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Berry Pecan Salad Recipe

Having a summer salad in the middle of winter because Costco finally had candied pecans 🎉 and summer salads are my favorite. 😊...

Gena Bessire

We hope you had the HANDS DOWN best Mother's Day EVER!!!

As you can see this greeting is a day late because I was enjoying Mother's Day with the very hands ;) who made this all possible. It was...

Gena Bessire

True Story and Parenting Hack

When my sweet husband goes out of town on a business trip, I run to WinCo and buy a boatload of lunchmakers and frozen meals. I go on a...

Gena Bessire

Writer, Wife, Mom, And Chief Everything Of A Craft Empire

I grew up telling stories to my siblings, cousins, and the children I babysat. My mind is always creating new and exciting adventures...

Gena Bessire

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“By this we know love, that he laid down his life for us, and we ought to lay down our lives for the brothers.”
--(1 John 3:16)✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#1John316 #christianquotes #bibleverse #faithinspiration #jesusislove #scriptureoftheday #christianencouragement

So glad that the flowers are beginning to emerge in my yard again. 💜

It’s time to wander the yard again, looking for floral treasures.

#springishere #crocusflowers #springinyard #gardenjoy #flowerstagram #naturelovers #purplepetals #springtimevibes #yardflowers #hopeinbloom #beautyineveryday #seasonchange #flowerphoto #everydaygrace #springmagic

We got Gus a friend...chew toy!?! His name is Waldo, and he is the perfect addition to our herd of cats and kids.

#NewKitten #CozyMoments #TinyPaws #CatLife #SweetestLittleGuy #catsofinstagram #catsoffacebook

"For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the Glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea."
-- Habakkuk 2:14✝️

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#Habakkuk214 #WalkinLove #LoveOneAnother #TrustTheAuthor #ChristianHope #BibleVerse

He may be tiny, but he has already mastered the art of cozy. I mean, look at that little face all tucked in for a nap. 🩶

#NewKitten #KittenNap #CozyMoments #TinyPaws #CatLife #SweetestLittleGuy

Evenings like this are a quiet reminder that God is still busy painting the sky. This one definitely did. 🌅

Are you the kind of person who runs outside to take a picture of a sunset?

#LifeLately #SimpleJoys #PeacefulMoments #SunsetViews #ChristianCreative #BeautyInTheOrdinary #GoldenHourGlow #ScenicMoments

"And this is love: that we walk in obedience to his commands. As you have heard from the beginning, his command is that you walk in love."
-- 2 John 1:6✝️

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#2John16 #WalkinLove #LoveOneAnother #TrustTheAuthor #ChristianHope #BibleVerse

I call it smothering. She calls it love.
Either way, this is her favorite place to be. 🧡🤍

#CatCuddles #CatLove #FluffyCat #CozyMoments #CatLife #SweetKitty #OrangeAndWhiteCat #PetMoments #LifeLately #CuteCats

I put my most organizationally gifted child on a mission: empty the game cabinet and decide what to keep, donate, or toss.

Who would have thought we had so many games!?! Not me, I don't even like board games. 🤪

#DeclutterHumor #BoardGameLife #NotABoardGamePerson #OrganizingProject #HomeDeclutter #MomHumor #EverydayLife #KeepDonateToss #RealHomeRealLife #FamilyFunAndChaos #HouseGoals #TidyingUp

"I can do all things through him who strengthens me."
--(Philippians 4:13)✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#philippians413✝️ #Heismystrength #TrustTheAuthor #ChristianHope #BibleVerse

Meet the newest addition to our family! Isn't he the sweetest? 🐈

We are completely smitten, and I have a feeling he’s going to fit in just fine around here.

#NewKitten #KittenLove #NewestAddition #CatFamily #SweetKitten #FluffyKitten #PetLife #FamilyMoments #TinyPaws #CatsOfInstagram #KittenCuddles

Are you in a book club? Get your FREE copy of Book Club Kit for Claire Holloway Is Winging It by @ang_strong : https://bit.ly/40Sgnnf

#bookstagram #readerscommunity #newrelease #bookclub #bookclubkit #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

We set out for a rare, just-the-two-of-us road trip, and the view was unforgettable. The company was pretty great too. 😉

#RoadTripVibes #SunsetChaser #CreationSpeaks #ScenicViews #CoupleMoments #SimpleJoys #GodsCreation #WritersLife #ReaderCommunity #SweetLifeMoments

😍😍😍 Yay! Another great book released into the book world!

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Claire Holloway Is Winging It... I really enjoyed the strong faith thread throughout, the thoughtful writing, and the entertaining glimpse into the men and women who make air travel possible for us all... [read more]

Full Review: https://www.genabessire.com/post/book-review-claire-holloway-is-winging-it-by-angela-ruth-strong

Claire Holloway Is Winging It by @ang_strong : https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#bookstagram #readerscommunity #newrelease #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #idaho #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

“We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation.”
--(Romans 5:3–4)✝️

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#Romans5 #HopeInHardTimes #TrustTheAuthor #ChristianHope #BibleVerse

"Just because you're a nice guy doesn't mean I'm going to follow you," she insists, even as she follows. "I know how to make a weapon out of a can of soda in a sock." 😂

Claire Holloway Is Winging It by @ang_strong (Angela Ruth Strong) is here! https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#bookstagram #readerscommunity #newrelease #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #idaho #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

There’s something extra comforting about a quiet chapter and a warm little friend curled up beside you. 🤍📚🐾
Grateful for slow moments—and my black-and-white sidekick.

