VBS 2009

To see what's been going on lately check out www.marinerschurch.org/vbs and enjoy.

Don't Panic

This is clearly something I do well. Interestingly I generally only do it in the planning stages and not so much in the moment. I don't think one way is better than the other, but I do know that this week I need to utilize my calm face. Unfortunately I tend to wear my strewed face without even knowing it. That must come from being an introvert--at least partially.

I just recieved a very last minute portion of our missions station at VBS. Thankfully it is here, it is exactly what it needs to be, and it is everything I had hoped for. However I had I laugh when I set my iPod to shuffle on "Coldplay" and the first songto play was "Don't Panic." oh the irony.

There are still details to be finalized but we are headed to the right direction. Phew. VBS is almost together despite all the detours and warfare (which, yes I think is real and no, I would never say that lightly). I can't wait for the end of by first day, for the end of the week, for the end of my first year. I am SO ready for year two. Can't wait to do it over again and with a year behind me. Now I cab actually speak from experience! I am also SO defy for having a social life again. So ready to men broken or bent friendhips. It's about time to work out my priorities.

But don't fret. I promise not to panic.

Not Me Monday!

After reading through a few other "Not Me" posts, I couldn't help but write one of my own, especially after a day like today--a Tuesday. But nevertheless I have more than enough Not Me moments to document. My only hope is that revealing my Not Me moments will be theraputic and bring a little light-heartedness to an otherwise overwhelming time.

So here goes. I'll start from the beginning.

I did not have a meltdown with a co-worker last week.

I did not spend 2-3 hours working on VBS while babysitting Co. I certainly did not follow that by working an additional 8-1o hours on top of my normal work weekend of 8-10 hours.

I did not have another meltdown today in front of 2 directors, the associate children's pastor, and 3 other co-workers today. I did not cry away all my make-up. I did not then have to present the missions station in front of 200 people.

I did not take away a volunteer's responsibility, and I definitely don't think she was offended or frustrated by it. I also do not think I have lost her as a friend. Or at least her support as a future volunteer.

I, at 22, would never, and did not call my mom twice today on my last nerve to share my incredible frustration.

I have certainly not been ignoring the Kindergarten script for VBS.

I did not come home only to wash away my sorrows with a glass of wine, chocolate chip cookie, and 97% fat free hot dog with ketchup.

My boss did absolutely did not call to offer her apologies for all my frustrations as well as the help of a co-worker over the next few days.

Deliciousness

Much to my surprise I actually made something gluten free that resembled normal food!


I figure since this blog was originally intended to document not just my life but also my successes and failures the gluten free (and dairy free) lifestyle, I might as well start including some of my experiences!

GFDF Ebilskivers w/ Berry-Rum Filling*

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Ingredients
(Batter)

1 package Trader Joe's Gluten Free Pancake and Waffle Mix
3 eggs
1/4 c soy creamer
1 c unsweetened almond milk
3 tsp vegetable oil


(Berry-Rum Filling)
2 c frozen berries
1/4 c sugar
1/4 c dark rum

*Filled Pancakes

Directions:

Combine eggs, soy creamer, almond milk, and vegtable oil in a medium size mixing bowl. Slowly whisk together with electric mixer, then build speed until foamy (about 3 minutes). Mixture should appear slightly thicker and foamier on top.

Add wet ingredients to dry pancake and waffle mix. Stir slowly to combine; do not overmix. Batter will appear lumpy.

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan combine frozen berries, sugar, and rum. Combine and let simmer over medium heat until turns into consistency of runny jam. Turn off and let cool while filling thickens.

To make ebelskivers heat appropriate pan over medium heat. Spray pan with cooking spray or dab of vegetable shortening. Drop 1-2 tablelspoons of batter into each hole. Immediately drop 1/2 teaspoon of berry filling into center of ebelskiver. Most of the spread will sink to the center of batter. After 1 minutes (or until batter puffs up to almost 1 1/2 its orignial size) turn ebelskivers over using 2 wooden skewers. Allow 1 minutes for batter to cook then remove from pan using spooon. Be careful not to scratch pan if using a metal spoon.

Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Ebelskivers can also be made with no filling. Instead top as desired with traditional pancake toppings.


Enjoy!