Author Archives: Rachel Matembe

Popcorn, Raisins and Cucumber Slices
It was just one of those mornings. I had neither the drive nor the ingredients to prepare any of my usual home cooked meals. I had been putting grocery shopping off and now we were overdue for a groce...
Rachel Matembe Dec 09, 2022

Nativity Scene Craft
As we celebrate the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ, here is a fun nativity scene craft for the whole family to enjoy doing together! All you need to do is draw smiley faces onto the circles then glu...
Rachel Matembe Dec 05, 2022

My Favorite Cornbread Recipe
Cornbread is one of my favorite sides to make for holiday celebrations. I don't just make it during the holiday season however, my family loves this delicious and mouth watering treat all year round! ...
Rachel Matembe Nov 22, 2022

Equipped to Thrive
I recently purchased a pack of red bell peppers that were so delicious I just ate some of them whole!!! Wouldn't it be great if I planted the seeds and enjoyed these peppers again and again? I remembe...
Rachel Matembe Nov 10, 2022

An Attitude of Gratitude
The Bible tells us that David paused 7 times a day to praise God. How powerful is that!? Psalm.119:164 "Seven times a day do I praise you because of your righteous judgments." I can only imagine the p...
Rachel Matembe Nov 01, 2022

A Heart of Service
I gave our children a foot massage the other day and it happened so randomly. As I put lotion on my feet after a shower, I thought it would be a good idea to do a mini foot spa treatment for the child...
Rachel Matembe Oct 20, 2022

Exploring the RV Lifestyle With My Family at Get-Away RV Centre
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3cLqPjzewo Being outside in the fresh air and God's beautiful creation is not only good for the soul, it is vital for our children's healthy development. Playing at th...
Rachel Matembe Sep 15, 2022

Sesame Seed Bars
In light of being more intentional about healthy eating, I'm cleaning up my snack game because that is usually where I tend to drop the ball. Today on the snack menu is sesame seed bars, also known as...
Rachel Matembe Sep 12, 2022

You Can't Pour From An Empty Vessel: Take Time To Refresh And Refill.
I took a walk by myself today! And it wasn't the coveted Mom goes to the grocery store ALONE trip. It was an errand free, no strings attached, I'm going out for some fresh air and alone time kind of w...
Rachel Matembe Sep 02, 2022 Credit: iStock | Borut Trdina

Taking Time to Be Present and Enjoy the Gift of Family
It's always a fun time at GrandPa and GrandMa's for Church at Home. What we started when Churches were temporarily closed down has now grown to be part of our family's weekly program. Our Preschooler ...
Rachel Matembe Aug 08, 2022 photo credit: iStock/monkeybusinessimages




