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Our Charis
Family
Kate
McKinney
"Get the
camera," said Donna, my mother, to my 3 year old sister, Lauren. I
watched, amazed as my dog, Mollie, began to birth her first puppy. I
looked up at Mom and my 5 year old inquisitiveness said, "Mom, what is
the word for helping women have babies?" "A midwife",
she said,
with a smile. And that was where it started. Ever since then I've
wanted to be a midwife, and somehow I've kept with that first dream
in spite of rabbit trails and other brief obsessions. I think God
planted a seed in my heart right then. It was He who gave me the
gifts that I have. Such as a strong stomach, level head, and ability
to work under lots of stress and pressure.
We, the McKinney family, live on a farm in Jetersville, VA. Which is
40 miles west of Richmond. I'm the second youngest of 4 children. I
have an older brother, Ben, who's 36, a sister, Courtney, 34, and my
younger sister, Lauren, 16.
My younger sister and I are both adopted. Yet we look so much alike
that we're often asked if we're twins. (Isn't God good?)
I am 18, a graduated senior fresh from Home School High School. I've
been homeschooled my whole life, and wouldn't have had it any other
way.
As I said, we live on a farm. We have 11 goats (more are expected in
September), poultry, guinea hens, 4 dogs and a cat. Gardening is
also something I enjoy. This year I helped dad with our family
garden, and in spite of me, it grew! I'm actually a bit proud of it,
this being my first proper garden.
Music is another of my passions. I've been a piano teacher for 3
years, as well as a participant in various choirs. This year I'm
doing Handel's Messiah with the Commonwealth Choral. I've also been
asked to start and direct a Homeschool Children's Choir. So I'm
praying about that.
A number of other things I enjoy are reading, writing, pen-pals,
dancing, tea parties, sewing, crochet and other fiber arts, the
sciences (except Physics, Ugh), drawing, and meeting people!
I cannot wait to begin the Charis course. And I'm so thankful that
God opened this door, so I can begin to fulfill my dream. It's such
a blessing that this is a Christian organization, it's exactly what
I was praying for this past year or so.
In closing I'd like to quote Proverbs 3:5-6, which I'm sure most of
you know.
"Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own
understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct
thy paths."
God bless you all!
Kate McKinney
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Charis Cuisine
Black Bean
Smoked Tofu Salad
2 cans of black beans, drained and rinsed
1 eight ounce package of smoked tofu, cubed
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup of thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup of finely chopped cilantro
1 four ounce can of green chili, finely chopped
2 teaspoons of minced roasted garlic
Honey Mustard Dressing
Lettuce leaves, as garnish
Combine all the ingredients, except dressing and lettuce, in salad
bowl. Pour dressing over top and toss. Serve on lettuce lined
plates.
Honey Mustard Dressing
3 -4 Tablespoons of olive oil
3 Tablespoons of cider vinegar
1 Tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
1-2 Tablespoons of honey
1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano leaves
1-2 dashes of red pepper sauce
Mix all ingredients; refrigerate until serving time. Mix again
before serving.
From Rachel Thompson's table!
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Kids Korner
What Really Happens
on Your Birthday
Shared by Aunt Christi Jones
My little cousin Cole just had his 5th birthday and woke up that
morning and told his mommy his revelation while snuggling in bed
with her. This is what he said...
“Mommy, I know what really happens on your birthday. Jesus comes
down while you are sleeping and takes your body apart and then puts
in extra pieces to help you grow. That’s why I’m bigger now.”
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