutes after they have boiled for 15 minutes and then remove them and let them sit on the counter.
If you haven’t ever done water bath canning before, it is really very easy. However, if you are a newbie, it would be best to look on line for detailed instructions.
I do not remember where I got this recipe. However, I want to thank whoever created this delightful sauce.
Once upon a time, when I was in my twenties, I worked for a major university in their research department. I was actually a jack-of-all trades—secretary to the Assistant Director, writer of the in-house publication, sometimes caterer, and occasional chauffeur. The in-house publication was a compilation of articles from each of the branches housed in the research area—branches of science such as metallurgy, physics, mathematics, electronics, etc. I would travel the campus with a photographer and interview different scientists. It was an opportunity for these individuals to showcase the work they were involved with and a salute to the agencies who funded this work. Our publication was sent to several government and private agencies including the National Science Foundation and NASA. As soon as I had completed visiting with these men, writing short informative pieces about their current project, and laying it all out on a story board with the photographs, the printer took over… and I was on to the next round of interviews. That was my work day. However, one of the more exciting moments in my job was the catering of one small party and one fairly large one. The larger party included representatives from the National Science Foundation and NASA. I was able to meet two famous astronauts…talk about being star struck! These two gentlemen were kind enough to answer the probing, investigative questions I asked, such as, ‘What is it like to fly in space?’ One of my most memorable days, however, was as a chauffeur. I was asked to drive Willard Libby to the airport. Working at a research institute I certainly knew that Willard Libby had developed the Carbon 14 dating method. So, as we drove to the airport, I naturally asked him several profound questions about his method such as, ‘how reliable is the C14 dating method.’ Only with age am I able to look back on my experiences with these gentlemen and roll my eyes and shake my head at my own naiveté.
Present
I can’t imagine anything or anyone that would have me ‘star struck’ anymore. I don’t attend movies because there isn’t much on the silver screen that appeals to me. At least anything that I would pay good, hard-earned dollars to go and see. Actually, there are a couple of exceptions to that rule…I would pay money to see films made by the Kendrick brothers—films such as Facing the Giants, Courageous, or War Room. I would also like to see Risen with Joseph Fiennes and Miracles from Heaven with Jennifer Garner. These are all faith-based films with the last two actually being produced by HOLLYWOOD! Will wonders never cease! I believe that the success of the Kendrick brothers’ films made Hollywood sit up and take notice. It does prove that if Christians will support faith-based movies (and they do!) Hollywood will be unable to resist the lure of those faith-based dollars. I am certainly not opposed to seeing good faith-based films produced in Hollywood if they are, in fact, Biblically accurate (unlike the Noah travesty with Russell Crowe). Today, it is important to be careful about what you put before your eyes. “…if thine eye offend thee pluck it out: it is better for thee to enter into the kingdom of God with one eye, than having two eyes to be cast into hell fire.” (Mark 9:47) “For mine eyes have seen thy salvation.” (Luke 2:30).
Recipe
Raspberry Serrano Pepper Sauce
6 cups of fresh or frozen raspberries
6 serrano peppers
3 tbsps. chopped garlic
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 cups of brown sugar (try a little less at first and give it a taste)
2 teas. salt
1-1/2 cups of apple cider vinegar
½ cup molasses
Bring to a boil and simmer (at a boil) for about 30 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from the heat and blend with an immersion blender or a regular blender. Add 2-3 tbsps of Clear Jell and simmer for another five minutes.
This sauce needs to be canned using the water bath canning method. Make sure your jars and lids have been sterilized. Put the sauce in the jars, seal them, and put them in boiling water for 15 minutes. Be sure that the water is at least 2 inches over the top of the lid of the jar.
Let them sit in the canner for five minutes after they have boiled for 15 minutes and then remove them and let them sit on the counter.
If you haven’t ever done water bath canning before, it is really very easy. However, if you are a newbie, it would be best to look on line for detailed instructions.
I do not remember where I got this recipe. However, I want to thank whoever created this delightful sauce.