Author Archives: Debi Walter

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About Debi Walter

Tom and Debi have been sharing encouragements through their blogs for many years. Marriage, Reading God's Word and documenting family history is our focus. Growing in our relationship with the Lord is primary in all we say, write or do. We are grateful for all who desire to join us in the same endeavors.

Foodie Fridays – Making Do

Posted on October 13, 2023 by Debi Walter

We have had a busy month and it’s only the 13th! We haven’t had a chance to go grocery shopping so I thawed a package of chicken thighs hoping I could come up with something good with what I had … Continue reading →

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Foodie Friday – Root Down

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Debi Walter

We just returned from a week-long trip out west with my sister, Bettie, and her husband, Dennis, as well as my sister-in-law, Sherry, you can read all about our trip on my personal blog, Write From The Heart. The five … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Magical Dining in Orlando

Posted on September 29, 2023 by Debi Walter

This is the last week of our annual foodie celebration known as Magical Dining month. It’s the time when those of us who either can’t or choose not to spends hundreds of dollars on one meal are invited to these … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Jalapeño Poppers with a Southern Twist

Posted on September 23, 2023 by Debi Walter

Once again I’m a day late, but for good reason. I didn’t have an idea for this week’s post. That was until now! We are leaving for a week’s vacation and needing to use up all the fresh food we … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Craving Fall

Posted on September 15, 2023 by Debi Walter

It’s nearly Fall but in Florida you’d never know it. Fall for us is the peak of Hurricane season. I love a good thunderstorm, but how I long for the cooler drier weather. When this happens I go to the … Continue reading →

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Foodie Friday – Pizza, Please

Posted on September 8, 2023 by Debi Walter

We awoke on Friday like any other Friday. But this one would be different, we just didn’t know it yet. Our internet was down. When we reported it we were notified it wouldn’t be restored until later tonight or in … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Tuscan Shrimp

Posted on September 1, 2023 by Debi Walter

To say our week has been a challenge would be a huge understatement. But one must eat. My post is late today because of necessary reasons, but I’m excited to share one of our favorite and quick shrimp recipes. It’s … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Food Becomes Art

Posted on August 25, 2023 by Debi Walter

We are on vacation, a much needed one. Even though I had just gotten out of my walking boot and am still limping, I insisted we get away. Our destination? The high country of North Carolina where we have come … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Chilean Sea Bass

Posted on August 18, 2023 by Debi Walter

Our son-in-love had a birthday last week. Our tradition is to make whatever meal they desire, as far as it’s possible for me or Tom to make. Matt chose fish and left it wide-open as to what kind and what … Continue reading →

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Help!

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Debi Walter

Sometimes the best advice you can give your spouse is a long embrace without words. Wisdom knows when it is needed most, and sincere love follows through.

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Foodie Fridays – Dinner Date Ideas to Whet Your Appetite

Posted on August 11, 2023 by Debi Walter

We’ve all experienced the not-so-pleasant moments when you have a dinner date night scheduled, but nothing planned: “Where do you want to go for dinner?” “Oh, I don’t know, you pick!” “I don’t really care one way or the other.” … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Five Cooking Dates for Two

Posted on August 4, 2023 by Debi Walter

Tom and I love to cook. We love to cook for each other, and we love to cook together. When we had our kitchen renovated the designer laid out our kitchen to make the best use of space for us … Continue reading →

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The Gift of Life

Posted on July 21, 2023 by Debi Walter

It’s a day I have always favored A day established by Your hand You breathed into my birthing soul And made my lungs expand With tears I entered the world With more tears I continue on I know that You … Continue reading →

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Foodie Friday – Friends Help

Posted on July 14, 2023 by Debi Walter

As you probably have heard, I broke my ankle on the 4th of July. I am doing well adjusting to my physical limitations. But my biggest struggle is that I can’t cook or bake. The kitchen is my happy place … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Favorites Beef Short Ribs

Posted on June 30, 2023 by Debi Walter

We have a busy couple of weeks ahead and wanted to share some of our favorite recipes. Do you have one recipe that is your go-to for special occasions? You’re probably not surprised that we have several dishes we absolutely … Continue reading →

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Importance of Friendship in Marriage

Posted on June 27, 2023 by Debi Walter

There is one thing of most importance in a healthy marriage and that is friendship. I recently had a conversation with a young single man contemplating how to pursue a healthy relationship with hopes for marriage. I told him foremost … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Commander’s Palace

Posted on June 23, 2023 by Debi Walter

We were married 23 years when we had the foodie experience of our lives. It still stands as one of our top meals of all time. We were on a business trip to New Orleans for the NAFEM show held … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – How It Began

Posted on June 16, 2023 by Debi Walter

This weekend is special to us. Tomorrow is the anniversary of our first date. I remember it like it was yesterday even though it was 45 years ago! I realized that we were foodies from the start. When Tom picked … Continue reading →

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Foodie Friday – My Husband Cooks

Posted on June 9, 2023 by Debi Walter

If you are from Western New York I’m about to make you hungry for something you may have enjoyed as much as we have. And it’s not what you’re probably thinking. In 2021 I surprised Tom by taking him to … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – At Home Dinner Date with a Flare

Posted on June 2, 2023 by Debi Walter

Vintage Post – originally posted in March of 2013 I don’t know how we hadn’t heard of Downton Abbey until recently, but we hadn’t. However we’ve managed to catch up on all three seasons in three short months. 🙂 When … Continue reading →

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