#CatNap #ReadingTime #Bookstagram #CatLovers #CozyReading #WritersLife #AmReading #AmWriting

My sweet husband bought me a Slushi machine for Valentine's Day, and I have been putting it to the test. 😁 And the kids have been willing taste testers!

So far, I have made Pepsi, Orange Julius, Grape, Dole Whip, Grape Julius, and Root Beer float slushies.

#KitchenEssentials #ninjaslushi #slushie #slushy #sofun #kitchenfun #kitchenexperiments #WritersLife #ReadingCommunity

Happy Release Day, @ang_strong!!! Claire Holloway Is Winging It is here! https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#bookstagram #readerscommunity #bookmail #happybookmail #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #idaho #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

Let’s talk about FREE today—grab Angela’s FREE download, The Princess and the PI, because if you haven’t read one of her books yet, one is all it takes to get hooked. 😄

https://dl.bookfunnel.com/mgwdp724qg

P.S. Remember Angela Ruth Strong’s @ang_strong new rom-com, Claire Holloway Is Winging It comes out tomorrow! https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#bookstagram #readerscommunity #theprincessandthepi #freebook #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #romancenovel

“When the cares of my heart are many, Your consolations cheer my soul.”
--(Psalm 94:19)✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#Psalm9419 #BibleVerse #ChristianEncouragement #FaithOverFear #JesusIsComfort #GodsPeace #AnxiousHeart #BibleVerse

First Chapter Sneak Peek! Check it out!

https://www.angelaruthstrong.com/single-post/excerpt-claire-holloway-is-winging-it

Pre-order Link! https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#firstchapterread #firstchapter #sneakpeek #bookstagram #readerscommunity #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #idaho #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

I love our view—foggy days included. 🤍
When we chose this place nearly 20 years ago, I had no idea just how much of a blessing it would become.

Beautiful views, open land, and room for our family to grow, laugh, and thrive.
Feeling grateful today… and always.

#GratefulHeart #WritersLife #HomeSweetHome #MountainViews #FoggyMorning #BlessedLife #Countryliving

"Are you just trying to keep me from causing more chaos on my first day?"

He grins. "Somebody has to."

In the middle of my ARC copy of Angela Ruth Strong’s @ang_strong new rom-com, Claire Holloway Is Winging It! Loving it! 💜

Pre-order today! https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#favoritelines #bookstagram #readerscommunity #bookmail #happybookmail #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #idaho #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

If you need a sign to bake today… this is it. 😄✨ Warm cinnamon rolls. Happy kitchen. 🤍

These are my family’s all-time favorite and most requested—soft, fluffy, and topped with cream cheese frosting that disappears fast.

Recipe: https://www.genabessire.com/post/homemade-cinnamon-rolls-with-cream-cheese-frosting-by-gena-bessire

#HomemadeCinnamonRolls #CinnamonRollRecipe #BakingJoy #HomemadeGoodness #SweetBreakfast #BrunchRecipes #CozyEats #BakersOfInstagram #FromScratchBaking #CreamCheeseIcing #FamilyFavorites #FoodLovers #RecipeOfTheDay #HomeCooking

Busy reading an ARC copy of Angela Ruth Strong’s @ang_strong new rom-com, Claire Holloway Is Winging It! If you’ve ever wanted to read a book that gives you a fun glimpse into the life of a flight attendant and crew, this is it!

Don’t forget to pre-order your copy! https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#bookstagram #readerscommunity #bookmail #happybookmail #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #idaho #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

“I am the good shepherd… the good shepherd sacrifices His life for the sheep.”
--(John 10:11)✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#GoodShepherd #John1011 #FaithOverFear #JesusIsNear #BibleVerse #Faith #GodsPromises #ChristianEncouragement

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Covert Affairs meets Burn Notice.

A delightful spy romp filled with witty banter, close calls, and crackling chemistry. I was hooked on @@nataliewalters_writer Spies, Lies, and Alibis from the very first line...

See my full review: https://www.genabessire.com/post/book-review-spies-lies-and-alibis-by-natalie-walters

Coming May 19th!!!! 🥳 A Definite Preorder! https://www.amazon.com/Spies-Lies-Alibis-low-spice-thrilling-ebook/dp/B0FFSMMS9D/

#bookstagram #spiesliesandalibis #comingsoon #christianfiction #bookreview #nataliewalters #wrappedupinawaltersbook #spynovel #romcomvibes#romance #RomanticSuspense #CleanRomanticSuspense #cleanreads

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Natalie Walters and Thomas Nelson Fiction. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Cat trust isn’t rushed—it’s earned. Little by little, day by day. 🧡🤍
So when he finally decides his boy's legs are the safest place to fall asleep? That’s not just cute… that’s a reward. 😴🐾

#CatTrust #CatLove #SleepyCat #CatNap #CatCuddles #FurryFriend #OrangeAndWhiteCat

“Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill his promises to her!”
— Luke 1:45✝️

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#Luke145 #BibleVerse #Faith #GodsPromises #ChristianEncouragement

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