Amelia McNeilly

Pink Patriot - My desire is to share with you the journey God has me on. Whether in joy hardship, I hope that my blog offers a place of respite, and bring joy to your heart!

Blog Fun, Books, Giveaways, Reading

Varina Denman’s ‘Jilted’ $50 Sweet Summertime Giveaway

Can all things really work together for good, and can the joy of living be found once again? Don’t miss one woman’s story in book three, Jilted, of Varina Denman’s Mended Hearts series. Lynda Turner has struggled with depression since her husband abandoned her and their young daughter fifteen years ago. Yet unexpected hope awakens when a local ex-convict shows interest. As long-hidden secrets resurface, Lynda must fight for her emotional stability and for a life where the shadow of shame is replaced by the light of love.

Celebrate the release of Varina’s Jilted by entering to win a $50 gift card.

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One grand prize winner will receive:

  • A copy of Jilted to kick off a summer of reading
  • A $50 Kohl’s gift card to make your summertime sweet

The giveaway ends on July 1st. The winner will be announced July 5th on Varina’s website.

Articles, Blog Fun, Christian Living, Devotionals, Family, Sports

Happy Monday!

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Happy Monday, friends. I am sure the talk in your house or work place this morning is about the super bowl’s outcome.  I love me some football, and it has been a super weekend celebrating with family (mom, thanks for all the delicious food)!  Of course being the Carolina girl that I am,  I was cheering for the Panthers. It was sad to see them lose but it has been a great season, and congrats to all the Broncos fans.

I know things have been quiet on the blog since the new year has begun, but my health hasn’t been cooperating. I have had one infection right after the other, but the Lord has been good to renew my strength day after day, and I am grateful for that. I would appreciate prayers for continued healing — that infections and all bowel blockages will stay away. Thanks friends. I greatly appreciate all of your prayers and encouragement as I have walked this journey.

Also, keep watch on the blog this week as I will be posting some new articles as well as information about a new blog series I will be starting soon.

I hope you all have a wonderful day. No matter how busy you are or how overwhelmed life may be — take some time to stop and thank God for the little joys He has given you, and allow His peace to rule in your hearts and minds. God has brought John 16:33 to my mind many times lately and I pray that it encourages you like it has me. Jesus states,  “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”  Dwell on these truths today! 🙂

 

Articles, Blog Fun, Holidays, Music

Happy November!

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November is here! This year is flying by and soon we will be ushering in 2016. However, before then we still have a couple months of 2015 to enjoy. November and December are my two favorite months of the year, especially November. I always get excited for the month of November to arrive because that means the holiday is season is nearing. Below are some of my favorite things about November.

  • Cooler weather – I love the crisp cool air and that I am able to start wearing my scarves and UGG boots.
  • Holiday Movies – Yes, I am one of those people that start watching holiday movies in November. I just cannot help it. They get me in a festive spirit. ( For those interested, New Hallmark holiday movies start this weekend ;)).
  • Christmas Music – Christmas music makes me so happy! Amy Grant’s Christmas albums are always a personal favorite. I always have them on repeat during the holiday season. Also, Chris Tomlin just released a new Christmas album called “Adore” that I am actually listening to as I write this.
  • Holiday Coffee – It is officially the start of my favorite season at Starbucks.  I am already stocked up on their “Thanksgiving Blend,” and I cannot wait for the “Christmas Blend” to become available.  It is so good.
  • Last but definitely not least — Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday and it is my favorite day of the year. My mom always cooks a huge meal and all of the family comes to our house. Mom is an incredible cook so the food is always amazing and it is wonderful to catch up with family and spend the day hanging out with them.

What are some of your favorite things about the month of November?

Blog Fun

Welcome to my new website

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Hi friends and welcome to my new website. This is a dream come true for me and I look forward to sharing my journey here with you. Stay tuned for more updates on my writing and speaking ministry. Also, each day I will be posting a new daily inspiration (Bible verse or favorite quote). To have my updates delivered to your inbox sign up here.  Until next time, take a look around and be encouraged.

Because He is Faithful,

Amelia

Blog Fun, Personal

New Website Design

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I absolutely love my new website design that my friend Renee Fisher helped me with. “My Walk of Grace” needed a facelift, and I am loving the finished result.  In the coming days I will start posting more consistently, but for now take a look around and enjoy some of my previous posts.

To read why I chose “My Walk of Grace” as my blog name, visit one of my very first posts from a couple of years ago here.

I look forward to sharing my journey with you, and hearing about yours as well.

 

If you want a new website or blog, contact Renee, and you can find more information on her consulting here.

31 Days, Blog Fun

Fall Favorites Day 17 – Pumpkin Cake Recipe

Earlier this week, my mom made a Pumpkin Cake and was delicious! It is the best cake I have had in a long time so I thought I would share it. If you try it let me know what you think. Also, if you have a favorite fall recipe send it to me here and I might post it on the blog next week. 🙂

Ingredients:

2 cups white sugar

1 1/4 cups vegetable oil

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups canned pumpkin

4 eggs

2 cups all-purpose flour

3 teaspoons baking powder

2 teaspoons baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1 cup chopped walnuts (Optional)

 Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 12×18 inch pan. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Set aside.

In a large bowl combine sugar and oil. Blend in vanilla and pumpkin, then beat in eggs one at a time. Gradually beat in flour mixture. Stir in nuts. Spread batter into prepared 12×18 inch pan.

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.

For icing the recipe recommended a cream cheese icing but we just used a confectioners sugar glaze

Recipe From: All Recipes

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