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 – 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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Foodie Fridays – Family Traditions

Posted on May 26, 2023 by Debi Walter

This past week our daughter had a birthday. We celebrate in our family in two ways—you get to pick the meal and you get to pick the pie. We have always had birthday pies in lieu of cake because I’m … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Tuscan Shrimp

Posted on May 19, 2023 by Debi Walter

There was a season when I had to be strict with my diet for health reasons. I had taken the ALCAT test for food sensitivity the results were overwhelming. My list of what I shouldn’t eat was much larger than … Continue reading →

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Like A Fine Wine—Marriage Needs Time to Deepen

Posted on May 15, 2023 by Debi Walter

Time. Time ticks away the days. Some days can’t pass fast enough. Others you wish you could make them last forever. Our time spent away together was the latter—It was restful, beautiful and full of good food and God’s blessing.. … Continue reading →

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Foodie Friday – As You Wish

Posted on May 12, 2023 by Debi Walter

One of my favorite lines from The Princess Bride is when Wesley comments to Buttercup repeatedly, “As you wish.” Her every wish is his command. This is how we have both felt this week. On Thursday last week we departed … Continue reading →

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Longing and Desire

Posted on May 4, 2023 by Debi Walter

Longing for something makes it precious. The longer you wait for it the sweeter the reward. We have been longing for time away. Time to re-connect. Time to be us. And today it begins… We are leaving on a long-awaited … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Farmer’s Market Inspiration

Posted on April 28, 2023 by Debi Walter

During the quarantine Tom and I got creative at using all the leftovers of a meal for another meal. For instance, leftover potatoes would be chopped and thrown into a chowder or fried up and served with morning eggs. A … Continue reading →

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Foodie Friday – Cooking Shows

Posted on April 7, 2023 by Debi Walter

Tom and I love to watch cooking shows. Master Chef, Beat Bobby Flay and Guy’s Grocery Games are a few we watch regularly. But two have really been the top of our viewing favorites lately: Next Level Chef and Andrew … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – Comfort Foods

Posted on March 31, 2023 by Debi Walter

When I used to ask my Mom what was for dinner, my favorite answer was meatloaf. It is a food that takes me back to the comfort of growing up with my family. That’s what comfort food usually is. Although, … Continue reading →

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Foodie Fridays – An Introduction

Posted on March 24, 2023 by Debi Walter

food.ie noun INFORMAL; plural noun: foodies – a person with a particular interest in food; a gourmet. Tom and I are certainly foodies. We share a love for cooking, eating different cuisines and trying new restaurants. I joined Yelp years … Continue reading →

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A Different But Memorable Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 17, 2023 by Debi Walter

Valentine’s Day was different than any other year for us. Normally I post ideas for how to make your time together romantic and memorable, all while planning a special at-home date for us. But I didn’t this year. I didn’t … Continue reading →

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How to build a FIT Marriage in 3 Easy Steps

Posted on January 3, 2023 by Debi Walter

It’s January and everyone is focused on losing weight, being active, embracing abandoned disciplines. Due to parties and family gatherings we may have neglected our normal routines. It’s time to pull in the reins and begin anew. Maybe your marriage … Continue reading →

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Vintage Post: Assumptions and Disregard

Posted on December 1, 2022 by Debi Walter

This is a series originally posted in November 2016. We share it as a Vintage post because it’s worth remembering. The last two practices you may or may not realize you’re doing. This is why we want to shine the … Continue reading →

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Vintage Post: Critical Judgments

Posted on November 29, 2022 by Debi Walter

Originally posted in November 2016 You begin to share with your spouse about something that is really bothering you. Right as you are pouring your heart out to them, they ask a question about something else, revealing that they haven’t … Continue reading →

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Vintage Post – Suspicion in Marriage

Posted on November 15, 2022 by Debi Walter

This is part two of our five part series on uncovering the practices or habits that are detrimental to marriage. Today we’ll expose another practice you may or may not be aware of in your own marriage. Suspicion Seventy-five years … Continue reading →

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